Williamston, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Ingham County County
Williamston, MI
At a Glance
How Williamston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Williamston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Williamston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Williamston residents earn a median household income of $73,902 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,135. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,868 business establishments, including 619 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williamston is $215,000 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $330,730. Median rent is $972/month, with 46.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Williamston reports 53 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 266/100K.
Education
46.0% of adults in Williamston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above the national average). 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williamston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.