Williamsport, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Williamsport is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,025. Residents earn $58,929 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,025 Population 576/sq mi density
$58,929 Median Income $34,292 per capita
$136,400 Home Value $234,195 Zillow
$908 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,929 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,400 home value, $908/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,929
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,025
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density576/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,929
Per Capita$34,292
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$2,578M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,400
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,195

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation768 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+88.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute39 min
Libraries3

Is Williamsport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamsport receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, long commute times, 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 $58,929, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamsport is $136,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $908 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

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamsport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamsport has a population of 1,025 with a density of 576 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,025
Total Population
576
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamsport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Williamsport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamsport is $58,929, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Williamsport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,929
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,292
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$70,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,082
County GDP$2,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare97
Retail123
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamsport is $136,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,195.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,195
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,843
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Williamsport, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death9,732/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Williamsport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density576/sq mi
Coordinates39.5817°N, 83.1205°W
County FIPS39129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density576/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants84
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Work from Home8.2%

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