Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
14%
Avg Rent
$1,388
Population
56,785
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Welcome to Smyrna, Tennessee, a suburban community in the Nashville metropolitan area. Located just 25 miles southeast of downtown Nashville, Smyrna combines historic charm with contemporary living options. Current rental trends show average monthly rates of $1,371 for one-bedroom units and $1,561 for two-bedroom homes, with floor plans averaging 769 to 1,066 square feet respectively.
The town features an impressive array of outdoor recreation spots, including ten parks, seven miles of greenway trails, and the Smyrna Outdoor Water Park. History buffs can explore the Sam Davis Home and Museum, a preserved 160-acre historic site that showcases the region's past.
At the heart of Smyrna's economy stands the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant, the largest automotive assembly facility in North America. The town center offers local shopping and dining options, while Interstate 24 provides convenient access to Nashville's entertainment venues. Residents enjoy proximity to Percy Priest Lake, known for its fishing, boating, and hiking trails. The town continues to grow, with new residential and commercial developments enhancing its established neighborhoods.
Percy Priest Lake is a popular spot for relaxing, whether on a boat or on the beach.
Residents turn out in droves for the local Smyrna Depot Farmers Market.
There are lots of local businesses all over Smyrna.
Median Household Income
$75,686
Average: $89,206
Education
12,131
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
31,539
Workers Employed
Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
14%
Housing Distribution
Smyrna has more homeowners than renters.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Smyrna, TN is $896 for a studio, $1,358 for one bedroom, $1,559 for two bedrooms, and $1,884 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Smyrna has decreased by -3.9% in the past year.
The cost of living in Smyrna, TN is 6.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Smyrna is 14.1% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $892 - $1,911. You can expect to pay 0.2% less for groceries, 11.9% less for utilities, and 12.9% less for transportation.
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Grades K-5
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Grades K-8
657 Students
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868 Students
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2,391 Students
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2,200 Students
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† 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 February 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.