New Smyrna Beach
City in Volusia County, Florida
New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, with 30,142 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 7 ft (2 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Glencoe, 1.3 miles SW.
- 30,142residents (2020 Census)
- 7 ftelevation · 2 m
- 38.0 sq miland area · 98.5 km²
- 793 / sq mipopulation density
- 32132main ZIP code (2 in total)
About New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. The downtown section of the city is located on the west side of the Indian River and the Indian River Lagoon system. The Coronado Beach Bridge crosses the Intracoastal Waterway just south of Ponce de Leon Inlet, connecting the mainland with the beach on the coastal barrier island. The population was 30,142 at the 2020 census; according to 2023 census estimates, the city is estimated to have a population of 32,655.
The surrounding area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation; these include fishing, sailing, motorboating, golfing, and hiking. Visitors participate in water sports of all kinds, including swimming, scuba diving, kitesurfing, and surfing. In July 2009, New Smyrna Beach was ranked number nine on the list of "best surf towns" in Surfer. It was recognized as one of the "world's top 20 surf towns" by National Geographic in 2012. It has also been dubbed the "shark attack capital of the world."
New Smyrna Beach's motto is cygnus inter anates, which is Latin for "a swan among ducks."
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Living in New Smyrna Beach
- Median household income
- $83,865
- Median home value
- $395,300
- Median rent
- $1,712/mo
- Median age
- 57.8
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New Smyrna Beach had 30,142 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 30,142 |
|---|---|
| Density | 793 per sq mi (306 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
New Smyrna Beach at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Volusia County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 30,142 (2020) |
| Land area | 38.03 sq mi (98.5 km²) |
| Water area | 3.51 sq mi (9.10 km²) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.0294° N, 80.9549° W |
| ZIP codes | 32132, 32168 |
| Official website | cityofnsb.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1248625 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near New Smyrna Beach
- Glencoe1.3 mi SW
- Ponce Inlet4.3 mi N
- Edgewater5.1 mi S
- Samsula-Spruce Creek6.7 mi W
- Port Orange6.8 mi NW
- Daytona Beach Shores9.9 mi N
- South Daytona9.9 mi N
- Oak Hill12.8 mi SE
- Daytona Beach14.1 mi NW
- Holly Hill15.9 mi N
- Lake Helen17.0 mi W
- Deltona17.7 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about New Smyrna Beach
What county is New Smyrna Beach in?
New Smyrna Beach is in Volusia County, Florida.
What is the population of New Smyrna Beach, FL?
30,142 people lived in New Smyrna Beach at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of New Smyrna Beach, FL?
The main ZIP code is 32132. Other ZIP codes: 32168.
What is the elevation of New Smyrna Beach?
7 feet (2 m) above sea level.
What towns are near New Smyrna Beach?
Glencoe (1.3 mi), Ponce Inlet (4.3 mi), Edgewater (5.1 mi), Samsula-Spruce Creek (6.7 mi), Port Orange (6.8 mi).
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