Median Income
$49,688
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$869
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
17.8%
44% higher than US avg
How Smithfield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population164
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,171/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B
Median Income$49,688
Per Capita$21,889
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$476M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$359,461
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation904 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.50
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries2
Is Smithfield a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Smithfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Smithfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Smithfield is $49,688, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Smithfield is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Smithfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Smithfield has a population of 164 with a density of 1,171 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.
Population
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Smithfield vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Smithfield vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Smithfield is $49,688, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Smithfield vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,688 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,889 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,623 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 404 |
| County GDP | $476M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 21 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.03% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
The median home value in Smithfield is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,461.
Home Values
| Census Median | $165,000 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $359,461 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $869 |
| 25% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,344 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.03% |
Health Metrics: Smithfield vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 65.1% |
| |
| Premature Death | 12,702/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 21.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 21 |
Crime Rates: Smithfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Smithfield has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.2°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.9 inches |
| 39% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 904 ft (276 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3866°N, 85.2548°W |
| County FIPS | 21103 |