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Smithville, MO

Missouri

Smithville is a small city in Missouri with a population of 10,552. Residents earn $99,925 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
10,552 Population 653/sq mi density
$99,925 Median Income $40,542 per capita
$272,500 Home Value $366,247 Zillow
$977 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
66 Violent Crime/100K 947 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,925 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$272,500 home value, $977/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
66 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,925
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $272,500
3% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 66/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.7%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $977
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,552
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,925
Per Capita$40,542
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.6%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$272,500
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,247
Housing Units3,797
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

F
Violent66/100K
Property947/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary165/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.0%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation817 ft (249 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.7%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.1%
EV Stations3

Is Smithville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. 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 $99,925, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Smithville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithville is $272,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Smithville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 947 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

29.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Smithville has a population of 10,552 with a density of 653 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 9.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,552
Total Population
653
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithville is $99,925, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,542. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% 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 29 minutes. 10.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Smithville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,925
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithville is $272,500, 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,247, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% 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 3,797 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1995. 24.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$272,500
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,247
Median List Price$392,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$392,400
$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops42.1%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$977
16% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.1%
Housing Units3,797
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

In Smithville, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 31.1% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 22.2% are physically inactive. 25.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits66.6%

Food & Exercise

Smithville has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 33.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 33.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 947 per 100,000, 52% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 749, burglary at 165, vehicle theft at 33 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Smithville receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent66.1/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape33.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault33.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property946.7/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary165.1/100K
Theft748.6/100K
Vehicle Theft33.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Smithville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (41.9 km²)
Population Density653/sq mi
Coordinates39.3869°N, 94.5811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.6 in
July 78°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.8 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 1.6 in

Smithville has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.1").

29.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 12% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 8.4% 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. 94.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. 82.1% 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+29.7%
12% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score5.51
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density653/sq mi
Total Area16.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.1%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Smithville

What is the population of Smithville?

Smithville has a population of 10,552 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 653 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Smithville expensive to live in?

Smithville 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 $99,925, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $272,500 (3% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Smithville safe?

Smithville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 947 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Smithville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Smithville?

Smithville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Smithville?

The job market in Smithville is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 10.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Smithville?

The median home value in Smithville is $272,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,247. For renters, the median monthly rent is $977. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Smithville?

Schools in Smithville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.7% of adults in Smithville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Smithville?

The obesity rate in Smithville is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 22.2% are physically inactive. 25.0% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate).

What is transportation like in Smithville?

The average commute in Smithville is 29 minutes. 82.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Smithville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Smithville is 95.7% White. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 9.6% of the population are military veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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