Median Age
58 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
15%
Over 65
39%
Saint Simons Island, GA
Area Guide
A Southern island community overflowing with attractions
Beach
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Entertainment
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Fun-Filled
Set between Savannah and Jacksonville on Georgia’s coast, Saint Simons Island is a popular destination for tourists and renters alike. Known for its picturesque marshes, clean beaches, and unmistakable lighthouse, Saint Simons Island provides the perfect setting in which to enjoy coastal living.
There are colorful restaurants and vibrant shops along Frederica Rd. Pick up a souvenir or enjoy a meal in the salt air before hitting the beach with friends. There are incredible apartment communities and waterfront homes available all around the island, but most renters prefer the convenience of living at the southern tip, near East Beach and the airport. For the best view of the island, visit the Saint Simons Lighthouse for an incredible view of this waterfront locale.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$84,929
Average: $107,309
Education
9,044
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,068
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saint Simons Island has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
21%
Non-Renters
79%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
44%
Other Education
56%
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Driftwood Education Center
- St. Simons Island Lighthouse
- Fort Frederica National Monument
- Georgia Sea Turtle Center
- Jekyll Island
Airports
- Brunswick Golden Isles
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.