What are the schools like in Smithfield, PA?

Smithfield is served primarily by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.

What is the median household income in Smithfield?

The median household income in Smithfield, PA is $74,333 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.7%.

What is the weather like in Smithfield, PA?

Smithfield has an average high temperature of 38.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Smithfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Smithfield's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Smithfield is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $151,300 and the median rent is $828 per month.

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

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

Is Smithfield, PA a Good Place to Live?

Smithfield is a small town of 1,128 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $74,333 and a 8.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Smithfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

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: 94.4

Smithfield's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Smithfield costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Smithfield, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$151,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$828	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$74,333	$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

Smithfield is served primarily by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Smithfield, PA	National Avg
School District	Albert Gallatin Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Smithfield sees average highs of 38.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July, with 42.1 inches of annual precipitation and 18.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Smithfield, PA
Average High — January	38.6°F
Average High — July	84.4°F
Annual Precipitation	42.1"
Annual Snowfall	18.4"

Demographics

Metric	Smithfield, PA	National Avg
Population	1,128	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.8%	22.2%
65 and over	13.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fairchance, PA 3 mi Greensboro, PA 6 mi Masontown, PA 6 mi Leith-Hatfield, PA 7 mi Point Marion, PA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Smithfield

Smithfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15478

Smithfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smithfield, PA affordable or expensive?

Smithfield's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Smithfield roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $151,300 and median rent is $828/month.

What is the crime rate in Smithfield, PA?

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?

Public schools in Smithfield are operated by Albert Gallatin Area SD. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1. 19.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Smithfield, PA a good place to live?

Smithfield, PA has a population of 1,128, a median household income of $74,333, and an unemployment rate of 8.7%. 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 38.6°F in January and 84.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.1 inches with about 18.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Smithfield?

Smithfield, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15478.

What is the population of Smithfield?

The population of Smithfield, Pennsylvania is 1,128 with a median age of 39.0. 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 94 (100 = US average), median home $151,300, median household income $74,333, schools rated B-. 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.