Williamsburg, IA

Iowa

Williamsburg is a small town in Iowa with a population of 3,347. Residents earn $65,607 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,347 Population 993/sq mi density
$65,607 Median Income $36,095 per capita
$194,000 Home Value $257,897 Zillow
$702 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,607 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,000 home value, $702/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,607
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,000
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.8%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $702
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,347
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density993/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,607
Per Capita$36,095
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,274M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,000
Rent$702
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,897

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property668/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary64/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Elevation762 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.8%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Williamsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Williamsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamsburg is $65,607, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamsburg is $194,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Williamsburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 668 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamsburg has a population of 3,347 with a density of 993 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

3,347
Total Population
993
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamsburg is $65,607, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Williamsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,607
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,095
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$77,587

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)708
County GDP$1,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare40
Retail100
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,550
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamsburg is $194,000, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,897.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,000
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,897

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,550
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Williamsburg, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death6,417/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.4%
Healthcare Facilities40
Williamsburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 668 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property667.5/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary63.6/100K
Theft572.2/100K
Vehicle Theft31.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Williamsburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation762 ft (232 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density993/sq mi
Coordinates41.6689°N, 92.0132°W
County FIPS19095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.1%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.8%
12% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.73
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density993/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants40
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home5.3%

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