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Smyrna, DE
Smyrna · DE 19977
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$380K
Median Price
18/100
Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
35 min
to Wilmington, Delaware
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
B+Schools
81/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Smyrna is a solid, family‑friendly suburb with good schools and low flood risk. It’s very car‑dependent and lacks nightlife, but the median income and property values are reasonable for the area.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated public schools (average 8.1/10), Strong owner‑occupancy rate (≈83%), Low flood risk (Zone X), Reasonably affordable median home price for the region
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 18 – most errands need a car; Limited public transit options; Nightlife and dining are sparse; Property taxes and insurance can be above the state average
- $High property tax bills
- $Home insurance premiums due to storm risk
- $Maintenance costs for older single‑family homes
Best For
FamiliesSuburban livingCommuters to WilmingtonGood schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Smyrna, DE
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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