North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Smithfield is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 11,798. Residents earn $37,827 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Smithfield receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Smithfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Smithfield is $37,827, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Smithfield is $217,000, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $601 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 726 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,743 per 100,000, 193% above the national average.
26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Smithfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 84.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.4% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,827 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,031 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,009 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.3% |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,104 |
| County GDP | $11,573M |
| Restaurants | 352 |
| Healthcare | 353 |
| Retail | 575 |
| Manufacturing | 117 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,488 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |
| Census Median | $217,000 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $290,117 |
| Median List Price | $297,400 |
| Median List Price | $297,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.2% |
| Price Drops | 10.8% |
| Inventory | 83 |
| Census Median Rent | $601 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,642 |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,488 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,163/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 353 |
| Total Violent | 726.4/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 25.6/100K |
| Robbery | 213.6/100K |
| Assault | 487.1/100K |
| Total Property | 5,742.6/100K |
| 193% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 880.2/100K |
| Theft | 4,683.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 179.5/100K |
| Arson | 42.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.4 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 124 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 12.7 sq mi (32.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 929/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5238°N, 78.3522°W |
| County FIPS | 37101 |
Winner: Republican by 21.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.0% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 929/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 353 |
| Restaurants | 352 |
| Retail Stores | 575 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.9% |