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Life in Smyrna
If you're considering Smyrna, you're looking at a solidly middle-to-upper-middle-class Atlanta suburb that's become a magnet for people who want urban convenience without being in the city proper. Housing costs are moderate for the metro area—median home values around $450,000 and rents near $1,739—but you're paying for proximity to Atlanta's job centers, which is reflected in the 29-minute average commute. The job market here is stable with unemployment at 3.2%, and the presence of major corporate offices means steady employment options, though many residents commute into Atlanta or to nearby employment hubs like Cumberland.
Smyrna at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
35.7 yrs
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Foreign-Born
15.0%
Broadband Internet
97.2%
of households
Population Growth
+2.4%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics15.0% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Smyrna: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Smyrna, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (16.9%), and 11.2% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
21.6%
of residents
65 and Older
10.4%
of residents
Households with Kids
27.9%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
35.2%
of households
Married Couples
39.9%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.27
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 25% above GA average
Rent, home values, and income in Smyrna
In Smyrna, rent runs 25% above the GA average, and home values are 48% above the GA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
50.0%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
27.3%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
100.1
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$3,600
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
59.4%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1990
median year built
Vacant Homes
8.3%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $442,294 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for GA
Unemployment in Smyrna and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Smyrna is close to the GA average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Smyrna Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area
Commute29.8 min avg
How Smyrna residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Smyrna, most residents drive alone to work (60%), and 52% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 18 mi
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Major hub51.5M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 27% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Smyrna runs 27% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
240.3
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,008.1
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Smyrna Police Department
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 6 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
94.4 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Cobb County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Cobb County, which includes Smyrna, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 6 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | Hail | $8,000 |
| 2024 | 6 | Thunderstorm Wind | $54,000 |
| 2023 | 12 | Thunderstorm Wind | $19,000 |
| 2022 | 7 | Thunderstorm Wind | $5,000 |
| 2021 | 7 | Thunderstorm Wind | $2.0M |
| 2020 | 11 | Thunderstorm Wind | $110,000 |
| 2019 | 7 | Drought | $55,000 |
| 2018 | 8 | Thunderstorm Wind | $12,000 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Cobb County, county-wide
Air Quality35 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Cobb County, which includes Smyrna, is typically good.
Median AQI
35
Cobb County, county-wide
Climate83°F summers, 34°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Smyrna has warm summers (avg high 83°F) and mild winters (avg low 34°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
71°/49°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
83°/67°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
71°/51°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
55°/34°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
51.1"
Annual Snowfall
0.5"
Hot Days/Year
10
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
63
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
109
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53°F | 32°F | 4.94" |
| Feb | 57°F | 35°F | 4.94" |
| Mar | 65°F | 40°F | 4.94" |
| Apr | 72°F | 48°F | 4.03" |
| May | 77°F | 57°F | 4.18" |
| Jun | 82°F | 65°F | 4.14" |
| Jul | 84°F | 68°F | 7.03" |
| Aug | 84°F | 68°F | 4.81" |
| Sep | 80°F | 62°F | 3.70" |
| Oct | 71°F | 51°F | 4.15" |
| Nov | 63°F | 40°F | 4.46" |
| Dec | 55°F | 35°F | 4.86" |
Healthcare1 hospital
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Smyrna
Smyrna has 1 hospital.
Hospitals
1
within city limits
Uninsured
10.9%
of residents
Ridgeview Institute
Psychiatric
Nearby hospitals · within 15 miles
Wellstar Cobb Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · 4.8 mi away · Austell
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 7.6 mi away · Marietta
Piedmont Hospital, Inc.
Acute Care Hospitals · 8 mi away · Atlanta
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education14.3:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Smyrna
Smyrna's student/teacher ratio is 14.3:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 59.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
8
within city limits
Private Schools
5
within city limits
College Degree Rate
59.4%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Smyrna (within 15 miles)
Public · 4-year · 26,623 students · in-state tuition $8,664 · 56% graduate · median earnings $51,903 (10 yrs after entry)
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
9.4 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 18,785 students · in-state tuition $12,008 · 93% graduate · median earnings $114,210 (10 yrs after entry)
Georgia State University-Perimeter College
10.6 mi awayPublic · 2-year · 13,693 students · in-state tuition $3,200 · 24% graduate · median earnings $51,903 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 7,298 students · in-state tuition $68,056 · 93% graduate · median earnings $93,897 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 3,603 students · in-state tuition $30,270 · 45% graduate · median earnings $46,867 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 3,414 students · in-state tuition $32,470 · 76% graduate · median earnings $65,773 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, 8 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Smyrna
Smyrna has 8 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park (8 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
National Battlefield Park
8 mi awayMartin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
National Historical Park
11 mi awayChattahoochee River National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
16 mi awayLittle River Canyon National Preserve
National Preserve
74 mi awayFreedom Riders National Monument
National Monument
81 mi awayChickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
National Military Park
87 mi awayOcmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
National Historical Park
88 mi awayHorseshoe Bend National Military Park
National Military Park
93 mi awayCities Near Smyrna
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Smyrna FAQ
Is Smyrna, Georgia affordable?⌄
Smyrna's median rent is $1,739/month, which is above the national average. The median household income is $100,061/year. Median home value is $449,500.
Is Smyrna, Georgia safe?⌄
Smyrna's violent crime rate was 240 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1008 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Smyrna, Georgia?⌄
Smyrna has an unemployment rate of 3.2%, which is solid, slightly below the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Smyrna, Georgia?⌄
The cost of living in Smyrna is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,739/month and median household income is $100,061/year. The median home value is $449,500. About 50% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Smyrna, Georgia?⌄
The average commute in Smyrna is 30 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from