Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
13% cheaper
Savannah is 13% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $65,187 in Savannah.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Savannah has a housing index of 81 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Savannah costs $250,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $20,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,300 in Savannah versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Savannah scores 100 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Savannah (98) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Savannah is $45,210 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Savannah.
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