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Atlanta, GA vs Savannah, GA
Atlanta, GA vs Savannah, GA: What the data shows
Atlanta, GA is in Atlanta, GA while Savannah, GA is in Savannah, GA — both in the same state. On home prices, Atlanta, GA is the more affordable option at $367,100 median — $103,600 less than Savannah, GA's $470,700. WYLT rates Atlanta, GA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Savannah, GA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Atlanta, GA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Savannah, GA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Atlanta, GA has Low flood risk and Savannah, GA has Low flood risk.
Savannah, GA is the more walkable neighborhood. Atlanta, GA scores 5/100 (car-dependent) versus Savannah, GA's 69/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Savannah, GA has the higher school rating — Atlanta, GA rates 7.4/10 and Savannah, GA rates 7.8/10.
| Category | Atlanta, GA | Savannah, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $367K ✓ Lower price | $471K |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $91K ✓ Higher income | $50K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 5/100 | 69/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 30/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 18/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 10 min ✓ Shorter commute | 274 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | young professionalsremote workerssmall families | Families with school-age kidsRemote workers who prefer a walkable cityStudents and young professionals |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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