Living in Smith County, Mississippi

Smith County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 16,059. The main communities are Raleigh, Taylorsville, Polkville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,603/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $150K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 60°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Smith County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.