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Smyrna, NY

New York

Smyrna is a small town in New York with a population of 163. Residents earn $29,732 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
163 Population 679/sq mi density
$29,732 Median Income $22,482 per capita
$86,000 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$29,732 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,000 home value, $1,125/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,732
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density679/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,732
Per Capita$22,482
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$3,066M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,000
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units93
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking15.1%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute16 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries10

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $29,732, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smyrna is $86,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Smyrna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Smyrna has a population of 163 with a density of 679 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

163
Total Population
679
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.8%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.2%
21% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smyrna is $29,732, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Smyrna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,732
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,482
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,040
County GDP$3,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare110
Retail164
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smyrna is $86,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,000
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.7%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Rate7.41%
In Smyrna, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities110
Smyrna has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density679/sq mi
Coordinates42.6869°N, 75.5687°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density679/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants91
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Nearby Cities

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