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Smithfield Township

  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Town in North Carolina
  • 13 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B-
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      B-
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Smithfield Township is located in North Carolina with a population of 18,801. Smithfield Township is in Johnston County. Living in Smithfield Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Smithfield Township there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Smithfield Township and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Smithfield Township are above average.
    About Smithfield Township...
    Population
    18,801

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $136,100
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $769
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban Rural Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      43%
    • Own
      57%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      13%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      13%
    • 65+ years
      17%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      6%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      13%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      29%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      22%
      13%

    Working in Smithfield Township

    Jobs
    B
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $42,986
    National
    $55,322
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      Smithfield Township Reviews

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      I love when I live. It's a small neighborhood where everyone knows everyone. Not much goes on in the neighborhood since its small, therefore it's pretty quite. It's somewhat in the middle of nowhere, but it doesn't take long to get to a grocery store or restaurant. Overall, I think this is a great place to live and anyone would love it.
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      I have never felt unsafe where I live. It's almost impossible to ride down the road and not see a police officer driving down the road. There's not many crimes that happen in the area and if there were, I would feel safe knowing that the police would respond quickly.
      I like the town of Smithfield. It is a nice town for most parts. I technically live on the outskirts of Smithfield, but I love both parts. I plan to live here after college. For most parts, Smithfield is simple and traditional.