Williams, IN

Indiana

Williams is a small town in Indiana with a population of 209. Residents earn $82,375 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
209 Population 115/sq mi density
$82,375 Median Income $23,824 per capita
$231,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$82,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,375
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.7%
204% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,375
Per Capita$23,824
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.7%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation537 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute50 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries2

Is Williams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williams receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Williams offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williams is $82,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williams is $231,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Williams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Williams has a population of 209 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%).

Population

209
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Williams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williams is $82,375, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Williams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,375
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,824
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$60,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.7%
204% above US avg
Establishments (County)906
County GDP$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare126
Retail165
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,863
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.3 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Williams is $231,000, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,000
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,863
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Williams, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.5%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death10,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Williams has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates38.8133°N, 86.6513°W
County FIPS18093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants58
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.3 min
Drive Alone58.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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