ShavMC is a Survival SMP built around a player-driven economy, with /ah auctions and /orders buy-orders making trading feel active instead of dead. You can work your way up through claims, ranks, and mcMMO, then spend your Shards on stronger endgame gear as you progress.
It is crossplay-friendly too, so Java and Bedrock players can join together, and multi-version support makes it easier for friends to hop in without hassle. Voice chat is supported, and Distant Horizons is also mentioned for those who like a bit more view distance while exploring and building.
If you are after a more community-focused SMP with economy, survival, and some PvP mixed in, ShavMC fits that vibe pretty well.