South Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Williamston is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 4,116. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Williamston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Williamston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Williamston is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Williamston is $156,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 443 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,693 per 100,000, 88% above the national average.
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Williamston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,500 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,908 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $995 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,518 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,568 |
| County GDP | $10,558M |
| Restaurants | 432 |
| Healthcare | 404 |
| Retail | 712 |
| Manufacturing | 204 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,852 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
| Census Median | $156,700 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $273,252 |
| Median List Price | $268,450 |
| Median List Price | $268,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $89 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 16 |
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,852 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,472/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
| Total Violent | 443.1/100K |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.6/100K |
| Robbery | 49.2/100K |
| Assault | 369.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,692.8/100K |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 492.4/100K |
| Theft | 2,929.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 270.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 42 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.0 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,075/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6195°N, 82.4784°W |
| County FIPS | 45007 |
Winner: Republican by 47.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.2% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,075/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
| Restaurants | 432 |
| Retail Stores | 712 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 42 |
| Avg Commute | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |