Williamsburg, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Whitley County County
Williamsburg, KY
At a Glance
How Williamsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Williamsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Williamsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Williamsburg residents earn a median household income of $32,431 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,829. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,040 business establishments, including 75 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williamsburg is $108,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $117,882. Median rent is $685/month, with 27.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Williamsburg reports 156 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 508/100K.
Education
20.4% of adults in Williamsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 76.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williamsburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches.