Homes for Sale in Effingham County, GA
Living in Effingham County: Rincon, Springfield, Guyton & the Local Real Estate Guide
Towns covered: Guyton, Rincon, Springfield (county seat).
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What's it like to live in Effingham County, GA?
Effingham County has grown into one of the most popular bedroom communities for Savannah, with an estimated 2025 population of about 74,400. Rincon, the largest city, is roughly 28 miles — about a 42-minute drive — from downtown Savannah, and the county has consistently ranked among the fastest-growing in the state.
Manufacturing is the largest local industry: Sewon America added about 740 automotive-parts jobs in Rincon, Georgia Transformer Manufacturing is expanding by roughly 400 jobs, and Edwards Interiors (aerospace) and Georgia-Pacific (wood and paper products) round out the county’s larger employers.
The Effingham County School District serves about 14,400 students across 13 schools covering Guyton, Rincon, and Springfield, and ranks in the top 20% of Georgia districts academically — a frequently cited reason families choose Effingham over closer-in Chatham County neighborhoods.
Effingham County, GA FAQ's
Effingham offers a shorter commute than most other outlying counties (about 30–45 minutes to Savannah), a strong school district, and more new construction and larger lot sizes than you’ll typically find inside Chatham County at a comparable price.
The Effingham County School District ranks in the top 20% of Georgia districts academically and serves Guyton, Rincon, and Springfield through 13 schools.
Yes — it has consistently been one of Georgia’s faster-growing counties, driven by manufacturing investment (Sewon America, Georgia Transformer) and its proximity to Savannah’s job market.
