Fort Smith, NT — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $120,000

60% higher than US avg

Home Value $262,000

7% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.0%

61% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,200

3% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.2%

18% lower than US avg

Unemployment 7.4%

106% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.1%

43% lower than US avg

How Fort Smith Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,248

Median Age38.4 yrs

Density64/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

Median Income$120,000

Per Capita$67,400

Unemployment7.4%

Poverty7.1%

Commute13 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$262,000

Rent$1,200

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units880

Rent Burden9.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking8.9%

Depression4.1%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp27°F (-3°C)

AQI27 (Good)

Rain14.0 in/yr

Sunny Days311/yr

Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.0%

High School+19.2%

Graduate+5.9%

Community

Commute13 min

Broadband94.0%

Is Fort Smith a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Smith receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fort Smith offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Smith is $120,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 60% above $75,149. This places Fort Smith among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Smith is $262,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fort Smith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -12°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 311 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Fort Smith has a population of 2,248 with a density of 64 people per square mile, spread across 35.2 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52% male. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 1.1% Black, 3.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.1% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,248

Total Population

2021 Census

People / sq mi

38.4yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

35.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Smith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	87.1%
	11% above US avg
Spanish	2.7%
	80% below US avg
Other Languages	10.2%

Social Characteristics

Fort Smith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Smith is $120,000, which is 60% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fort Smith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$120,000
	60% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$67,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.4%
	106% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.1%
	43% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.9 min
Drive Alone	72.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Smith is $262,000, 7% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,200 (3% above the national average of $1,163). There are 880 total housing units in the city. 9.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$262,000
	7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,200
	3% above US avg
Rent Burden	9.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	63.1%
Renter-Occupied	37.5%
Housing Units	880

Property Tax

In Fort Smith, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Fort Smith vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.2%
	18% below US avg
Diabetes	5.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.0%
Physical Inactivity	76.3%
Depression	4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Fort Smith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -12°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — a wide seasonal temperature swing of 73°F. The area gets 311 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

-12°F Jan (-24°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	27.2°F
	50% below US avg
January Average	-12°F (-24°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	311 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	14.0 inches
	63% below US avg
Snowfall	5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	27.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	89.5%

Geography

Elevation	682 ft (208 m)
Area	35.2 sq mi (91.2 km²)
Population Density	64/sq mi
Coordinates	60.0044°N, 111.8887°W
Timezone	America/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	-12°F (-24°C)	0.7 in	Coldest
February	-4°F (-20°C)	0.5 in
March	9°F (-13°C)	0.4 in	Driest
April	30°F (-1°C)	0.5 in
May	45°F (7°C)	1.1 in
June	57°F (14°C)	1.9 in
July	61°F (16°C)	2.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	58°F (14°C)	2.2 in
September	46°F (8°C)	1.6 in
October	32°F (-0°C)	1.2 in
November	11°F (-12°C)	0.9 in
December	-6°F (-21°C)	0.7 in

Fort Smith has a seasonal temperature swing of 73°F — from -12°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and March the driest (0.4").

13.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 72% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.0%
	61% below US avg
High School+	19.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	64/sq mi
Total Area	35.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.9 min
Drive Alone	72.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Fort Smith

What is the population of Fort Smith?

Fort Smith has a population of 2,248 residents and is located in Northwest Territories. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 35.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52% male.

Is Fort Smith expensive to live in?

Fort Smith is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $120,000, 60% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $262,000 (7% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,200 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Fort Smith?

Fort Smith has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average -12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Fort Smith?

The unemployment rate in Fort Smith is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average commute time is 13 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fort Smith?

The median home value in Fort Smith is $262,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,200.

How are the schools in Fort Smith?

13.0% of adults in Fort Smith hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 19.2% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fort Smith?

The obesity rate in Fort Smith is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Fort Smith?

The average commute in Fort Smith is 13 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fort Smith?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fort Smith is 95.3% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 3.2% Asian. 87.1% of residents speak only English at home. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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