Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
12%
Smyrna, GA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,405
Population
59,177
Renter Mix
45% Rent
The home of the Atlanta Braves
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Located northwest of Atlanta, Smyrna combines suburban living with easy city access. The city, nicknamed the "Jonquil City" for the thousands of yellow flowers that bloom each spring, centers around Market Village, where residents enjoy open-air concerts and community events. One-bedroom apartments in Smyrna average $1,393, while two-bedroom units average $1,667. Housing options range from apartment communities near downtown to townhomes in established neighborhoods like Belmont Hills and The Crossings. Many residents choose to live near Market Village or the Cumberland business district.
Originally a railway stop, Smyrna has evolved into a well-established suburban city. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation at Cobb Park and along the Spring Road walking trails. Located 16 miles from downtown Atlanta near the intersection of I-285 and I-75, Smyrna offers convenient access to major employment centers. The median household income is $73,788, and the community maintains strong connections to its heritage, dating back to 1832. The anticipated connection of the Silver Comet Trail to the Atlanta BeltLine will make Smyrna part of the nation's longest paved trail system, enhancing transportation and recreation options for residents.
Explore the City
The Silver Comet Trail's paved paths makes it suitable for walking, biking, and rollerblading.
Explore all the restaurants and activities to enjoy at The Battery.
North Cooper Lake Park is decorated with a colorful Smyrna art installation.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$90,380
Average: $119,387
Education
26,320
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
35,063
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Smyrna has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
38%
Other Education
62%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Smyrna, GA is $1,344 for a studio, $1,411 for one bedroom, $1,647 for two bedrooms, and $2,093 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Smyrna has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,411/month
756 Sq Ft
House
$3,058/month
1,935 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,824/month
949 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,789/month
1,704 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
King Springs Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
1,065 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
965 Students
Public
Grades K-5
355 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
904 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
868 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
944 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,445 Students
International Academy of Smyrna
Public
Grades K-8
1,032 Students
Public
Public
Grades 9-12
3,246 Students
Public
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Silver Comet Trail
- Marietta Tree Keepers
- Chattahoochee River NRA - Cochran Shoals / Sope Creek
- Atlanta History Center
- Chastain Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.