Smith County, Texas

Smith County: County in Texas, United States

About

Smith County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 209,714 and a population density of 85 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 235,806 inhabitants. Its county seat is Tyler. The county was created 177 years ago in 1845.

Smith County is located in northeastern Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 234,906 making it the 16th most populous county in Texas. The county seat is Tyler.

History

Early history

Smith County was established in 1846 and named for James Smith, a general during the Texas Revolution. Tyler was designated as the county seat in 1846.

Growth

The county economy was initially agricultural. In the 1930s, oil was discovered which boosted growth. The population has risen steadily over the decades.

Economy

Oil and gas

Oil and gas extraction and production continues to be a major industry. Tyler is home to many energy sector companies and services.

Healthcare

With a range of hospitals and clinics, the healthcare industry is a top employer. Facilities include Trinity Mother Frances Hospitals.

Education

The University of Texas at Tyler and Tyler Junior College contribute significantly to the local economy and employment.

Attractions

Top attractions include:

  • Caldwell Zoo - zoo with over 2,000 animals
  • Goodman-LeGrand House and Museum - antebellum plantation home
  • Rose Garden - 14-acre municipal rose garden with over 38,000 roses
Smith County locator map
Location of Smith County on Texas map.

Quick Facts about Smith County

Population : 235,806 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Texas (United States)
Different from : Smyth County, Smith County, Smith County, Smith County
Area : 2459 km2
Water as percent of area : 3%
Land as percent of area : 97%
Named for : James Smith
Official language : English
Altitude : 509 feet / 155 meters
Capital : Tyler
Establishment : January 01, 1846
Time Zone : Central Time Zone
Local time : 03:03:57 (29th November 2023)
Density : 96 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 11.07% (2010-2020)
Smith County TX Courthouse IMG 0533 image
Smith County TX Courthouse IMG 0533
Smith County TX Courthouse IMG 0533 image
Smith County TX Courthouse IMG 0533 image

Geography

Smith County is located at 32°22'30"N 95°16'9"W (32.3750400, -95.2691800). It has 7 neighbors: Cherokee County, Gregg County, Henderson County, Rusk County, Upshur County, Van Zandt County and Wood County.

Smith County map

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The largest city of Smith County is Tyler with a population of 108,222. Other cities include, Whitehouse population 9,108, Lindale population 6,730, Hideaway population 3,208 and Troup population 2,064. See all Smith County cities & populated places.

Smith County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Smith County.

City Name Population Title
Tyler 108,222 The most populous city in Smith County, Texas.
Whitehouse 9,108 City in Smith County, Texas, United States
Lindale 6,730 Human settlement in Smith County, Texas, United States of America
Bullard 3,891 Town of the United States
Hideaway 3,208 City in Texas
Troup 2,064 American city
Arp 1,046 City in Smith County, Texas, United States
New Chapel Hill 667 City in Smith County, Texas, United States
Winona 617 Town in Texas, United States

Smith County has 7 neighbours.

  • Tyler

Demographics

The population of Smith County increased by 11.07% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 209,714 - census
2011 212,764 1.43% estimation process
2012 214,811 0.95% estimation process
2013 216,475 0.77% estimation process
2014 219,642 1.44% estimation process
2015 222,390 1.24% estimation process
2016 225,161 1.23% estimation process
2017 227,195 0.9% estimation process
2018 229,749 1.11% estimation process
2019 232,751 1.29% estimation process
2020 235,806 1.3% estimation process

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People born in Smith County (6)

People born in Smith County, including football player Terrence McGee, writer Dorothy Scarborough, actor Everett Brown, .

List

  • Kevin Eltife (Tyler, Texas politician) he was born in 01/03/1959
  • Sugaray Rayford he was born in 13/02/1969
  • Mallorie Rodak she was born in 16/08/1987

Other places with the same name (4)

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Dallas 1,343,266 The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area.
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Austin 995,484 The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area.
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