Williams, SC

South Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Williams is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 116. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 136/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $25,839 per capita
$89,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,400
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$25,839
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$6,706M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation106 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute39 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries3

Is Williams a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williams receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. 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 $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williams is $89,400, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Williams enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williams has a population of 116 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 17.2% Black.

Population

116
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

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 $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Williams vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,839
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$68,380

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,549
County GDP$6,706M

Business (County)

Restaurants263
Healthcare301
Retail351
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Williams is $89,400, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,400
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$928
1 Bedroom$982
2 Bedrooms$1,155
3 Bedrooms$1,450
4 Bedrooms$1,699

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,432
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Williams, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.4%
Checkup Rate67.6%
Premature Death8,693/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities301

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Williams has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates33.0341°N, 80.8428°W
County FIPS45035
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.6-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 14.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.51
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities301
Restaurants263
Retail Stores351

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home3.2%

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