Smithville, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Smithville, Arkansas had a total population of 88, the 533rd largest town in Arkansas. The poverty rate is 44.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Smithville Quick Facts
How Smithville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 106 | 88 | -17.0% |
| Median home value | $94,000 | $92,500 | -1.6% |
How Smithville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Smithville Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Lawrence County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Ridge | 5,434 | $45,027 | 25.6% | $117,900 |
| Hoxie | 2,618 | $35,268 | 19.0% | $87,600 |
| Black Rock | 853 | $52,019 | 30.5% | $68,700 |
| Imboden | 621 | $31,625 | 22.6% | $104,900 |
| Portia | 453 | $58,750 | 16.8% | $85,000 |
| Ravenden | 390 | $41,250 | 15.2% | $95,000 |
| Lynn | 299 | $48,889 | 4.3% | $94,500 |
| Strawberry | 285 | $43,189 | 18.3% | $150,000 |
| Powhatan | 173 | $63,409 | 26.6% | $115,600 |
| Sedgwick | 165 | $39,028 | 46.1% | $62,500 |
Cities Similar to Smithville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newhope | 88 | $33,819 | N/A | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| Hagarville | 89 | $48,953 | $104,300 | 49.1% | 0.0% |
| Warm Springs | 87 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cale | 86 | N/A | N/A | 6.5% | 8.1% |
| Jennette | 86 | $62,500 | $137,500 | 18.4% | 8.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 88, Smithville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Smithville is a small community located in Arkansas, within Lawrence County. The total population is 88. It ranks as the 533rd most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Smithville is 21.8 years. This is 43% lower than the state median of 38.5 years. With 34.1% of the population under 18, Smithville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 44.7%. This is 180% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Smithville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $92,500. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $188,000. 71.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Smithville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
11.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 79.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Smithville, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Smithville, Arkansas?
Smithville, Arkansas has a population of 88 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Smithville, AR?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Smithville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Smithville, AR?
The poverty rate in Smithville is 44.7%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Smithville, Arkansas?
Smithville's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Smithville, AR?
The median home value in Smithville is $92,500.
How educated is Smithville, Arkansas?
11.6% of adults (25+) in Smithville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.