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 178 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
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 : | 23:39:27 (7th November 2024) |
Density : | 96 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
Population growth : | 11.07% (2010-2020) |
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
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 |
- Official Website
Official website of Smith County
Smith County has 7 neighbours.
- Cherokee County county in Texas, United States
- Gregg County county in Texas, United States
- Henderson County county in Texas, United States
- Rusk County county in Texas, United States
- Upshur County county in Texas, United States
- Van Zandt County county in Texas, United States
- Wood County county in Texas, United States
- 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 |
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)
- Smith County , Tennessee county in Tennessee, United States with a population of 20,285 people.
- Smith County , Mississippi county in Mississippi, United States with a population of 15,779 people.
- Smith County , Kansas county in Kansas, United States with a population of 3,544 people.
Texas Other Counties (more counties)
County Name | Population | Title |
---|---|---|
Harris County | 4,738,253 | County in Texas, United States |
Dallas County | 2,635,888 | County in Texas, United States |
Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
Tarrant County | 2,123,347 | County in Texas, United States |
Bexar County | 2,026,823 | County in Texas, United States |
San Antonio | 1,567,118 | The seventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Antonio metropolitan area. |
Dallas | 1,343,266 | The ninth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
Travis County | 1,300,503 | County in Texas, United States |
Collin County | 1,072,069 | County in Texas, United States |
Austin | 995,484 | The eleventh most populous city in the United States and the center of the Austin metropolitan area. |
Fort Worth | 927,720 | The twelfth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. |
Denton County | 919,324 | County in Texas, United States |
Montopolis | 912,791 | A neighborhood located in Austin, Texas. |
Hidalgo County | 875,200 | County in New Mexico, United States |
El Paso County | 841,286 | County in Texas, United States |
Fort Bend County | 839,706 | County in Texas, United States |