Median Income
$56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$132,500
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.0%
13% higher than US avg
How Williamsport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,921
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density1,466/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$32,940
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$371M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$132,500
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,536
Health
Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation627 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+90.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute21 min
Libraries2
Is Williamsport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Williamsport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Williamsport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Williamsport is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Williamsport is $132,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Williamsport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Williamsport has a population of 1,921 with a density of 1,466 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 4.1% Hispanic.
Population
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Williamsport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Williamsport vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Williamsport is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income: Williamsport vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,875 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,940 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,011 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,701 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.0% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
| County GDP | $371M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,056 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Williamsport is $132,500, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,536.
Home Values
| Census Median | $132,500 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,536 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $783 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,056 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.55% |
In Williamsport, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Williamsport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.4% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,305/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
Crime Rates: Williamsport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Williamsport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.1 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 627 ft (191 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,466/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2884°N, 87.2923°W |
| County FIPS | 18171 |