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Living in Smyrna, DE

Smyrna is a small city in Delaware with approximately 12,000 residents. The city's population, with an average age of just over 38, ranks around the middle compared to other cities in the state, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 71% of residents own their homes. At $1,046 a month, the average rent is roughly the same as the state average.

Smyrna's average commute time ranks as one of the slowest in the state at about 35 minutes, 8th-highest in the state. Driving is the typical way to get to work, chosen by 42% of workers, while public transportation is not used much. Not many commuters walk to work.

Smyrna has a relatively large number of residents older than 25 who possess a high school degree or GED (24%) compared to the national average. In addition, 16% possess a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Smyrna residents work in one of two industries: retail and healthcare. Combined, these industries account for 16% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, as 7% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. Smyrna workers bring in an average annual income of just over $70,000, slightly less than the average Delaware resident. The city's average income, however, is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345.

Who Lives Here

Smyrna Demographics

Education

High School

27%

Associate's

21%

Bachelor's

13%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

43%

3 people

21%

4 people

20%

5 people

9%

6+ people

6%

Household Income

0-50k

35%

50-100k

39%

100-150k

17%

150-200k

7%

200k+

4%

Age

0-10

14%

10-20

14%

20-45

32%

45-65

24%

65+

15%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Smyrna?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$1050$1237$1350
Aug '23-$1050$1237$1350
Jul '23-$1050$1237$1350
Jun '23-$1050$1237$1350
May '23-$1050$1237$1350
Apr '23-$1050$1237$1350
Mar '23-$1050$1237$1350
Feb '23-$1050$1237$1350
Jan '23-$1050$1237$1350
Dec '22-$1050$1237$1350
Nov '22-$1050$1237$1350
Oct '22-$1050$1237$1350
Sep '22-$1050$1237$1350

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Smyrna

Smyrna Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

24%

15-30 Mins

28%

30-40 Mins

17%

40-60 Mins

15%

60+ Mins

16%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3737

Walk Score®

Percentage: 4040

Bike Score®

Top Scores: Pet, Medicine, Grocery

Things To Do In Smyrna

Top Score

Pet Services

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Who's an ok boy? Smyrna doesn't deserve many treats.

  1. A high number of pet facilities per resident
  2. 51% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 25% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Healthcare in Smyrna doesn't tip the scales.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 6% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 73% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 6% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Smyrna serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 64% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 17% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Smyrna.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 100% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Smyrna is running dry.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 85% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 29% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Smyrna.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Smyrna.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 76% fewer shops than average
  3. 58% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 62% fewer gyms than average
  3. 6% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 100% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 100% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Honk if you see a gas station.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 75% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 55% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Smyrna Education

Schools

Top Schools in Smyrna

5/10

Smyrna Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

7/10

Sunnyside Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

6/10

Clayton Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

NRNo Rating
7/10

Townsend Elementary School

Grades 1-5 • Public

7/10

North Dover Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Smyrna, DE

Smyrna is a small city in Delaware with approximately 12,000 residents. The city's population, with an average age of just over 38, ranks around the middle compared to other cities in the state, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 71% of residents own their homes. At $1,046 a month, the average rent is roughly the same as the state average.

Smyrna's average commute time ranks as one of the slowest in the state at about 35 minutes, 8th-highest in the state. Driving is the typical way to get to work, chosen by 42% of workers, while public transportation is not used much. Not many commuters walk to work.

Smyrna has a relatively large number of residents older than 25 who possess a high school degree or GED (24%) compared to the national average. In addition, 16% possess a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Smyrna residents work in one of two industries: retail and healthcare. Combined, these industries account for 16% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the city's workers are in sales, as 7% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. Smyrna workers bring in an average annual income of just over $70,000, slightly less than the average Delaware resident. The city's average income, however, is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345.