Smiths Station Public RecordsAlabama

Smiths Station, Lee County, AL, has a homeownership rate of about 77%, with a median home value around $146,000 as of 2023. Renters make up roughly 23%, with median monthly rent near $1,100. The local housing stock mainly consists of single-family homes, mixed with some newer subdivisions and established neighborhoods. Home values have risen by approximately 6% year-over-year. Property taxes are low, averaging about 0.33% of property value—roughly $480 annually for a median-priced home—making Smiths Station an affordable place to live compared to state and national averages.

Smiths Station, Lee County, AL, relies primarily on personal vehicles for transportation, with over 95% of commuters driving alone and less than 0.5% using public transit. The average one-way commute time is approximately 26 minutes. The city lacks formal public transit services and has limited pedestrian infrastructure. Nearly 98% of households own at least one vehicle. Transportation corridors like U.S. Highway 280 and AL-430 are vital for residents commuting to major employment centers in nearby Columbus, GA, Auburn, and Opelika. Carpooling is modest, at about 4.5% of commuters.

Smiths Station, Lee County, AL, lacks a major hospital within city limits; residents typically access East Alabama Medical Center in nearby Opelika (about 15 minutes away) and several local clinics for primary care. The city had an estimated population of 5,300 (2020 Census), with roughly 14% uninsured, similar to the 13.9% uninsured rate in Lee County (U.S. Census, 2021). Key health concerns include obesity (38% prevalence in Lee County) and diabetes (11%). Healthcare providers encompass a handful of family medicine clinics and urgent care. The city has a majority White (73%) and Black (20%) population.

Smiths Station, located in Lee County, Alabama, has an estimated population of about 5,373 (2020 Census). The median age is approximately 38 years. Females make up around 54% of residents, and males 46%. Racially, the city is about 74% White, 19% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino, and 2% Asian, with other races comprising the remainder. This diverse, steadily growing community reflects the city's suburban and family-oriented profile.

Smiths Station, located in Lee County, AL, is served by Lee County Schools, with Smiths Station High School being the primary secondary institution (approx. 1,400 students, 6/10 GreatSchools score). The area has several elementary and middle schools. About 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. School safety ratings are above the state average, and schools offer various vocational and Advanced Placement programs. There are no colleges in the city; higher education is accessible in nearby Auburn. Adult education programs are available through local community centers and regional partnerships.