The Islands has 9,471 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in The Islands do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,867 people call The Islands home. The population density is 1,013 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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The distinct barrier island communities of Savannah—encompassing Wilmington Island, Whitemarsh Island, and the beachside blocks of Tybee Island—represent the pinnacle of casual maritime living along the Georgia coast. Bounded by expansive salt marshes, tidal creeks, and the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean, this coastal region provides an outdoor-centric routine where the water is a central part of everyday life. Residents experience an enriching daily lifestyle, whether they are launching boats from public ramps, dining at waterfront seafood spots, or watching dolphins along the beaches managed through the City of Tybee Island Portal. Real-time tracking of local waterways, coastal charts, and tide predictions is monitored via the NOAA Tides and Currents Database.
Real estate across The Islands functions as an exceptionally stable asset class, drawing intense interest from primary families, retirees, and luxury second-home investors looking to combine coastal natural beauty with city convenience. The local housing inventory features a diverse mix of mid-century traditional split-levels, classic marshfront homes with private docks, and custom contemporary estates built to modern storm guidelines. In mid-2026, market data tracks strong competitive pressure for homes that offer unobstructed water views, mature palmetto tree lines, and convenient driving access to the historic downtown core via the Islands Expressway corridor.
Island Community | Predominant Architectural Layouts | Primary Lifestyle Asset |
Wilmington Island | Sprawling brick traditional properties, deep-water estates | Mature tree lines, established yacht clubs, golf access |
Whitemarsh Island | Modern single-family subdivisions, low-maintenance condos | Convenient retail access, short commute times to downtown |
Tybee Island | Historic beach cottages, vertical multi-level view homes | Walkable direct access to ocean beaches and public piers |
Map the Active Market: To filter live inventory, review local market data, or map single-family structures across the coast, explore our primary Georgia coastal property finder.
Submarket Cross-Linking: Refined property searchers routinely benchmark general island listings against the historic urban blocks highlighted within our Downtown Savannah community directory or check out the suburban sectors tracked inside our Midtown Savannah neighborhood guide.
22,867 people live in The Islands, where the median age is 43.8 and the average individual income is $54,711. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around The Islands, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Savannah Bee Company, Low Country Drifters, and Sun Life Marinas.
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| Dining · $$ | 0.56 miles | 31 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.48 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.41 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.11 miles | 36 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.6 miles | 20 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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