Smyrna, DE

Delaware · Kent County · Dover Metro

Smyrna is a small city in Delaware with a population of 13,031. Residents earn $70,473 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

13,031 Population 2,033/sq mi density

$70,473 Median Income $32,846 per capita

$273,400 Home Value $395,531 Zillow

$1,398 Median Rent 31.4% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

272 Violent Crime/100K 2,090 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$70,473 median income, 2.5% unemployment

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$273,400 home value, $1,398/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

272 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

22.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $70,473

6% lower than US avg

Home Value $273,400

3% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 272/100K

28% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.2%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,398

20% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.4%

35% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.4%

32% lower than US avg

How Smyrna Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,031

Median Age34.3 yrs

Density2,033/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 56%

Veterans7.3%

Economy

Median Income$70,473

Per Capita$32,846

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty8.4%

County GDP$11,652M

Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$273,400

Rent$1,398

Ownership75.5%

Zillow$395,531

Housing Units5,079

Rent Burden31.4%

Crime

Violent272/100K

Property2,090/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault204/100K

Burglary331/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%

Uninsured9.1%

Smoking13.2%

Depression22.8%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.2%

High School+92.8%

Graduate+7.2%

School Score5.72

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%

Commute33 min

Broadband96.2%

EV Stations9

Libraries5

Is Smyrna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smyrna receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Smyrna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smyrna is $70,473, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smyrna is $273,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,398 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Smyrna is below the national average at 272 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,090 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Smyrna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Smyrna has a population of 13,031 with a density of 2,033 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 31% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,031

Total Population

2,033

People / sq mi

34.3yrs

Median Age

12% below US avg

6.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.0%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smyrna is $70,473, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,846 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,105, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,852 business establishments, including 369 restaurants. The cost of living index is 99.8, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Smyrna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$70,473
	6% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,846
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,105
IRS Avg AGI	$65,091
Gini Index	0.407 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.4%
	32% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,852
County GDP	$11,652M

Business (County)

Restaurants	369
Healthcare	567
Retail	651
Manufacturing	92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,678
	23% below US avg
Cost of Living	99.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.4 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Smyrna is $273,400, 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,531, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.8% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,398 (20% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,250 for a one-bedroom to $1,560 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,079 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1998. The average annual property tax is $2,678 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$273,400
	3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$395,531
Median List Price	$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$350,000
$/Sq Ft	$205
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.8%
Price Drops	17.7%
Inventory	34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,398
	20% above US avg
Rent Burden	31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,205
1 Bedroom	$1,250
2 Bedrooms	$1,560
3 Bedrooms	$1,990
4 Bedrooms	$2,293

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	75.5%
Owner-Occupied	75.5%
Renter-Occupied	24.5%
Housing Units	5,079
Median Year Built	1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,678
	23% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.98%

In Smyrna, 43.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 35.5% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 14.1% report binge drinking. 29.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.8% report depression. 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,980. The dentist ratio is 1:2,460. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Smyrna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.4%
	35% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	35.5%
Asthma	12.9%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.2%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	14.1%
Physical Inactivity	29.5%
Depression	22.8%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.3%
Uninsured	9.1%
	6% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,980
Dentists	1:2,460
Mental Health	1:414
Checkup Rate	81.1%
Dental Visits	61.5%
Premature Death	10,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	66.5%
Healthcare Facilities	567

Smyrna has a violent crime rate of 272 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 203.9 per 100,000, robbery at 25.5, rape at 42.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,090 per 100,000, 7% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,708, burglary at 331, vehicle theft at 51 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 29 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Smyrna receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Smyrna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	271.9/100K
	28% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	42.5/100K
Robbery	25.5/100K
Assault	203.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,090.4/100K
	7% above US avg
Burglary	331.4/100K
Theft	1,708.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	51.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	29
Traffic Accidents	290
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Smyrna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.1°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	30 ft (9 m)
Area	6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density	2,033/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2953°N, 75.6087°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Kent County County
Nearest Airport	Philadelphia International (PHL) 44 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"

25% above US avg

Snowfall 13.2"

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0459 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	84.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	32.4 / 100
Community Resilience	68.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 9, 2023.

Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	121 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	120 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	26 km
Jun 3, 2010	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M3.1	146 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	109 km
Apr 24, 2009	1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.9	148 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	119 km
Sep 15, 2019	5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania	M2.8	132 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	122 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	40 km
Oct 25, 2009	4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania	M2.8	147 km
Oct 28, 1994	1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland	M2.7	85 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	112 km
Mar 15, 1993	5 km W of Columbia, Maryland	M2.7	111 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	78 km
Jan 13, 1990	6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland	M2.6	110 km
Jun 25, 2021	2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland	M2.6	95 km
Jan 18, 1994	3 km SE of Clay, Pennsylvania	M2.6	113 km
Oct 28, 1996	2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania	M2.6	117 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	69 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Arthur (2014, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2014	Arthur	Category 1	263 km
2012	Sandy	Category 1	236 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	143 km
1999	Floyd	Category 1	281 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	296 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	229 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	214 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	138 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

320 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 222 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 1, 2023	EF3	60 km	1
Sep 1, 2021	EF3	52 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	51 km	0
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	88 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	42 km	0
Mar 22, 1955	EF3	75 km	1
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	96 km	1
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	61 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	99 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	95 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	23 km	0
Oct 31, 2019	EF2	69 km	0
May 28, 2019	EF2	99 km	0
Apr 15, 2019	EF2	81 km	0
Jul 23, 2017	EF2	74 km	0
Feb 24, 2016	EF2	87 km	0
Sep 28, 2004	EF2	43 km	0
Sep 18, 2004	EF2	79 km	0
May 2, 2002	EF2	52 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	83 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	66 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MULLICA RIVER FIRE (13,082 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	91 km
2006	UNNAMED	3,780	97 km
2017	PENN SWAMP FIRE	3,587	94 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	90 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,625	99 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	89 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,122	88 km
1997	UNNAMED	2,121	89 km
1993	UNNAMED	1,860	89 km
2008	SAUNDERS DITCH	1,814	88 km
1985	UNNAMED	1,685	89 km
1988	SLAU BCH 2	1,578	53 km
2020	SPLIT DITCH	1,518	44 km
2020	BIG TIMBER	1,434	72 km
2014	RAILROAD	1,431	44 km
1992	UNNAMED	1,416	99 km
1991	UNNAMED	1,411	96 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,386	93 km
1989	UNNAMED	1,355	96 km
1991	UNNAMED	1,354	100 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	36°F (2°C)	3.6 in
February	35°F (2°C)	2.9 in	Coldest, Driest
March	44°F (6°C)	4.1 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.5 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.2 in
June	72°F (22°C)	3.7 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.3 in
November	47°F (9°C)	3.2 in
December	38°F (3°C)	3.5 in

Smyrna has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 35°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.9").

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Smyrna is located in Kent County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 22.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50.2% of the vote, a 2-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 567 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.2%

D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	29
Traffic Accidents	290
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.2%
	34% below US avg
High School+	92.8%
Graduate Degree+	7.2%
School Test Score	5.72

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,033/sq mi
Total Area	6.4 sq mi
County	Kent County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.2%
Avg Download Speed	175.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	42.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	9
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	567
Restaurants	369
Retail Stores	651

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.4 min
Drive Alone	80.2%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	11.5%

Average costs for common services in Smyrna. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$399)
Specialist Visit	$349 ($200–$549)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$349)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,196 ($798–$4,990)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$399)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$299 ($150–$499)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$599 ($399–$998)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$349)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$399 ($150–$798)
HVAC System Install	$6,986 ($3,992–$11,976)
Roof Repair	$998 ($399–$1,996)
Roof Replacement	$8,982 ($5,489–$14,970)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,497 ($499–$3,493)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,970 ($4,990–$29,940)
DUI Defense	$4,990 ($1,996–$9,980)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,497 ($798–$2,994)
Will Preparation	$499 ($200–$998)
Trust Preparation	$2,495 ($998–$4,990)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.09 ($2.99–$5.49)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.49 ($2.50–$4.99)
Loaf of Bread	$3.79 ($2.50–$5.49)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.49 ($2.99–$6.49)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.49 ($3.99–$7.49)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$499)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,996 ($1,198–$3,493)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.98–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,198 ($599–$2,495)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$998 ($499–$1,996)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$399 ($200–$699)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$998 ($399–$2,495)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,475 ($4,990–$29,940)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$299 ($150–$499)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$399)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$789
Toddler	$602
Preschool	$626
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$674
Toddler	$553
Preschool	$556

