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Smithville, AR

Arkansas

Smithville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 106. Residents earn $62,917 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
106 Population 158/sq mi density
$62,917 Median Income $27,114 per capita
$94,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,917
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,917
Per Capita$27,114
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$580M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units33
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking18.7%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute41 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries4

Is Smithville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Smithville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithville is $62,917, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithville is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Smithville has a population of 106 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

106
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Smithville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithville is $62,917, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Smithville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,917
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,114
Avg Weekly Wage$740
IRS Avg AGI$46,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare47
Retail70
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithville is $94,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,000
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.2%
Housing Units33
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Smithville, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.5%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death12,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access42.9%
Healthcare Facilities47
Smithville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates36.0799°N, 91.3027°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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