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Background: The smart city concept has become a central framework in contemporary urban governance; however, empirical research predominantly focuses on large metropolitan areas, while small municipalities remain comparatively underexplored. This study examines how citizens of Ivanić-Grad perceive and use smart applications and how these patterns relate to its smart city transition. Methods: A quantitative survey was conducted in 2024 on a convenience sample of 100 residents of Ivanić-Grad. The questionnaire included closed-ended questions on sociodemographic characteristics, awareness and use of smart applications, and attitudes toward further digitalization of local public services. Descriptive statistics, χ2 tests of independence, and correlation analysis based on composite indices were applied. Results: The findings reveal statistically significant associations between gender and the use of smart applications (χ2 = 5.76; p = 0.016) and between age and the perceived importance of smart applications (χ2 = 8.42; p = 0.014). No significant association was identified between education level and application use. Composite index analysis further demonstrated a moderate positive correlation between digital engagement and the perceived importance of smart services (ρ = 0.418; p < 0.001), indicating that experiential interaction with digital services is closely linked to their perceived relevance. Conclusions: The results suggest that smart service adoption in small urban contexts is shaped less by formal educational attainment and more by behavioral engagement and perceived usefulness. The case of Ivanić-Grad highlights the importance of citizen-oriented, accessibility-focused digital leadership strategies in sustaining inclusive smart city development.