Smithfield, North Carolina Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Smithfield, North Carolina is 11,798 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 83rd-largest city in North Carolina. The median household income is $37,827, the median home value is $217,000, and the median age is 42.7.
The population has grown 15.5% since 2010 (11,092 → 12,806).
11,798
Population
929
People / sq mi
$37,827
Median Income
$217,000
Median Home Value
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Smithfield covers 12.7 sq mi of land at 929 people per square mile.
About Smithfield, NC
Among US cities, Smithfield stands out first on household income: a median of $37,827, below the US median of $78,538. With 11,798 residents, Smithfield is a city in North Carolina.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $37,827, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 24.3%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $217,000, with typical rent around $601.
Roughly 26.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 4.9%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Smithfield town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Smithfield town had a population of 11,092 in 2010 and 12,806 in 2024, a 15.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,985 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 1.11%.
12,806
Population (2024)
11,092
Population (2010)
12,985
Peak (2019)
1.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,092 |
| 2011 | 11,244 |
| 2012 | 11,338 |
| 2013 | 11,484 |
| 2014 | 11,686 |
| 2015 | 11,864 |
| 2016 | 12,098 |
| 2017 | 12,383 |
| 2018 | 12,684 |
| 2019 | 12,985 |
| 2020 | 11,373 |
| 2021 | 11,792 |
| 2022 | 12,134 |
| 2023 | 12,487 |
| 2024 | 12,806 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.0% |
| Black or African American | 26.3% |
| Asian | 0.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$37,827
Median Household Income
$27,031
Per Capita Income
24.3%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$217,000
Median Home Value
$601
Median Rent
49.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.8%
High School+
26.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
84.1%
Public Transit
4.9%
Work From Home
24.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.6%
Foreign Born
84.9%
Non-English at Home
8.3%
Veterans
24.4%
With Disability
89.2%
Health Insurance
90.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 17.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.9% |
| Construction | 8.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Retail Trade | 2.7% |
| Information | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Smithfield, North Carolina has a population of 11,798 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 83rd-largest city in North Carolina.
The median household income in Smithfield, North Carolina is $37,827, with 24.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Smithfield, North Carolina is $217,000, with median monthly rent at $601 and a homeownership rate of 49.4%.
The median age in Smithfield, North Carolina is 42.7 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 15.5% since 2010 (11,092 → 12,806).
Smithfield town, NC Climate
Smithfield town, NC has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F) and receives about 1197 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
15.7°C
Avg Temp
1197
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5° / 40° | 103 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 93 mm |
| March | 11° / 51° | 112 mm |
| April | 15° / 60° | 81 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 103 mm |
| June | 24° / 75° | 102 mm |
| July | 26° / 79° | 135 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 120 mm |
| September | 22° / 72° | 111 mm |
| October | 16° / 61° | 81 mm |
| November | 11° / 52° | 76 mm |
| December | 7° / 44° | 80 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Smithfield town, NC
The most comfortable months to visit Smithfield town, NC are typically May, September and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 32°C high). The coldest is January (near -1°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.