What are the schools like in Smithfield, IL?

School district data for Smithfield is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Smithfield?

The median household income in Smithfield, IL is $58,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.0%.

What is the weather like in Smithfield, IL?

Smithfield has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.3 inches.

Smithfield, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Smithfield, IL affordable or expensive?

Smithfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Smithfield is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $46,400 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Smithfield, IL?

Crime rate data for Smithfield is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Smithfield, IL a Good Place to Live?

Smithfield is a small town of 159 in Illinois, with a median household income of $58,125 and a 13.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Smithfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Smithfield is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Smithfield city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 88.6

Smithfield's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Smithfield costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Smithfield, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$46,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Smithfield is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Smithfield, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Smithfield sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July, with 38.5 inches of annual precipitation and 21.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Smithfield, IL
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	85.7°F
Annual Precipitation	38.5"
Annual Snowfall	21.3"

Demographics

Metric	Smithfield, IL	National Avg
Population	159	—
Median Age	48.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.7%	22.2%
65 and over	22.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Smithfield

Smithfield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61477

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smithfield, IL affordable or expensive?

Smithfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Smithfield roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $46,400 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Smithfield, IL?

Crime data for Smithfield is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Smithfield?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Smithfield, IL a good place to live?

Smithfield, IL has a population of 159, a median household income of $58,125, and an unemployment rate of 13.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Smithfield?

Smithfield averages 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.5 inches with about 21.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Smithfield?

Smithfield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61477.

What is the population of Smithfield?

The population of Smithfield, Illinois is 159 with a median age of 48.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Smithfield?

Key numbers for living in Smithfield: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $46,400, median household income $58,125. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Smithfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.