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kent County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,779	1,058	$55,966	1.06
Retail Trade	8,993	553	$36,994	1.27
Administrative & Waste Services	3,331	633	$57,855	0.80
Professional & Technical Services	2,860	918	$82,963	0.58
Construction	2,808	499	$75,867	0.75
Transportation & Warehousing	2,732	177	$54,716	0.91
Finance & Insurance	1,816	304	$95,410	0.63
Other Services	1,650	357	$45,179	0.77
Real Estate	459	158	$57,013	0.42
Information & Technology	342	108	$80,329	0.26
Management of Companies	291	17	$118,258	0.24
Educational Services	290	63	$45,711	0.20

Colleges & Universities in Smyrna

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
All In The Wrist Barber Academy	Private For-Profit · Certificate	23	—	—	—

Schools in Smyrna

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Smyrna High School	High	1,807	109	16.6:1
Smyrna Middle School	Middle	1,027	62	16.6:1
Moore (John Bassett) School	Middle	724	47	15.4:1
Sunnyside Elementary School	Elementary	538	34	15.8:1
North Smyrna Elementary School	Elementary	505	42	12.0:1
Smyrna Elementary School	Elementary	474	31	15.3:1

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Radio Stations near Smyrna

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
105.5 WDHA The Rock Of New Jersey	rock, the rock of new jersey	AAC+ 112 kbps
WKHS Radio	jazz, rock	AAC+ 128 kbps
WVUD-HD2 "The Basement", Newark, DE	newark, university radio	MP3 32 kbps
Super 91.7 - WMPH	—	MP3 128 kbps
News Radio 1450 WILM	news, talk	AAC
Holy Culture Radio	christian hip hop, christian rap	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Smyrna

131 national parks and monuments found near Smyrna.

Park	Type	Fee
3 Forts Ferry	State Park	Free
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Alapocas Run State Park	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Preserve	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Auburn Heights	State Park	Free
Auburn Heights Preserve	State Park	Free
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Bellevue State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Bethany Beach Canal	State Park	Free
Big Elk Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Bill Burton State Park	State Park	Free
Black Walnut Point Nrma	State Park	Free
Bohemia River State Park	State Park	Free
Brandywine Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Brandywine Park	State Park	Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape May Point State Park	State Park	Free
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Chesapeake Bay		Free
Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park	State Park	Free
Corsons Inlet State Park	State Park	Free
Cypress Branch Nrma	State Park	Free
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club	State Park	Free
Delaware Seashore State Park	State Park	Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Elk Neck Sp	State Park	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Fair Hill Nrma	State Park	Free
Fenwick Island State Park	State Park	Free
First State National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fork Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fort Delaware State Park	State Park	Free
Fort DuPont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Dupont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine	National Monument and Historic Shrine	$15
Fort Mott State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Fox Point State Park	State Park	Free
Franklin Point State Park	State Park	Free
French Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club	State Park	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation	State Park	Free
Great Egg Harbor River		Free
Great Marsh Preserve	State Park	Free
Great Sound State Park	State Park	Free
Greenwell Sp	State Park	Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp	State Park	Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park	State Park	Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hampton National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park	State Park	Free
Hart-Miller Island Sp	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hobbs Property	State Park	Free
Holts Landing State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
James Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Jonas Green State Park	State Park	Free
Killens Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Love Point State Park	State Park	Free
Lums Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket	State Park	Free
Market Square	State Park	Free
Marsh Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Martinak State Park	State Park	Free
Matapeake	State Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
North Point Sb	State Park	Free
North Point Sp	State Park	Free
North Point State Park	State Park	Free
Nvf Site	State Park	Free
Oversee Property	State Park	Free
Palmer Sp	State Park	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Parvin State Park	State Park	Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center	State Park	Free
Port Penn Natural Area	State Park	Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rocks Sp	State Park	Free
Rocky Run Acquisition	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park	State Park	Free
Sandy Point State Park	State Park	Free
Sassafrass Nrma	State Park	Free
Seal Island	State Park	Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Stow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Sunset Lake	State Park	Free
Susquehanna Sp	State Park	Free
Susquehanna State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehannock State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
The Cannery Lot	State Park	Free
The Cauffiel Estate	State Park	Free
The Cleaver House	State Park	Free
The Hubbs House	State Park	Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Trap Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Tuckahoe Sp	State Park	Free
Tuckahoe State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
White Clay Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad	State Park	Free
Wilmington State Parks	State Park	Free
Wye Island Nrma	State Park	Free
Wye Oak Sp	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Smyrna

