Smith County's 2026 population is estimated at 255,363, reflecting a 1.24% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Smith County is the 22nd largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 210,407 and has grown 21.37% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 37.5 years
Female: 38.3 years
Male: 36.4 years
There are 183,255 adults, (42,158 of whom are seniors) in Smith County.
Female: 124,666 (51.6%)
Male: 117,074 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Smith County includes 66.45% White, 16.3% Black or African American, 4.59% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 160,640 | 66.45% |
| Black or African American | 39,393 | 16.3% |
| Two or more races | 25,254 | 10.45% |
| Other race | 11,099 | 4.59% |
| Asian | 4,265 | 1.76% |
| Native American | 991 | 0.41% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 98 | 0.04% |
Smith County 's average per capita income is $45,020. Household income levels show a median of $74,192. The poverty rate stands at 11.57%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,143 | $132,062 |
| Families | $89,806 | $115,626 |
| Households | $74,192 | $97,956 |
| Non Families | $40,148 | $54,280 |
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