Smyrna, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
13,031 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,473 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$273,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$520 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,273 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 33
Feb 3 6 36
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 14, DE State Representative District 28, DE
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Schools

Smyrna Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Moore (John Bassett) School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
North Smyrna Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Smyrna Middle School
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Delaware State University
8 miles, S • 1.9 star
Wesley College
10 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Salem Medical Center
22 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
44 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
56 miles, E • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
80 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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