New Smyrna is an ancient town located on the coast of Florida. The town is a historic settlement and is the second oldest continuously occupied settlement in the U.S. Andrew Turnbull founded the town in 1768 with nearly 1,300 settlers from Greece, Italy, and Minorca. In the centuries that followed, the town lost more than half of its population due to disease and Indian raids.
The city has a population of approximately 23,199. The city is governed by the ward system. The ward map outlines the city's boundaries. Residents commute to work at an average rate of 29 minutes, which is lower than the average Atlanta commute of 30.3 minutes. Moreover, the city has a vibrant arts scene, including Harris House, Little Theatre, and Arts on Douglas.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of New Smyrna City is 13,9% younger than the state's median age. Twenty-four to forty-four year-olds made up 17.9% of the population, while people aged 45 to 64 made up 31.6% of the population was over 65 years old. The gender ratio is 52.9% male and 47.9% female.
The city's residents require a Florida driver's license to drive on the streets. The town is served by Interstates 4 and 95 and local roads. Residents commute by car in about 25 minutes. In addition to banks, residents can choose from Bank of America, Regions Bank, SunTrust, and AdventHealth New Smyrna. Those who live in New Smyrna City can also access the online banking services provided by Bank of America, Regions Bank, and AdventHealth New Smyrna.