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Savannah, NY

New York

Savannah is a small town in New York with a population of 436. Residents earn $47,857 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
436 Population 369/sq mi density
$47,857 Median Income $29,280 per capita
$79,600 Home Value $155,939 Zillow
$729 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,857 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,600 home value, $729/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,857
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

How Savannah Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population436
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,857
Per Capita$29,280
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,600
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,939
Housing Units189
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking19.8%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation422 ft (129 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries9

Is Savannah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savannah receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Savannah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Savannah is $47,857, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Savannah is $79,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Savannah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Savannah has a population of 436 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

436
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Savannah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Savannah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savannah is $47,857, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Savannah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,857
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,280
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Savannah is $79,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,939.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,939

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate9.35%
In Savannah, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Savannah vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Savannah has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates43.0667°N, 76.7595°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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