Southeast

Smithfield

Johnston County, NC

Population

11,527

Walk Score

64 · Somewhat Walkable

Median rent

$618

Median home value

$192,200

Founded

1777

On the National Register

Historic districts

  • Brooklyn Historic District · listed 2000
  • Downtown Smithfield Historic District · listed 1993
  • North Smithfield Historic District · listed 2000

Notable landmarks

  • Atkinson-Smith House · listed 1975
  • Hood Brothers Building · listed 1986
  • Hood-Strickland House · listed 1990
  • Johnston County Courthouse · listed 1979
  • Smithfield Masonic Lodge · listed 2007
  • Smithfield National Guard Armory
  • US Post Office, Former · listed 1993
  • Watson-Sanders House · listed 2001

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