Smithton, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $51,875

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $87,500

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.3%

61% lower than US avg

Median Rent $920

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.6%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.4%

89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population509

Median Age36.7 yrs

Density1,697/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median Income$51,875

Per Capita$26,007

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty1.4%

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$87,500

Rent$920

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$241,260

Housing Units223

Rent Burden37.0%

Health

Obesity34.6%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking17.6%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.3%

High School+88.0%

Graduate+4.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute31 min

Broadband93.8%

Is Smithton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Smithton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithton is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithton is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Smithton has a population of 509 with a density of 1,697 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 84.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

509

Total Population

1,697

People / sq mi

36.7yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.1%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.9%
	78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithton is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,007 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 2.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Smithton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,875
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.4%
	89% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.1 min
Drive Alone	93.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithton is $87,500, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,260, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 223 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 37.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$87,500
	69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$241,260

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$920
	21% below US avg
Rent Burden	37.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.6%
Renter-Occupied	12.4%
Housing Units	223
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Smithton, 34.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 31.0% have high blood pressure. 17.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.9% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.6%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	31.0%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.6%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.9%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	61.5%

Food & Exercise

Smithton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.4°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	28°F (-2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.5 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	886 ft (270 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	1,697/sq mi
Coordinates	38.6800°N, 93.0930°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	28°F (-2°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	34°F (1°C)	1.6 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.1 in
April	55°F (13°C)	3.8 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.7 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.9 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.2 in

Smithton has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F — from 28°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (1.4").

13.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet access. 93% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.3%
	61% below US avg
High School+	88.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.6%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,697/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.1 min
Drive Alone	93.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Smithton

What is the population of Smithton?

Smithton has a population of 509 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,697 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Smithton expensive to live in?

Smithton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,500 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Smithton?

Smithton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Smithton?

The job market in Smithton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 2.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Smithton?

The median home value in Smithton is $87,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,260. For renters, the median monthly rent is $920. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Smithton?

Schools in Smithton score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.3% of adults in Smithton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Smithton?

The obesity rate in Smithton is 34.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.6% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Smithton?

The average commute in Smithton is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 93% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Smithton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Smithton is 94.9% White, 2.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 84.9% have health insurance coverage.

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