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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 80.9% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.1% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $96,780 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $63,475 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,939 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $143,914 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 72,716 |
| County GDP | $243,563M |
| Restaurants | 3,816 |
| Healthcare | 4,568 |
| Retail | 3,777 |
| Manufacturing | 655 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,336 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 28.5% |
| Census Median | $409,000 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $444,315 |
| Median List Price | $522,000 |
| Median List Price | $522,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $216 |
| Homes Sold | 63 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.3% |
| Price Drops | 30.6% |
| Inventory | 216 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,682 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,650 |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,336 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
| Obesity | 29.1% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.9% |
| Depression | 18.1% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,075/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,568 |
| Total Violent | 287.2/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.7/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Rape | 7.4/100K |
| Robbery | 120.5/100K |
| Assault | 155.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,875.9/100K |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 570.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,047.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 257.6/100K |
| Arson | 7.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 145 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,481/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8626°N, 84.5161°W |
| County FIPS | 13121 |
Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 59.0% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,481/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 17 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 22 |
| Public Libraries | 32 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,568 |
| Restaurants | 3,816 |
| Retail Stores | 3,777 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 145 |
| Avg Commute | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 28.5% |