Smithtown, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Smithtown is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 168.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 125/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,399 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 67.4%
444% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age15.9 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,399
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty67.4%
County GDP$1,334M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation1,099 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+78.5%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute37 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Smithtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithtown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Smithtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 67.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

30.4% 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 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithtown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Smithtown has a population of 168 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 15.9 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (29.8%).

Population

168
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
15.9yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithtown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 67.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Smithtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,399
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$62,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate67.4%
444% above US avg
Establishments (County)798
County GDP$1,334M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare42
Retail107
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,700
23% below US avg
In Smithtown, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death12,330/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.6%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Smithtown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,099 ft (335 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates36.2331°N, 80.5712°W
County FIPS37197
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+78.5%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants60
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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