Smithfield, WV

West Virginia

Smithfield is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 111.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
111 Population 383/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,531 per capita
N/A Home Value $64,319 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.0%
198% higher than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,531
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.0%
County GDP$1,371M
Commute55 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$64,319

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation830 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+78.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 21%
Commute55 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries4

Is Smithfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithfield receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Smithfield faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Smithfield has a population of 111 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

111
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64%
Female 36%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: Smithfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,531
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$73,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.0%
198% above US avg
Establishments (County)453
County GDP$1,371M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare39
Retail67
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,525
56% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time54.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $64,319.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$64,319

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,525
56% below US avg
In Smithfield, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.6% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Smithfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma12.6%
COPD10.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression33.6%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death15,541/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities39

Crime Rates: Smithfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Smithfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates39.4949°N, 80.5600°W
County FIPS54103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.5-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 21%

Winner: Republican by 55.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+78.5%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants34
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute54.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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