Williams, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Williams is a small town in Oregon with a population of 1,030. Residents earn $76,875 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,030 Population 91/sq mi density
$76,875 Median Income $30,471 per capita
$541,400 Home Value $438,112 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$541,400 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,875
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $541,400
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.5%
32% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,030
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,875
Per Capita$30,471
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$3,924M
Commute12 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$541,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$438,112

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,632 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.5%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 34%
Commute12 min
Libraries4

Is Williams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williams receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. 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 $76,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williams is $541,400, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Williams experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Williams has a population of 1,030 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,030
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
11.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Williams vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williams vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williams is $76,875, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Williams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,875
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,471
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$61,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,806
County GDP$3,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants231
Healthcare311
Retail319
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Williams is $541,400, 92% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $438,112.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$541,400
92% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$438,112
Median List Price$359,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,000
$/Sq Ft$361
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,452
1% below US avg
Effective Rate0.64%
In Williams, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death10,791/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities311

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Williams has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,632 ft (497 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates42.2194°N, 123.2922°W
County FIPS41033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 44.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.5%
32% above US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.14
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area11.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities311
Restaurants231
Retail Stores319

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Work from Home31.0%

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