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Williamsfield, IL

Illinois

Williamsfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 500. Residents earn $75,208 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
500 Population 407/sq mi density
$75,208 Median Income $36,686 per capita
$98,100 Home Value $143,528 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,208 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,100 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,208
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population500
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density407/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,208
Per Capita$36,686
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$2,449M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,100
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,528
Housing Units250
Rent Burden11.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation703 ft (214 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries9

Is Williamsfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamsfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Williamsfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamsfield is $75,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamsfield is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamsfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamsfield has a population of 500 with a density of 407 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 13.8% Black.

Population

500
Total Population
407
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamsfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamsfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamsfield is $75,208, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Williamsfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,208
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,686
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$62,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)980
County GDP$2,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare124
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamsfield is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units250
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Effective Rate6.61%
In Williamsfield, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death9,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities124
Williamsfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates40.9264°N, 90.0182°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density407/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants130
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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