Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,724 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 45,523 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 22,898 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 33,597 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 15,382 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 72,056 (37.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,843 ▼ 8% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,277 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,434/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 137,461 |
| Vacant Units | 16,804 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chatham County is located in Georgia and encompasses 22 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 302,666 residents. With a median age of 37.62, it is a relatively young county.
Chatham County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,843 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Chatham County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $285,277 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,434.
The residents of Chatham County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 46.4%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Chatham County, GA is a solidly middle-class area in Georgia. The 22 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31302 | Bloomingdale | 8,883 | $67,256 | $199,000 | $1,072 | 11.7% | 25.4% |
| 31322 | Pooler | 28,695 | $91,293 | $284,300 | $1,629 | 5.4% | 52.3% |
| 31407 | Port Wentworth | 22,743 | $83,954 | $223,100 | $1,726 | 4.1% | 43.8% |
| 31401 | Savannah | 20,562 | $50,182 | $477,600 | $1,428 | 9.7% | 56.2% |
| 31404 | Savannah | 30,749 | $49,805 | $193,100 | $1,199 | 6.5% | 37.7% |
| 31405 | Savannah | 39,724 | $62,123 | $304,800 | $1,431 | 7.5% | 44.5% |
| 31406 | Savannah | 34,649 | $66,084 | $260,800 | $1,340 | 3.0% | 45.3% |
| 31408 | Savannah | 11,791 | $40,109 | $160,600 | $1,080 | 7.8% | 20.9% |
| 31410 | Savannah | 22,867 | $97,225 | $367,700 | $1,702 | 3.3% | 56.2% |
| 31411 | Savannah | 8,977 | $122,723 | $765,000 | $2,673 | 6.2% | 77.0% |
| 31415 | Savannah | 11,788 | $37,890 | $112,300 | $973 | 13.2% | 22.8% |
| 31419 | Savannah | 57,354 | $70,734 | $239,600 | $1,344 | 4.3% | 44.4% |
| 31328 | Tybee Island | 3,330 | $105,669 | $615,200 | $1,205 | 2.5% | 51.9% |