Pooler is one of the fastest-growing cities in Georgia, with a 2026 population of more than 34,000 — up over 33% since the 2020 census. Located just northwest of downtown Savannah with quick access to I-95, I-16, and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, Pooler pairs new-construction neighborhoods with a booming retail and dining scene. Browse current Pooler listings below, updated live from the MLS, or contact our team for a personal tour.
Living in Pooler, Georgia
Pooler’s history dates back to the early 1800s, when it was established as a stop on the Central of Georgia Railway and named for railroad employee Robert William Pooler. During the Civil War it was known as Pooler’s Station, the last stop before Savannah. That railroad heritage helped shape Pooler into the logistics and retail hub it is today.
Pooler Neighborhoods
Pooler’s rapid growth has brought a wide range of master-planned communities, apartments, and townhomes, including Forest Lakes, a popular neighborhood convenient to shopping and top-rated schools. New subdivisions continue to spring up along the city’s logistics corridors, offering everything from starter homes to larger family properties within minutes of Savannah.
Economy & Employers
Pooler’s economy employs nearly 15,000 people, led by health care and social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. Major employers include JCB North America, which operates a large manufacturing and headquarters facility in the city, along with a growing base of logistics and distribution companies drawn to Pooler’s location near the Port of Savannah and the airport. The median household income in Pooler is roughly $91,800.
Things to Do & Getting Around
Pooler is home to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, along with busy shopping and dining districts, neighborhood parks, and sports complexes. Its location on I-95 and I-16 puts historic downtown Savannah, Tybee Island, and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport all within about 15 minutes.
Schools
Public School District
Pooler is served by the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS), the sole public school district in Chatham County, with roughly 36,000 students across 55 schools.
Magnet & Private Schools
Pooler families also have access to SCCPSS magnet programs like Savannah Arts Academy and the STEM Academy at Bartlett, along with private schools such as Savannah Christian Preparatory School and Calvary Day School.
