Smyrna, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Smyrna is a mid-size city in Georgia with a population of 56,285. Residents earn $96,780 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
56,285 Population 3,481/sq mi density
$96,780 Median Income $63,475 per capita
$409,000 Home Value $444,315 Zillow
$1,682 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
287 Violent Crime/100K 2,876 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$96,780 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$409,000 home value, $1,682/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
287 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,780
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $409,000
45% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 287/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.0%
75% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,682
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56,285
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density3,481/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,780
Per Capita$63,475
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$243,563M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$409,000
Rent$1,682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$444,315

Crime

F
Violent287/100K
Property2,876/100K
Murder3.7/100K
Assault156/100K
Burglary571/100K

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation1,027 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 72%
Commute29 min
EV Stations17
Libraries32

Is Smyrna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smyrna receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. 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 $96,780, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smyrna is $409,000, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,682 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Smyrna is below the national average at 287 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,876 per 100,000, 47% above the national average.

Education

Smyrna is a highly educated community — 59.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Smyrna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Smyrna has a population of 56,285 with a density of 3,481 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 31.8% Black.

Population

56,285
Total Population
3,481
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smyrna is $96,780, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Smyrna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,780
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,475
Avg Weekly Wage$1,939
IRS Avg AGI$143,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)72,716
County GDP$243,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,816
Healthcare4,568
Retail3,777
Manufacturing655

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home28.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Smyrna is $409,000, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,682 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $444,315.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$409,000
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$444,315
Median List Price$522,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$522,000
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold63
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops30.6%
Inventory216

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,682
45% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,650

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,336
138% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Smyrna, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death8,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access93.8%
Healthcare Facilities4,568
Smyrna has a violent crime rate of 287 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,876 per 100,000 (47% above US avg). The murder rate is 3.7 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent287.2/100K
24% below US avg
Murder3.7/100K
41% below US avg
Rape7.4/100K
Robbery120.5/100K
Assault155.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,875.9/100K
47% above US avg
Burglary570.7/100K
Theft2,047.6/100K
Vehicle Theft257.6/100K
Arson7.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Smyrna has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²)
Population Density3,481/sq mi
Coordinates33.8626°N, 84.5161°W
County FIPS13121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 44.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27%
D 71.9%

Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.0%
75% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score4.92
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,481/sq mi
Total Area16.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations17
Alt Fuel Stations22
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,568
Restaurants3,816
Retail Stores3,777

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)145
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home28.5%

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