Savannah, Georgia

Savannah: The second most populous city in Georgia. It is located on the Savannah River in southeastern Georgia. Savannah is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Savannah History Museum and the Savannah College of Art and Design.

About

Savannah is a city located in the county of Chatham in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 136,286 and a population density of 483 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 143,632 inhabitants.

The city was created 291 years ago in 1732.

Savannah is a coastal city located along the Savannah River in eastern Georgia. With a population of over 143,000, it is the oldest city in Georgia and the state’s fifth-largest city.

History

Savannah was established in 1733 by British colonists led by James Oglethorpe and was Georgia’s first colonial capital. Laid out in a grid pattern of wooded squares and parks, Savannah became an important colonial port.

Key events in Savannah’s history include the American Revolution and Civil War when the city served as a strategic port. Savannah later became a hub for the cotton and textiles trade.

Savannah Today

Some prominent features of modern Savannah include:

  • The Savannah Historic District - One of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the U.S.
  • Savannah College of Art and Design - University with 15,000 students
  • Port of Savannah - Major regional shipping hub and 4th busiest port in the country
  • St. Patrick’s Day celebration - one of the world’s largest

Tourism

Popular sites and events to visit in Savannah include the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery, and River Street filled with shops and restaurants.

Savannah is renowned for its Spanish moss-covered oak trees and Southern hospitality, architecture, cuisine and culture. It offers both historic charm and modern urban amenities.

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Location of Savannah on Georgia map.

Quick Facts about Savannah

Population : 143,632 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Georgia (United States)
County : Chatham County
Postal code : 31401–31499
Phone Area Codes : 912
Area : 282.23 km2
Altitude : 49 feet / 15 meters
Capital city : Savannah is capital of Chatham County, Province of Georgia
Establishment : January 01, 1733 (291 years ago)
Time Zone : America/New_York
Local time : 00:02:48 (22nd December 2024)
Density : 509 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 5.11% (2010-2020)
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Geography

Savannah is located at 32°5'1"N 81°5'59"W (32.0835400, -81.0998300).

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Demographics

The population of Savannah increased by 5.11% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
1980 141,390 - estimation process
1990 137,812 -2.6% estimation process
2000 131,510 -4.79% estimation process
2010 136,286 3.5% census
2011 140,414 2.94% estimation process
2012 142,327 1.34% estimation process
2013 142,600 0.19% estimation process
2014 143,883 0.89% estimation process
2015 145,160 0.88% estimation process
2016 145,818 0.45% estimation process
2017 145,804 -0.01% estimation process
2018 145,817 0.01% estimation process
2019 144,464 -0.94% estimation process
2020 143,632 -0.58% estimation process

Savannah zip code is 31401. County name: Chatham, County fips: 13051

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Best Things to Do in Savannah

1 Forsyth Park

Rating: 4.8 (11882)

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Forsyth Park

2 Rousakis Riverfront Plaza

Rating: 4.6 (6797)

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Rousakis Riverfront Plaza

3 Savannah Historic District

Rating: 4.8 (4212)

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Savannah Historic District

4 The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

Rating: 4.8 (3891)

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The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

5 Keller's Flea Market

Rating: 4.1 (3797)

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Keller's Flea Market

Where ot Eat in Savannah

1 Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Rating: 4.2 (4218)

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Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

2 Texas Roadhouse

Rating: 4.2 (2631)

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Texas Roadhouse

3 IHOP

Rating: 3.1 (1941)

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IHOP

4 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Rating: 4 (1529)

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Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

5 Chuck E. Cheese

Rating: 3.8 (1217)

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Chuck E. Cheese

Where to Stay in Savannah

1 Hyatt Regency Savannah

Rating: 4.3 (3596)

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Hyatt Regency Savannah

2 Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Rating: 4.1 (2540)

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Marriott Savannah Riverfront

3 Homewood Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District/Riverfront

Rating: 4.4 (1768)

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District/Riverfront

4 Best Western Savannah Historic District

Rating: 3.9 (1309)

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Best Western Savannah Historic District

5 JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

Rating: 4.7 (1309)

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JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

Other Places in Savannah

1 City of Savannah - Utility Services

Rating: 1.7 (111)

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City of Savannah - Utility Services

2 Savannah Belles Ferry

Rating: 4.5 (38)

