Williamston, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Martin County County
Williamston, NC
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 $40,556 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,155. The unemployment rate stands at 12.8% (256% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 494 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williamston is $108,900 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,784. Median rent is $621/month, with 27.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Williamston reports 1,161 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 206% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,428/100K.
Education
13.5% of adults in Williamston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 77.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williamston has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.