Living in Smith County, Tennessee

Smith County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 19,295, part of the Nashville-Davidson-Murfreesboro-Franklin, TN MSA metro area. The main communities are Carthage, South Carthage, Gordonsville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,603/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $296K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 50°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Smith County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.