Williamson, IA

Iowa

Williamson is a small town in Iowa with a population of 228. Residents earn $53,438 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
228 Population 600/sq mi density
$53,438 Median Income $20,369 per capita
$47,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,438 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,500 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,438
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,438
Per Capita$20,369
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$362M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Elevation1,025 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is Williamson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamson receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $53,438, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamson is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamson has a population of 228 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

228
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.5%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamson is $53,438, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Williamson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,438
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,369
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$60,757

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)252
County GDP$362M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,364
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamson is $47,500, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,364
25% above US avg
Effective Rate9.19%
In Williamson, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death9,105/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Williamson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall24.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates41.0882°N, 93.2570°W
County FIPS19117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.1-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score5.73
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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