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Smithfield, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Henry County County
Smithfield, KY
At a Glance
How Smithfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Smithfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Smithfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Smithfield residents earn a median household income of $49,688 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,889. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 404 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Smithfield is $165,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $359,461. Median rent is $869/month, with 22.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Smithfield reports 40 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 874/100K.
Education
1.9% of adults in Smithfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Smithfield has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 290 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.