Smithfield town, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Smithfield town, West Virginia Demographics
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High PovertyPoverty rate of 46.0% is well above the state average

As of 2026, Smithfield town, West Virginia has a total population of 111, the 381st largest city in West Virginia, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 46.0%.

Key Takeaways

More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (46.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 5.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Smithfield town Quick Facts

Population 111

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 46.0%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 44.9 years

Homeownership Rate 62.3%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 5.4%

High School Graduation Rate 78.5%

Diversity Index 4/100

Population 111 381st of 430

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 46.0% 269% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Smithfield town Compares

Median Household Income

$57,917

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$155,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 44.3%

$25K-$50K 11.5%

$50K-$100K 44.3%

$100K+ 0.0%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7% | National: 5.2%

24.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 62.3%

Renter 37.7%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.2%

18-34

19.8%

35-54

19.8%

55-74

35.1%

75+

9.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 18 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Smithfield town Rankings in West Virginia

#381 Population of 430

N/A Median Income of 430

#326 Education of 430

N/A Home Value of 430

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Cities Similar to Smithfield town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Dorothy CDP	112	N/A	N/A	32.7%	22.3%
Burlington CDP	109	$99,028	$286,500	40.6%	0.0%
Century CDP	107	$36,136	$105,500	0.0%	0.0%
Valley Head CDP	107	N/A	$74,400	3.7%	0.0%
Friendly town	116	$55,833	$102,100	4.8%	27.6%

Population Overview

Smithfield town is a small community located in West Virginia. The total population is 111. It ranks as the 381st most populous out of 430 cities and towns in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Smithfield town is 44.9 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 46.0%. This is 176% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. 62.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Smithfield town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.2% of all residents.

Education

5.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% lower than the state rate of 23.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Smithfield town, West Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against West Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 430 Census-designated places in West Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Smithfield town, West Virginia?

Smithfield town, West Virginia has a population of 111 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Smithfield town, WV?

The median household income in Smithfield town is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Smithfield town, WV?

The poverty rate in Smithfield town is 46.0%. This means approximately 51 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Smithfield town, West Virginia?

Smithfield town's population is 98.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Smithfield town, WV?

The median home value in Smithfield town is N/A.

How educated is Smithfield town, West Virginia?

5.4% of adults (25+) in Smithfield town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.