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	10,856	$49,370
2015	11,256	$54,217
2017	11,527	$54,675
2019	11,852	$67,277
2021	13,149	$63,794
2023	13,315	$70,473

Museums in Smyrna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ART CENTER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3028576060	$146,619,108
BIGGS MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART	ART MUSEUM		3026742111	$1,622,514
SMYRNA-CLAYTON HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7 WEST SOUTH STREET	3026534236	$271,390
DELAWARE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3027341618	$165,770
DELAWARE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		3027341618	$165,770
AMC MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	1301 HERITAGE RD	3026775938	$141,049
DELAWARE STATE POLICE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	1425 N DUPONT HWY	3027397700	$94,319
DOVER ART LEAGUE	ART MUSEUM		3026740402	$49,883
MIDDLETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3023787466	$48,701
MASSEY AIR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4109285270	$35,312
WOODBURN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$30,527
OLD BOHEMIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	BOHEMIA CHURCH ROAD	3023785800	$21,176
HISTORIC CAMDEN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$4,800
ARABIAN HORSE TRUST	GENERAL MUSEUM
BELMONT HALL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	217 SMYRNA LEIPSIC ROAD	3022649048
BOWERS BEACH MARITIME MUSEUM	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		3023351400
C AND D CANAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4108855622
CLAUDE E. PHILLIPS HERBARIUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
DELAWARE AERO SPACE EDUCATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3026595003
DELAWARE ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 26
DOWNSTATE DELAWARE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUCK CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3026531320
FORT MILES HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3027399220
HISTORIC HOUSES OF ODESSA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3023784119
JOHN DICKINSON PLANTATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3027393277
JOHNSON VICTROLA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3027445055
OLD DOVER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	323 SOUTH STATE STREET
PORT PENN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3028343669
PORT PENN INTERPRETIVE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	PORT PENN RD	3028347941
SMYRNA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD COALITION OF DELAWARE NORTHEAST UNDERGROUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Smyrna

Name	Address	Annual Visits
DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY	35 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA	352,962
KENT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	497 SOUTH RED HAVEN LANE	112,789
SMYRNA PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 SOUTH MAIN STREET	84,713
CORBIT-CALLOWAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	115 HIGH STREET	47,158

Farmers Markets in Smyrna

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Capital City Farmers Market	126 West Loockerman Street (Loockerman Way Plaza)	06/15/2016 to 09/14/2016	Wed: 11:30 AM-3:30 PM;		Visit
Dutch Country Farmer's Market	701 N Broad St.	01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017	Thu: 8:30 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:30 AM-4:00 PM;		Visit
Loockerman Way Farmers' Market	Loockerman Way Plaza - Loockerman Street	06/18/2014 to 08/27/2014	Wed: 11:30 AM-4:30 PM;		Visit
SMYRNA FARMERS' MARKET	7 West South Street	06/12/2014 to 08/28/2014	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes

Breweries in Smyrna

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Blue Earl Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	210 Artisans Dr
Fordham Brewing Co.	Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	1284 Mcd Dr	3026784810	Visit

Nursing Homes in Smyrna

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
DELAWARE HOSPITAL F/T CHRONICALLY ILL (DHCI) 100 SUNNYSIDE ROAD	Government - State	205	136	4/5	—	5/5	3/5	3022231500
PINNACLE REHABILITATION & HEALTH CENTER 3034 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY	For profit - Partnership	151	141	3/5	—	3/5	2/5	3026535085

Pharmacies in Smyrna

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ACME SAVON PHARMACY - 7836	236 EAST GLENWOOD AVENUE	302-653-3610
ATLANTIC APOTHECARY	100 SOUTH MAIN STREET	302-653-9355
DELAWARE HOSPITAL FOR THE CHRONICALLY ILL	100 SUNNYSIDE ROAD	302-223-1000
RITE AID - 11195	66 EAST GLENWOOD AVENUE	302-653-6649
RITE AID - 7891	200 PHARMACY DRIVE	302-659-1267
WALGREENS - 11134	700 JIMMY DRIVE	302-653-8528

