Smyrna, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Smyrna is a mid-size city in Tennessee with a population of 55,066. Residents earn $78,409 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
55,066 Population 1,612/sq mi density
$78,409 Median Income $34,358 per capita
$326,700 Home Value $399,458 Zillow
$1,366 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
308 Violent Crime/100K 2,553 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$78,409 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$326,700 home value, $1,366/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
308 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,409
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $326,700
16% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 308/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,366
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population55,066
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,612/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,409
Per Capita$34,358
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$27,630M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$326,700
Rent$1,366
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,458

Crime

F
Violent308/100K
Property2,553/100K
Murder4.6/100K
Assault253/100K
Burglary253/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Elevation597 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute27 min
EV Stations17
Libraries8

Is Smyrna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smyrna receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, 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 $78,409, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smyrna is $326,700, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,366 per month. 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 308 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,553 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Smyrna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Smyrna has a population of 55,066 with a density of 1,612 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%), with 16.6% Black.

Population

55,066
Total Population
1,612
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
34.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.9%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.1%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Smyrna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smyrna is $78,409, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Smyrna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,409
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,358
Avg Weekly Wage$1,225
IRS Avg AGI$74,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,776
County GDP$27,630M

Business (County)

Restaurants681
Healthcare697
Retail953
Manufacturing204

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,546
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Smyrna is $326,700, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,366 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,458.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$326,700
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$399,458
Median List Price$439,932

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,932
$/Sq Ft$205
Homes Sold49
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops23.0%
Inventory248

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,366
17% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,623

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,546
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Smyrna, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,620/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities697
Smyrna has a violent crime rate of 308 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,553 per 100,000 (30% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent308.1/100K
19% below US avg
Murder4.6/100K
28% below US avg
Rape18.3/100K
Robbery32.0/100K
Assault253.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,553.5/100K
30% above US avg
Burglary253.3/100K
Theft2,220.3/100K
Vehicle Theft79.9/100K
Arson9.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Smyrna has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area34.2 sq mi (88.4 km²)
Population Density1,612/sq mi
Coordinates35.9690°N, 86.5286°W
County FIPS47149
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.2%
16% below US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,612/sq mi
Total Area34.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations17
Alt Fuel Stations21
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities697
Restaurants681
Retail Stores953

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home11.2%

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