Median Income
$70,750
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$186,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Smithville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,339
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,080/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,750
Per Capita$35,664
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$8,952M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$186,000
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,742
Health
Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Elevation1,074 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute16 min
Libraries9
Is Smithville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Smithville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Smithville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Smithville is $70,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Smithville is $186,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Smithville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Smithville has a population of 1,339 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Smithville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Smithville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Smithville is $70,750, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.
Income: Smithville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,750 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,664 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,108 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,897 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,024 |
| County GDP | $8,952M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 192 |
| Healthcare | 244 |
| Retail | 370 |
| Manufacturing | 282 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,677 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.51% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
The median home value in Smithville is $186,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,742.
Home Values
| Census Median | $186,000 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,742 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $174 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $953 |
| 18% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,677 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.51% |
In Smithville, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Smithville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.8% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,918/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 244 |
Crime Rates: Smithville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Smithville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.9 inches |
| 3% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,074 ft (327 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,080/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8625°N, 81.8605°W |
| County FIPS | 39169 |