Daycare Centers in Smyrna

11 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ACADEMY OF EARLY LEARNING 310 NORTH MAIN STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 659-0750	OPEN
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AT JOHN BASSETT MOORE SCHOOL 20 WEST FRAZIER STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 893-9319	OPEN
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AT NORTH SMYRNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 365 NORTH MAIN STREET	SCHOOL BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 893-9320	OPEN
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB AT SMYRNA CLAYTON 240 EAST COMMERCE STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 659-5610	OPEN
C4D KIDZ 5838 DUPONT PKWY	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 480-3232	OPEN
CADENCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL - SMYRNA 649 S CARTER RD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 653-5677	OPEN
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIRST HEAD START SMYRNA 4272 BRENFORD ROAD	HEAD START — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 653-5499	OPEN
DESTINED FOR GREATNESS LEARNING CENTER INC. 24 EAST NORTH STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 514-9296	OPEN
GIFT OF LOVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER 115 EAST NORTH STREET	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 659-1984	OPEN
KIDZ INK V ACADEMY OF EARLY ACADEMICS 616 WEST GLENWOOD AVENUE	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 653-4034	OPEN
LITTLE KID'S SWAGG LEARNING CENTER, LLC 433 SOUTH DUPONT BOULEVARD	CENTER BASED — LICENSED CHILD CARE CENTER	(302) 480-4404	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Smyrna

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
RFS 146	304 North Dupont Boulevard	Blink Network		1	J1772COMBO	public
ROYAL FARMS RFS 146 DC #1	304 N DuPont Blvd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
ROYAL FARMS RFS 146 DC #2	304 N DuPont Blvd	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
DEMEC Administrative Office	22 Artisan Drive	Blink Network	4		J1772	public
Smyrna Municipal Parking Lot	22 S. Main Street	Blink Network	2		J1772	public
Smyrna Rest Area	5500 DuPont Pkwy	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Willis Ford	15 N Dupont Blvd	Non-Networked	2		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Smyrna

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Woodside site) 114 BRIANS DR	TOWER	127
265 QUINTON-MARLBORO (26140)	LTOWER	114
159 BRICK STORE LANDING RD	TOWER	90
4270 Underwoods Corner Road (44005)	LTOWER	75
5729 W DENNEYS ROAD & Route 13 (71316)	GTOWER	73
2898 ARTHURSVILLE ROAD	TOWER	67
53 BEASLEY NECK ROAD	TOWER	61
26289 Barclay Road (83810)	LTOWER	61
32762 SASSAFRAS ROAD (87675)	MTOWER	60
332 DARLING FARM ROAD (81953)	MTOWER	60
2030 NORTH DUPONT HIGHWAY	TOWER	59
364 CECILTON WARWICK ROAD (84046)	LTOWER	59
(Cecilton site) 364 CECILTON-WARWICK ROAD	LTOWER	59
Route 49 (71324)	LTOWER	58
25 LOCUST STREET (43180)	LTOWER	55
573 BLACK STALLION ROAD (78787)	MTOWER	47
8014 BAY ROAD ROUTE 113 (44148)	LTOWER	47
4860 South Dupont Hwy (43802)	MTOWER	43

Fire Stations in Smyrna

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Citizens' Hose Company No. 1, Inc.	103 W Commerce ST	Volunteer			302-653-9858

Power Plants Near Smyrna

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
WARREN F SAM BEASLEY GENERATION STATION	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-75.6	OP
DG AMP SOLAR SMYRNA	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-75.6	OP

Bridges in Smyrna

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	72	28,060	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	72	28,060	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1993	345	27,318	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1993	345	27,318	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	72	26,405	F
Slab	Concrete	1940	47	25,313	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	108	22,296	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	1,043	22,108	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	1,043	22,108	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	72	21,018	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	123	19,906	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	393	19,906	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	393	19,906	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	123	19,905	G
Culvert	Concrete	1970	31	7,264	F
Culvert	Concrete	1982	21	5,090	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	215	4,748	F
Culvert	Concrete	1960	32	3,626	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	214	3,520	G
Culvert	Concrete	1987	39	2,491	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1991	217	1,990	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	122	1,560	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	1998	105	772	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	598	534	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	59	497	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1961	86	376	F
Culvert	Concrete	2020	25	213	G
Culvert	Concrete	2021	22	114	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	31	107	G

Correctional Facilities in Smyrna

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
JAMES T VAUGHN CORRECTIONAL CENTER	1181 PADDOCK RD	STATE	2,385	2,601	OPEN
CENTRAL VIOLATION OF PROBATION CENTER	875 SMYRNA LANDING RD	STATE	164	250	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Smyrna

