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Smithville, MO

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Population
11,160
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
814 ft
Median Home Value
$290,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,323/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$101,165
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MissouriPopulation rankingHighest population places in MissouriNearest larger communityGladstone, Missouri13 miles away · 27,497 residents.

About Smithville

Smithville is a city along the Little Platte River in Clay and Platte counties, Missouri, serving as a suburb of the Kansas City metropolitan area. Settled in 1822 by Humphrey 'Yankee' Smith and originally known as Smith's Mill, the community has grown to approximately 10,700 residents. The city is famous for the adjacent Smithville Lake, which offers extensive regional boating and fishing, and features the historic Aker Cemetery within its western borders.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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