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Smyrna, TN

Located approximately 20 minutes from Nashville, Smyrna, TN is a family-friendly town with many amenities including great outdoor activities and historic sites. Smyrna was named one the top ten cities to retire by US News & World Report.  A great greenway system, golf course, a low property tax rate and access to Percy Priest make Smyrna a draw for those seeking an active lifestyle. This vibrant, growing community of more than 40,000 residents is home to a Nissan factory, the city’s largest private employer. Motlow State Community College offers secondary education opportunities and TriStar Stone Crest Medical Center provides top notch health care. Smyrna is the 15th largest city in Tennessee, but its property taxes are the third lowest in the state.

Weather in Smyrna, TN

Average Temperatures

70 high / 45 low

Average Annual Rainfall

54 in

Average Annual Snowfall

6 in

Quick Facts about Smyrna, Tennessee

Median Home Value
$289,091
Median Property Tax
$2,520
Total Population
58,083
Average Commute
24 min
Median Household Income
$76,888
Median Monthly Rent
$994

Map of Smyrna, TN

Experiences & Adventures in Smyrna, TN

Percy Priest Lake in Rutherford County, TN

Explore 8 Fun Things to Do in Rutherford County, TN

If you're taking a day trip to Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, be sure to add these attractions to your to-do list.

Rutherford County has an amazing music scene.

Noteworthy Nights: Enjoy Live Music in Rutherford County

County's vibrant music scene entertains residents and visitors alike.

Soccer in Rutherford County, TN

Recreation in Rutherford County: Fun in the Sun

Rutherford County offers plenty of opportunities to stay active (and have fun!).

Food Scenes in Smyrna, TN

Alley on Main in Murfreesboro, TN

Fill Your Day with Great Places to Eat in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County

Whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner (or all of the above!), get ready to savor the flavors of Middle Tennessee.

The Print Shop Restaurant in Smyrna, TN

Meet The Print Shop: A New Restaurant in Smyrna, TN

An old printing press building roars back to life with this bar and grill in Middle Tennessee.

Rutherford County TN

Meet the Small Town in Tennessee Serving Up Big Brews

An elaborate brewery complex and new Sazerac distillery raise the spirits of Rutherford County.

Healthy Places in Smyrna, TN

Heather Dunlap of Murfreesboro Medical Clinic and Surgicenter

Rutherford County Offers Top-Notch Health Care for Women

Meet three health care providers in Rutherford County who deliver excellent specialized services.

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic

Rutherford County Provides Residents With High-Quality Health Care

The Rutherford County region is offering ever-improving health care services.

Hospital exterior

Find Top-Notch Health Care in Rutherford County, TN

Excellent services and growing facilities abound all around the region.

Make Your Move to Smyrna, TN

Rutherford Co. TN

Four Neighborhoods That Will Make You Want to Move to Rutherford County Right Now

There is a neighborhood perfect for everyone in Rutherford County.

Smyrna, TN: Where to Live Now

Enjoy the charming downtowns of Rutherford County, TN.

Newcomers: Moving to Rutherford County is a Great Decision

Residents share what makes this growing Middle Tennessee region a great place to live, work and play.

5 Reasons to Move to Rutherford County, TN

Learn why it may be time to make a move to this thriving county in Middle Tennessee.

A couple walks across a wooden bridge over the West Fork Stones River on the greenway trail in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Find Your Ideal Hometown in Rutherford County, TN

From local cafes and breweries to shops galore, Rutherford County has something for everyone.

Education, Careers and Opportunity in Smyrna, TN

MTSU has a well-known concrete industry management program.

Concrete in Space? MTSU Students Are Working Toward Goal

University's Concrete Industry Management program teams up with an Alabama technical college to explore 3D printing solutions.

An interactive event at Murfreesboro City Schools

Score an Excellent Education in Rutherford County

Top-rated schools put this Middle Tennessee region at the head of the class.

ICEE in La Vergne, TN

Rutherford County: The Perfect Place to Do Business

A great educational system, welcoming community, solid infrastructure and innovative spirit are drawing companies to relocate to Rutherford County.

Smyrna, TN: Love Where You Live

Artist Sisavanh Phouthavong-Houghton at her home studio in Murfreesboro

Creative Talents Flourish Throughout Rutherford County, TN

Rutherford county offers a thriving arts scene for painters, musicians and more.

Former Rutherford County Principal Turns to a New Career in the Restaurant Industry

Eagleville resident Bill Tollett fulfilled his retirement dream of opening his own restaurant.

murfreesboro mural

Creativity Transforms Rutherford County into a Colorful Canvas

An active cultural scene has this Middle Tennessee region sparkling with public art.

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