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Smithville, TN

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Population
5,620
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,030 ft
Median Home Value
$194,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$740/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$33,192
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Smithville

Smithville is a welcoming small town of around 5,000 residents set in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee. Serving as the seat of DeKalb County, daily life centers around a classic courthouse square lined with local businesses, diners, and county offices. It offers a relaxed, rural pace while keeping everyday essentials close at hand. Highway 70 runs right through town, and quick access to Interstate 40 makes trips to Nashville or nearby Cookeville an easy drive.

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Outdoor recreation and Appalachian heritage are at the heart of the community. Center Hill Lake sits just minutes away, giving locals easy access to boating, fishing, and lakeside hiking trails. Every July, the downtown square comes alive during the long-running Smithville Fiddlers' Jamboree and Crafts Festival, drawing musicians and artisans from across the region. With quiet neighborhoods, local schools, and a friendly atmosphere, Smithville is an appealing spot for anyone looking to settle into small-town Tennessee living.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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