CITY · GA

What county is Savannah, GA in?

Savannah, GA is mostly in Chatham County. County FIPS code 13051, population 303,655 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Savannah, Georgia
Primary county: Chatham County
FIPS code: 13051
County population: 303,655

Some cities extend into more than one county. Savannah is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Savannah in?

Savannah, GA is mostly in Chatham County.

What is the county seat of Chatham County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.