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
KRAFT FOODS INC.	1250 WEST NORTH STREET	KENT

Airports Near Smyrna

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Philadelphia International Airport	PHL	Large Airport
Cape May County Airport	WWD	Medium Airport
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force Base	DOV	Medium Airport
Millville Municipal Airport	MIV	Medium Airport
Phillips Army Air Field	APG	Medium Airport
Wilmington Airport	ILG	Medium Airport
Albanna Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashland Landing Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
B J Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Bay Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaven Field	—	Small Airport
Belfair Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Oak Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Blews Airport	—	Small Airport
Brandywine Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Breezecroft Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Castle Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Cecil County Airport	—	Small Airport
Chandelle Airport	—	Small Airport
Chester County G O Carlson Airport	CTH	Small Airport
Chorman Airport	—	Small Airport
Church Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Conquest Field	—	Small Airport
Coombs Airport	—	Small Airport
Cromwell Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Cross Keys Airport	—	Small Airport
D'Angelo Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Delaware Airpark	—	Small Airport
Delaware Coastal Airport	GED	Small Airport
Dileo Field	—	Small Airport
Doyle's Airport	—	Small Airport
Drummond Airport	—	Small Airport
Duffy's Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Crest-Hudson Airport	—	Small Airport
Easton Airport / Newnam Field	ESN	Small Airport
Emmanuel Airport	—	Small Airport
Ewing Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Founding Fathers Field	—	Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport	—	Small Airport
Full Throttle Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
G W Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Halka Nurseries Airport	—	Small Airport
Harford County Airport	—	Small Airport
Harris Airport	—	Small Airport
Harris Airport	—	Small Airport
Hexton Farms Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Smyrna

15 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Camden Police Department
Clayton Police Department
Delaware State Police Academey
Delaware State Police Headquarters	1441 North Dupont Highway
Delaware State Police Headquarters
Delaware State Police Troop 3
Delaware State Police Troop 9	414 Main Street
Delaware State Police, Troop 3	3759 South State Street
Dover Police Department	400 South Queen Street
Dover Police Department
Kent County Sheriff's Department	38 The Green
Smyrna Police Department
Smyrna Police Department	325 West Glenwood Avenue
University Police
Wyoming Police Department

Grocery Stores in Smyrna

18 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ACME 2836	Supermarket	236 E Glenwood Ave
ALDI 71127	Supermarket	1382 S Dupont Blvd
Dollar General 0364	Other	116B E Glenwood Ave
Dollar General 12035	Other	599 Jimmy Dr
Dollar General 23783	Other	4831 Dupont Pkwy
Dollar Tree 4190	Other	217 Stadium St
EASTERN SHORE SEAFOOD INC	Specialty Store	2626 S Dupont Blvd
Family Dollar 2380	Other	701 W Glenwood Ave
Food Lion 1426	Supermarket	215 Stadium St
Gas & Go	Convenience Store	126 S Dupont Blvd
King Market Llc 1	Convenience Store	29 W Commerce St
LA TROPICANA	Grocery Store	310 N Main St
Royal Farms 146	Convenience Store	304 N Dupont Blvd
Shore Stop 252	Convenience Store	5703 Dupont Pkwy
Tienda La Herencia	Convenience Store	2119 S Dupont Blvd
Walgreens 11134	Other	700 Jimmy Dr
WAWA 830	Convenience Store	5632 Dupont Pkwy
Wawa Food Market 853	Convenience Store	500 Jimmy Dr

Post Offices in Smyrna

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Smyrna Post Office	13 South Market Street

Treatment Centers in Smyrna

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
American Treatment Network - Dover OTP	Substance Abuse	877-286-5115
Dover Comprehensive Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	302-504-8500 x114
Mind and Body Consortium	Both	302-674-2380 x1218
Psychotherapeutic Services Inc - Womens Residential	Substance Abuse	302-257-5818
SaVida Health	Substance Abuse	302-608-6085
Serenity Place	Substance Abuse	302-730-0800
Shalom House	Substance Abuse	302-730-0800
Shalom House	Substance Abuse	302-730-0800
UHS of Dover LLC	Both	302-747-1145
Westside Family Healthcare	Both	302-678-4622

