Smyrna, Georgia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Smyrna, Georgia is 56,285 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 17th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $96,780, the median home value is $409,000, and the median age is 35.6.
The population has grown 11.8% since 2010 (51,140 → 57,177).
56,285
Population
3481
People / sq mi
$96,780
Median Income
$409,000
Median Home Value
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Smyrna covers 16.2 sq mi of land at 3481 people per square mile.
About Smyrna, GA
What sets Smyrna apart is where people work — remote work is unusually prominent here, at 28.5% versus 14.0% nationally. With 56,285 residents, Smyrna is a city in Georgia. It ranks #17 among cities in Georgia by population.
The typical household here earns about $96,780, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.7%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $409,000, with typical rent around $1,682.
About 59.0% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. An unusually large 28.5% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Smyrna — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Smyrna city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Smyrna city had a population of 51,140 in 2010 and 57,177 in 2024, a 11.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 57,177 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.80%.
57,177
Population (2024)
51,140
Population (2010)
57,177
Peak (2024)
0.80%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 51,140 |
| 2011 | 51,636 |
| 2012 | 52,322 |
| 2013 | 53,074 |
| 2014 | 54,419 |
| 2015 | 55,583 |
| 2016 | 56,246 |
| 2017 | 56,285 |
| 2018 | 56,512 |
| 2019 | 56,666 |
| 2020 | 56,167 |
| 2021 | 56,316 |
| 2022 | 56,630 |
| 2023 | 56,912 |
| 2024 | 57,177 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 44.3% |
| Black or African American | 31.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,780
Median Household Income
$63,475
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$409,000
Median Home Value
$1,682
Median Rent
56.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.0%
High School+
59.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
61.4%
Public Transit
28.5%
Work From Home
29.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
47.6%
Foreign Born
79.6%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
98.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.1% |
| Information | 9.7% |
| Construction | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Manufacturing | 5.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Smyrna, Georgia has a population of 56,285 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 17th-largest city in Georgia.
The median household income in Smyrna, Georgia is $96,780, with 6.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Smyrna, Georgia is $409,000, with median monthly rent at $1,682 and a homeownership rate of 56.7%.
The median age in Smyrna, Georgia is 35.6 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 11.8% since 2010 (51,140 → 57,177).
Smyrna city, GA Climate
Smyrna city, GA has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F) and receives about 1301 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.2°C
Avg Temp
1301
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 42° | 125 mm |
| February | 8° / 46° | 121 mm |
| March | 12° / 53° | 144 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 114 mm |
| May | 20° / 69° | 107 mm |
| June | 24° / 76° | 97 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 127 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 92 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 91 mm |
| October | 16° / 62° | 80 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 87 mm |
| December | 7° / 45° | 116 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Smyrna city, GA
The most comfortable months to visit Smyrna city, GA are typically September, May and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.