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Smithton, PA

Pennsylvania · Westmoreland County · Metropolitan Area

Smithton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 388. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
388 Population 3,880/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $28,930 per capita
$104,800 Home Value $138,704 Zillow
$859 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,800 home value, $859/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $859
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.0%
166% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density3,880/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,930
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty33.0%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,800
Rent$859
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,704
Housing Units177
Rent Burden24.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation790 ft (241 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Smithton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithton is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Smithton has a population of 388 with a density of 3,880 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

388
Total Population
3,880
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithton is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Smithton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.0%
166% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithton is $104,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,800
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$859
26% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
Smithton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation790 ft (241 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,880/sq mi
Coordinates40.1538°N, 79.7417°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWestmoreland County County
County FIPS42129
Smithton is located in Westmoreland County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,880/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyWestmoreland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home12.2%

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