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Williamson, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Williamson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 164. Residents earn $56,667 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
164 Population 140/sq mi density
$56,667 Median Income $32,270 per capita
$75,500 Home Value
$779 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,500 home value, $779/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,667
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans14.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,667
Per Capita$32,270
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,500
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+76.8%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.48

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries19

Is Williamson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Williamson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamson is $56,667, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamson is $75,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 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

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamson has a population of 164 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

164
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamson is $56,667, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Williamson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,667
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamson is $75,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$779
33% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$753
1 Bedroom$790
2 Bedrooms$1,037
3 Bedrooms$1,369
4 Bedrooms$1,386

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate8.56%
In Williamson, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,099
Dentists1:1,035
Mental Health1:376
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Williamson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates38.9845°N, 89.7625°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+76.8%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.48
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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