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Savannah Belles Ferry

3 Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center

Rating: 2.7 (9)

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Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center

4 Savannah City Hall

Rating: 3.4 (5)

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Savannah City Hall

5 Savannah City Bureau of Sanitation

Rating: 1 (4)

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6 Savannah Clerk of Council

Rating: 3 (3)

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7 Savannah Mayor

Rating: 5 (2)

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Savannah Mayor

8 City of Savannah

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City of Savannah

9 Thunderbolt Town Clerk

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Thunderbolt Town Clerk

10 CLR 45 Drill Hall

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People born in Savannah (200)

People born in Savannah, including Confederate naval officer Edwin Maffitt Anderson, professional basketball player Casey Mitchell, United States Army general and explorer John C. Frémont, .

List

  • Pervis Ellison (American basketball player) he was born in 03/04/1967
  • Dianna Agron (American actress, singer, and dancer) she was born in 30/04/1986
  • Ellen Axson Wilson (First Lady of the United States (1860-1914)) she was born in 15/05/1860
  • Flannery O'Connor (American novelist, short story writer) she was born in 25/03/1925
  • Miriam Hopkins (American actress (1902-1972)) she was born in 18/10/1902
  • Diana Scarwid (American actress) she was born in 27/08/1955
  • Al Jaffee (American cartoonist) he was born in 13/03/1921
  • Stacy Keach (American actor) he was born in 02/06/1941
  • Mills Lane (American judge) he was born in 12/11/1936
  • Hal Scardino (American actor) he was born in 25/12/1984
  • Ben Riley (American drummer) he was born in 17/07/1933
  • Charles Coburn (American film and theater actor (1877-1961)) he was born in 19/06/1877
  • Ron Keel (American musician) he was born in 25/03/1961
  • James Alan McPherson (American short story writer and essayist) he was born in 16/09/1943
  • Josiah Tattnall (American politician (1762-1803)) he was born in 01/01/1762
  • Leonard Matlovich (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal) he was born in 06/07/1943
  • Johnny Mercer (American lyricist, songwriter, singer and music professional) he was born in 18/11/1909
  • Big Boi (American rapper and record producer from Georgia; 1/2 of OutKast) he was born in 01/02/1975

Schools in Savannah

College & universities near Savannah, GA

Code Name City ZIP
140951 Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah (GA) 31402-3146
140942 Savannah Technical College Savannah (GA) 31405-5594
140960 Savannah State University Savannah (GA) 31404-5310
478582 Empire Beauty School-Savannah Savannah (GA) 31406-2455
139579 South University-Savannah Savannah (GA) 31406

Stations (3)

Amtrak & bus stations near Savannah, GA

Code Name Address Type
SAV Savannah 2611 Seaboard Coastline Drive RAIL
YEM Yemassee 9 Main Street RAIL
JSP Jesup 176 Northwest Broad Street RAIL

Post offices near Savannah

Post Office Name City ZIP
Savannah Post Office Savannah (GA) 31401
Telfair Squar Post Office Savannah (GA) 31401
Bingvill Post Office Savannah (GA) 31405
Eastsid Post Office Savannah (GA) 31404
Garden City Post Office Savannah (GA) 31408

Other places with the same name (5)

Other cities in Chatham County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chatham County , GA.

City Name Population Title
Pooler 26,022 City in Chatham County, Georgia, United States
Wilmington Island 15,138 Census-designated place in Chatham County, Georgia
Port Wentworth 9,812 City in Chatham County, Georgia, USA
Garden City 8,713 City in Chatham County, Georgia, United States
Skidaway Island 8,341 Census-designated place in Chatham County, Georgia
Whitemarsh Island 6,792 Census-designated place in Chatham County, Georgia
Bloomingdale 3,136 Human settlement in Chatham County, Georgia, United States of America
Tybee Island 3,051 Island and city in Chatham County, Georgia, United States of America
Thunderbolt 2,601 Town in Chatham County, Georgia, United States
Isle of Hope 2,402 Census-designated place in Chatham County, Georgia
Woodville 397 City in Greene County, Georgia, United States
Buckhead 187 Town in Morgan County, Georgia, United States
Vernonburg 123 Human settlement in Chatham County, Georgia, United States of America

Distance to Other Cities

Savannah distances to largest Georgia cities