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Smithville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Smithville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 49.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
49 Population 39/sq mi density
$218,000 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $218,000
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,854
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,966M

Housing

Home Value$218,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.7%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation710 ft (216 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
CommuteN/A
Broadband24.0%
Libraries13

Is Smithville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Smithville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithville is $218,000, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Smithville has a population of 49 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

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 N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Smithville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,854
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$80,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,972
County GDP$16,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants468
Healthcare543
Retail638
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone62.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithville is $218,000, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,000
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Smithville, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:748
Dentists1:1,129
Mental Health1:324
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death10,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities543
Smithville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates40.6590°N, 89.8031°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities543
Restaurants468
Retail Stores638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone62.8%

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