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Smithville, MO

Smithville is a city in Clay and Platte counties in the U.S. state of Missouri and is part of the Kansas City metropolitan area, along the Little Platte River. The population was 10,406 at the 2020 United States Census.

Smithville is located in western Clay County on the Little Platte River. The Little Platte is dammed just east of the city to form the Smithville Reservoir. U.S. Route 169 passes the west side of the city. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 15.67 square miles (40.59 km2), of which 15.56 square miles (40.30 km2) is land and 0.11 square miles (0.28 km2) is water.

Smithville is named after Humphrey "Yankee" Smith (1774 – May 5, 1857) after he settled at the site in 1822. The town was originally known as "Smith's Mill" but ultimately became "Smithville" as it was easier to pronounce. Another reputed history behind the name is that it was going to be named Smith's Mill, but there was already another current settlement in Missouri with the same name so it was altered slightly to differentiate it.

Silver Screen stars Wallace Beery and Noah Beery, Sr. were born and raised near Smithville.

The Aker Cemetery and Downtown Smithville Historic District are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The 2020 United States census counted 10,406 people, 3,647 households, and 2,864 families in Smithville. The population density was 643.9 per square mile (248.7/km2). There were 3,761 housing units at an average density of 232.7 per square mile (89.9/km2). The racial makeup was 90.77% (9,446) white, 0.72% (75) black or African-American, 0.54% (56) Native American, 0.64% (67) Asian, 0.11% (11) Pacific Islander, 0.82% (85) from other races, and 6.4% (666) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race was 0.9% (93) of the population.

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $83,400 (with a margin of error of +/- $3,840) and the median family income was $92,279 (+/- $8,943). Males had a median income of $43,881 (+/- $4,109) versus $34,508 (+/- $5,507) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $40,012 (+/- $2,416). Approximately, 2.7% of families and 6.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.8% of those under the age of 18 and 10.0% of those ages 65 or over.

Smithville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Saint Luke's North Hospital–Smithville, and Meritas Health Smithville offer a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including primary care and emergency care, ensuring convenient access to medical assistance. For those who enjoy a good workout, Anytime Fitness, Tah CrossFit, or Balance Fitness Studio provide a well-equipped gym environment. If you prefer outdoor activities, Smith Fork Campground is perfect for hiking, cycling, and enjoying nature or kayaking at Northland Outdoor Adventures. For a more holistic approach, the Excelsior Springs Hospital offers various health and wellness classes.
 

Top sites in Smithville, MO: Paradise Pointe, Smithville Lake, and Heritage Park.

Population: 10,653 (2022). ZIP code: 64089. Area code: 816. Elevation: 814 ft (248 m). Area: 15.67 square miles (40.59 km2).
 

FAQs

What is the history of Smithville, MO?

Smithville was named for Humphrey and Nancy Smith who came west with their six sons and daughter from New York state in 1822 to find land and build a home. Settling along the Little Platte River, the Smiths established Smith’s Mill, the first water-powered flour mill in Clay County. By the 1830s, a town site was laid out and Smith’s Mill became Smithville. On July 6, 1868, the town of Smithville was incorporated. 

What are the demographics of Smithville, MO?

In 2022, Smithville, MO had a population of 10.4k people with a median age of 36.3 and a median household income of $95,122. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Smithville, MO grew from 10,211 to 10,416, a 2.01% increase and its median household income grew from $90,909 to $95,122, a 4.63% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Smithville, MO are White (Non-Hispanic) (92.1%), Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (5.15%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (0.931%), White (Hispanic) (0.518%), and Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (0.49%).

Is Smithville, MO a good place to live?

Smithville is in Clay County. Living in Smithville offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Smithville, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Smithville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Smithville are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Smithville

Data USA

Niche

Paradise Pointe

Smithville Lake

Heritage Park 

Saint Luke's North Hospital–Smithville

Meritas Health Smithville

Anytime Fitness

Tah CrossFit

Balance Fitness Studio

Smith Fork Campground

Northland Outdoor Adventures

Excelsior Springs Hospital

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