Williamson, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Williamson is a small town in Georgia with a population of 710. Residents earn $109,250 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
710 Population 526/sq mi density
$109,250 Median Income $43,223 per capita
$306,000 Home Value $395,279 Zillow
$836 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$306,000 home value, $836/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,250
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $306,000
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.4%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population710
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,250
Per Capita$43,223
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$510M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$306,000
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$395,279

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Elevation878 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute42 min
Libraries1

Is Williamson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamson receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Williamson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamson is $109,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Williamson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamson is $306,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Williamson has a population of 710 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 11.1% Black.

Population

710
Total Population
526
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamson is $109,250, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Williamson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,250
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,223
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$75,612

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$510M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare15
Retail44
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamson is $306,000, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $395,279.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$306,000
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$395,279
Median List Price$502,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$502,450
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,658
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Williamson, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death11,051/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access36.4%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Williamson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.2 inches
43% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density526/sq mi
Coordinates33.1783°N, 84.3576°W
County FIPS13231
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.6%
D 13.1%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.4%
1% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score4.92
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density526/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants20
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Work from Home12.9%

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