Smithfield, North Carolina is a small yet growing town located in Johnston County. The town happens to be about 25 miles outside of the state capital Raleigh, therefore the appeal to reside within this area is becoming an ideal for small town living yet within driving distance to a major downtown area. The Carolina Premium Outlets peaks interest and draws traffic to the area, in addition to downtown attractions such as the Ava Gardner Museum and the Nuese River Walk.