Williamstown, KY

Kentucky · Metropolitan Area

Williamstown is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 3,929. Residents earn $71,761 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,929 Population 233/sq mi density
$71,761 Median Income $26,350 per capita
$159,100 Home Value $264,297 Zillow
$770 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
51 Violent Crime/100K 1,971 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,761 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,100 home value, $770/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
51 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,761
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,100
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 51/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Williamstown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,929
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,761
Per Capita$26,350
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$784M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,100
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,297

Crime

F
Violent51/100K
Property1,971/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary404/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Williamstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamstown receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Williamstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamstown is $71,761, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamstown is $159,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Williamstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 51 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,971 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Williamstown has a population of 3,929 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

3,929
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamstown is $71,761, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Williamstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,761
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003
IRS Avg AGI$60,681

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)629
County GDP$784M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare43
Retail76
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamstown is $159,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,297.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,297
Median List Price$299,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,900
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.04%

Health Metrics: Williamstown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Premature Death12,411/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access62.6%
Healthcare Facilities43
Williamstown has a violent crime rate of 51 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,971 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Williamstown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent50.5/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery50.5/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,970.7/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary404.2/100K
Theft1,414.9/100K
Vehicle Theft151.6/100K
Arson25.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Williamstown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area16.8 sq mi (43.6 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates38.6398°N, 84.5725°W
County FIPS21081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.50
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density233/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants46
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home8.3%

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