Williams, CA

California

Williams is a small city in California with a population of 5,569. Residents earn $93,138 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,569 Population 1,125/sq mi density
$93,138 Median Income $29,466 per capita
$339,900 Home Value $369,865 Zillow
$1,296 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
116 Violent Crime/100K 1,234 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$93,138 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$339,900 home value, $1,296/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,138
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $339,900
21% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,296
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

How Williams Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,569
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density1,125/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$93,138
Per Capita$29,466
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$2,010M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$339,900
Rent$1,296
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,865
Rent Burden23.6%

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property1,234/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault58/100K
Burglary405/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Elevation83 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+66.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.5%
EV Stations5
Libraries7

Is Williams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williams receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Williams has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williams is $93,138, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williams is $339,900, 21% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,296 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Williams is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,234 per 100,000, 37% below the national average.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Williams enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Williams has a population of 5,569 with a density of 1,125 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.8%).

Population

5,569
Total Population
1,125
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Williams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only28.3%
64% below US avg
Spanish71.7%
435% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Williams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williams is $93,138, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Williams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,138
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,350

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,056
County GDP$2,010M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare25
Retail60
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Williams is $339,900, 21% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,296 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,865.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,900
21% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,865

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,296
11% above US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Williams, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Williams vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate68.1%
Premature Death6,184/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities25
Williams has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,234 per 100,000 (37% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Williams vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent115.7/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape19.3/100K
Robbery38.6/100K
Assault57.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,233.6/100K
37% below US avg
Burglary404.8/100K
Theft713.2/100K
Vehicle Theft115.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Williams has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation83 ft (25 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density1,125/sq mi
Coordinates39.1498°N, 122.1390°W
County FIPS06011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.3-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+66.3%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,125/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants42
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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