Williamston, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Anderson County County
Williamston, SC
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 $62,500 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,908. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,568 business establishments, including 432 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williamston is $156,700 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $280,690. Median rent is $860/month, with 19.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Williamston reports 678 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,129/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Williamston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williamston has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). 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.