Smyrna
citySmyrna, Tennessee, located in Rutherford County, is a dynamic town within the Nashville metropolitan area. With a population of over 53,000 in 2020, Smyrna stands out as the largest town in Tennessee by population. The town has evolved from its agrarian roots in the early 19th century to a modern hub with a diverse economy. Smyrna's economy is anchored by manufacturing, particularly the Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant, one of the largest automotive assembly plants in the U.S.. Other key sectors include retail trade, construction, and healthcare. Major employers such as Asurion, Vi-Jon, and StoneCrest Medical Center contribute to the town's economic stability. Smyrna's history is rich with Civil War significance, particularly its role as a strategic railway station. The town is also known for the Sam Davis Plantation, a historical site honoring a Confederate soldier. Today, Smyrna offers a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, making it an attractive place to live and work.
Smyrna, Tennessee
- Classification
- Town
- FIPS Code
- 47-69420
- Country
- United States
- County
- Rutherford County
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
- Elevation
- 545 ft
- Total Area
- 34.01 sq mi
- Land Area
- 33.91 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.1 sq mi
- Latitude
- 35.97944
- Longitude
- -86.52111
- Climate
- Smyrna has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild to cold winters. Temperatures typically range from 30°F to 90°F throughout the year. Precipitation is abundant year-round.
- Neighboring Areas
- Murfreesboro · La Vergne · Nashville
- Population (2020)
- 53,070
- Est. Population (2023)
- 57,418
- Median Age
- 34.1
- Median Income
- $81,926
- Poverty Rate
- 12.5%
- Family Households
- 69%
- Owner-Occupied
- 57.4%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of Smyrna includes White (53.2%), Black or African American (18.9%), and Hispanic (17.7%) populations.
- Government Type
- Council-Manager
- Governing Body
- Town Council
- School District
- Rutherford County Schools
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Parks & Recreation
- Unemployment Rate
- 2.7%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial · Industrial
- Employment Sectors
- Manufacturing · Retail Trade · Construction · Healthcare
- Major Employers
- Nissan North America · Asurion · Vi-Jon · StoneCrest Medical Center · Taylor Farms · Square D/Schneider Electric
- School Districts
- Rutherford County Schools
- Transportation
- Interstate access · Smyrna Airport · Rail service
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Fiber/broadband
- Major Facilities
- StoneCrest Medical Center · Smyrna Airport
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Lee Victory Park · Smyrna Greenway System
- Parks & Trails
- Twelve parks · Twelve miles of trails
- Founded
- 1855
- Incorporated
- 1869
- Named After
- Ancient Smyrna
- Historical Significance
- Smyrna played a crucial role during the Civil War and has evolved into a significant manufacturing hub in Tennessee.
- Key Events
- Establishment as an agrarian community in the early 1800s · Civil War significance due to its railway station · Establishment of Sewart Air Force Base in 1941 · Construction of Nissan manufacturing plant in the 1980s