Smithfield, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Johnston County County
Smithfield, NC
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 $37,827 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,031. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Smithfield is $217,000 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,708. Median rent is $601/month, with 33.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Smithfield reports 498 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,571/100K.
Education
26.0% of adults in Smithfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 78.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Smithfield has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). 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 43.