South Williamsport, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lycoming County County
South Williamsport, PA
At a Glance
How South Williamsport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Williamsport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Williamsport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Williamsport residents earn a median household income of $66,810 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,091. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,032 business establishments, including 281 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Williamsport is $186,000 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $206,756. Median rent is $911/month, with 27.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1952.
Safety & Crime
South Williamsport reports 41 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 657/100K.
Education
26.6% of adults in South Williamsport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Williamsport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.