Churches & Religious Organizations in Smyrna

35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
9ELEVEN CHURCH INC	408 HORIZON LN
CENTERPOINT CHURCH	5 W COMMERCE ST
CHERISH LIFE INTERNATIONAL INC	127 E GLENWOOD AVE
DOMINION MANDATE MINISTRIES INC	244 SHAPLEY DR
FAITH TO FAITH INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 703
GRACE AND MERCY TEMPLE INC	260 GRAYTON DR
GREATER LOVE & GREATER PURPOSE MINISTRIES INC	169 AZALEA DR
GREATER WORKS EMPOWERMENT MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL	250 STADIUM ST STE 101
HARVEST OUTREACH WORSHIP CENTER INC	PO BOX 106
HEALING STREAMS NETWORK INC	34 MISCHIEF LN
HOUSE OF PRAISE CHAPEL USA INC	226 E PEMBROOKE DR
J-BROOK PRODUCTIONS INC	14 GREENSPIRE LN
KINGDOM WAY CHURCH INC	PO BOX 531
LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCH	82 NUGENT LOOP
MILITARY TO MINISTRY	74 E GLENWOOD AVE NUM 358
MIMOSA MINISTRY INC	417 FLETCHER DR
MOMENTUM INTERNATIIONAL MINISTRIES	64 EAST PENNBROOK DR
NEW BIRTH CHRISTIAN CHURCH TUC	391 ROBERTS DR
NEW LYFE MINISTRIES	191 DELHI CT
OLD UNION CHURCH SOCIETY	650 JOHNS RD
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	5048 WHEATLEYS POND RD
POWERHOUSE MINISTRIES INC	115 E GLENWOOD AVE
RANSOMED LIFE CHURCH INC	280 NEEDHAM DR
SMYRNA CHURCH OF CHRIST INC	1630 JOE GOLDSBOROUGH RD
SMYRNA CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1010 CLARK FARM RD
SMYRNA WESLEYAN CHURCH	433 W COMMERCE ST
SMYRNA-CLAYTON MINISTERIUM	118 W COMMERCE ST
SURELY GOODNESS & MERCY WORD MINISTRY	23 E GLENWOOD AVE
SYBIL F BULL MINISTRIES INC	115 E GLENWOOD AVE
THIS LIFE LTD	139 S MAIN ST
TRUE WORD OF GOD MINISTRY INC	4312 WHEATLEYS POND RD
UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE AMBASSADORS ASSEMBLY	275 BRIAN DR
UPPER ROOM INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CENTER DELAWARE	152 GLADWYNE RD
WALKING MIRACLE MINISTRIES INC	63 ELMWOOD DR
YESHUA MINISTRIES	753 WILLOWWOOD DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Smyrna

What is the population of Smyrna?

Smyrna has a population of 13,031 residents and is located in Delaware. The population density is 2,033 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Smyrna expensive to live in?

Smyrna has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 99.8 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $70,473, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $273,400 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,398 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Smyrna safe?

Smyrna is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 272 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,090 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Smyrna receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Smyrna?

Smyrna enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Smyrna?

The job market in Smyrna is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,105. There are 5,852 business establishments in the area, including 369 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 11.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Smyrna?

The median home value in Smyrna is $273,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,531. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,398. Fair market rent is $1,250 for a 1-bedroom and $1,560 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,678.

How are the schools in Smyrna?

Schools in Smyrna score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.2% of adults in Smyrna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Smyrna?

The obesity rate in Smyrna is 43.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 29.5% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 9.1% lack health insurance. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,980.

What is transportation like in Smyrna?

The average commute in Smyrna is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Smyrna?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Smyrna is 56.4% White, 31% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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Clayton, DE 4,086 pop · 1.9 mi Cheswold, DE 1,833 pop · 5.4 mi Townsend, DE 2,792 pop · 9.0 mi Dover, DE 39,491 pop · 10.4 mi Middletown, DE 24,071 pop · 11.8 mi Rodney Village, DE 1,318 pop · 12.1 mi Kent Acres, DE 2,540 pop · 12.3 mi Wyoming, DE 1,789 pop · 12.9 mi Highland Acres, DE 3,661 pop · 13.3 mi Camden, DE 4,011 pop · 13.8 mi Dover Base Housing, DE 3,026 pop · 14.1 mi Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE 4,195 pop · 14.6 mi Woodside East, DE 1,680 pop · 16.2 mi St. Georges, DE 1,564 pop · 18.4 mi

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