Smyth County's 2026 population is estimated at 29,037, reflecting a -0.17% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Smyth County is the 65th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 32,198 and has grown -9.82% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.4 years
Female: 47.3 years
Male: 44.9 years
There are 23,755 adults, (6,762 of whom are seniors) in Smyth County.
Female: 14,933 (50.8%)
Male: 14,487 (49.2%)
The racial composition of Smyth County includes 94.64% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 27,843 | 94.64% |
| Two or more races | 772 | 2.62% |
| Black or African American | 628 | 2.13% |
| Other race | 126 | 0.43% |
| Asian | 23 | 0.08% |
| Native American | 18 | 0.06% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 10 | 0.03% |
Smyth County 's average per capita income is $41,817. Household income levels show a median of $49,883. The poverty rate stands at 16.83%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $79,973 | - |
| Families | $66,543 | $83,333 |
| Households | $49,883 | $68,477 |
| Non Families | $26,708 | $41,799 |
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