About 10 miles west of Savannah and 15 miles from the South Carolina border, Pooler has experienced rapid growth in the past 25 years. The city’s population surged from about 6,000 in 2000 to 19,000 in 2010 to roughly 29,500 today. Much of that increase is due to large companies that have moved in, including Gulfstream Aerospace, which designs and manufactures business jets, and Hyundai, whose new plant is scheduled to open in 2025. Other major industries in the city are educational services, retail and health care, which includes a new Memorial Health campus in Pooler set to open in the fall of 2025. The city also benefits from easy access to two interstates, 95 and 16, and proximity to the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport, less than 5 miles away. The City of Pooler’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan aims to address its exponential growth, including outlining future land use for residential and commercial development and expanding city parks and trails.
Historic Savannah is located a few short miles to the east.
Hyundai has recently opened a large plant just west of Pooler.
Major employers in Pooler include Gulfstream.
The Savannah Hilton Head International Airport is located minutes from Pooler.
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Plan to increase housing through 2040
Most of the city’s suburban neighborhoods were built in the 1990s and early 2000s and are largely made up of single-family detached homes. According to the City of Pooler’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the goal is to diversify housing types and make room for more residential properties. As a result, there is significant new construction, including apartment complexes and townhouse communities. The median price for Pooler homes is about $440,000, but there are custom estates, primarily in golf communities and gated communities, where prices range from $1 million to $1.6 million.
Pooler has a mix of new construction and established neighborhoods.
New construction townhomes are available in Pooler.
Two-story floor plans are ideal for large families moving to Pooler, Georgia.
Spanish tile roofs and light stucco exteriors are some architectural features found in Pooler.
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In Pooler, Tanger Outlets Savannah is a big shopping draw
Pooler Parkway is lined with shopping, dining and entertainment options, including several shopping centers and Royal Cinemas 14, with one of the world’s tallest IMAX theaters. Tanger Outlets Savannah, located in Pooler, is a major regional draw, with over 90 brand-name outlet stores. Louisville Road/U.S. 80 is another thoroughfare with small businesses, services and local and chain restaurants. Downtown Savannah and all its restaurants and shopping are about 12 miles away.
Enjoy a cup of coffee with friends at Three Tree Coffee at the Porch in Pooler.
Watch the biggest movies opening night at the Royal Cinemas located in Pooler, Georgia.
Enjoy a meal on the patio at Chazito's Latin Cuisine in Pooler.
Residents and visitors alike will find unlimited shopping and retail spots in Pooler, GA.
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City parks and the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge nearby
While the City of Pooler has mostly a suburban landscape, it's surrounded by natural areas that provide opportunities for outdoor recreation. Less than 15 miles north, the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge is a blend of freshwater marsh and hardwood forestry, providing sanctuary for the local migratory birds. Visitors can go hiking, biking, fishing, hunting and wildlife watching on its grounds. Thirty miles to the east, Pooler residents can access east coast beaches, including those on Tybee Island. In Pooler, Tom Triplett Community Park has one of the region’s largest disc golf courses and several pre-Civil War historic sites. The Pooler Recreation Complex has athletic fields, and the Pooler Community Center offers programs for all ages. With the city’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan, projects are underway to create more parks, trails and community gardens.
Take a bike ride at the nearby Tom Triplett Park located near Pooler, Georgia.
Take a walk along the paths through Pooler's Tom Triplett Park.
The Savannah National Wildlife Refuge is located just a few miles north of Pooler.
Playgrounds at the baseball fields in the Pooler Recreation Complex in Pooler, GA.
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Education through Chatham County
Pooler is part of the Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools District, or SCCPSS, which serves almost 36,000 students across 55 schools. The district earns a B on Niche. Pooler Elementary, West Chatham Elementary and West Chatham Middle Schools are the only school buildings in Pooler. Generally, the southern half of the town is zoned to New Hampstead High School, with the north attending Groves High School. To the north is Georgia Tech Savannah, a branch of Georgia Institute of Technology based in Atlanta. Georgia Tech Savannah offers summer camps for K-12 students.
West Chatham Middle School is a public school located in Pooler, Georgia.
Pooler Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Pooler, GA.
Students in western Chatham County attend West Chatham Elementary School.
Georgia Tech has a campus near Pooler.
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Pooler attractions include the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
Pooler is home to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, both a memorial and celebration of the famed World War II air armada. Interactive exhibits, aircraft restorations and a chapel tell the stories of this air corps. The Children’s Museum of Pooler is at Tanger Outlets with kid-friendly activities and programs. The shopping mall also hosts many holiday events, including a holiday tree-lighting and St. Patrick’s Day festivities.
The Children's Museum is a popular attraction in Pooler.
The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is located in Pooler.
Practice your swing at the Crosswinds Golf Course in Pooler.
Spend an evening playing mini-golf at Fun Zone Pooler.
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Access to major interstates including I-95
U.S. Route 80 and Interstate 16, at the southern edge of the city, run east to Savannah. Via I-95, Charleston, SC, is about 100 miles away. Pooler’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan includes creating more bike lanes, trails and multiuse paths to make eco-friendly commuting more accessible. The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is just outside city limits. The Chatham Area Transit (CAT) is a public transportation service that serves a section of Pooler in addition to the Savannah metro area.
Decreasing crime in Pooler
Pooler’s property crime has decreased 19.73% between 2022 and 2023 and violent crimes declined 30.7% for that same period. Overall crime rates in Pooler are lower than the national and state averages.
Proximity to the Savannah River and east coast shoreline may create flooding hazards in the hurricane season, but the city has plans in place to combat rising water levels and participates in the National Flood Insurance Program.
Additional writing by Hannah Rainey.
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