Smithville, Mississippi Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Smithville, Mississippi had a total population of 559, the 253rd largest town in Mississippi, with a median household income of $43,603, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 8.1% is notably above the national average.
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 | 565 | 559 | -1.1% |
| Median household income | $40,268 | $43,603 | +8.3% |
| Median home value | $91,200 | $112,000 | +22.8% |
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: 56 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Smithville Rankings in Mississippi
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Other Cities in Monroe County
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview | 596 | N/A | N/A | 13.8% | 10.1% |
| Wheeler | 524 | N/A | $184,000 | 33.5% | 0.0% |
| Benoit | 509 | N/A | $83,100 | 11.7% | 38.3% |
| Sherman | 545 | $52,404 | $158,900 | 14.2% | 22.8% |
| Shubuta | 553 | $55,000 | $85,700 | 6.2% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 559, 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 Mississippi, within Monroe County. The total population is 559. It ranks as the 253rd most populous out of 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi.
Age Demographics
The median age in Smithville is 34.7 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Smithville is $43,603. This is 23% lower than the state median of $56,447. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The unemployment rate is 8.1%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $112,000. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $169,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Smithville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Smithville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.5% vs 55.2%).
Education
11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Smithville, Mississippi 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 Mississippi state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 420 Census-designated places in Mississippi. 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, Mississippi?
Smithville, Mississippi has a population of 559 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Smithville, MS?
The median household income in Smithville is $43,603, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Smithville, MS?
The poverty rate in Smithville is 15.0%. This means approximately 84 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Smithville, Mississippi?
Smithville's population is 94.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Smithville, MS?
The median home value in Smithville is $112,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Smithville, Mississippi?
11.3% of adults (25+) in Smithville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.