Smithfield, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,798 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,827 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
65.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$217,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$483 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnston County
1
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnston County
2
Raleigh-Cary Metro Area
1
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 41
Feb 3 0 44
Mar 4 0 51
Apr 3 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 78
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 3 0 52
Dec 3 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, NC State Senate District 10, NC State House District 28, NC
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Schools

Smithfield Middle
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Smithfield-Selma High
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
South Smithfield Elementary
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Johnston Community College
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Wake Technical Community College
22 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Johnston Health
1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Cherry Hospital
21 miles, SE
Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital
22 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pitt-Greenville Airport
55 miles, E • 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
64 miles, S • 1 star
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