Apartments for rent in Smithfield, VA

Smithfield is a small town in Virginia with a population of slightly more than 8,000. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (18%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults feature less prominently in the demographics. Renters tend to be in the minority in Smithfield, and 73% of residents own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $975/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Virginia. Each month, renters in Smithfield will save around $309 compared to the state average.

Smithfield residents have an average commute of about 30 minutes. Driving is the most common mode of getting to work, opted for by 44% of workers, while public transportation is not used extensively. Few residents commute to work on foot.

Smithfield has a relatively high number of residents older than 25 who have completed some level of post-secondary education compared to the national average (19%), as 22% possess a Bachelor's or Associate's degree. Further, 8% have a Master's degree or Doctorate. Many Smithfield residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Together, these industries make up 21% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's workers are in sales, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of around $79,000, Smithfield workers earn about $9,000 less than the average Virginia resident. However, Smithfield compares more favorably to the national average ($73,345).