Williamsport, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Lycoming County County
Williamsport, PA
At a Glance
How Williamsport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Williamsport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Williamsport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Williamsport residents earn a median household income of $49,363 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,135. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,032 business establishments, including 281 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williamsport is $146,500 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,474. Median rent is $825/month, with 30.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Williamsport reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,680/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
26.4% of adults in Williamsport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williamsport has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.