Williamstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Williamstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,289. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,289 Population 4,958/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $27,833 per capita
$95,200 Home Value $133,248 Zillow
$917 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,200 home value, $917/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,289
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density4,958/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$27,833
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,200
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,248
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation756 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute33 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries10

Is Williamstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamstown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated 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 $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamstown is $95,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 29.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Williamstown has a population of 1,289 with a density of 4,958 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 6.3% Black.

Population

1,289
Total Population
4,958
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamstown is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Williamstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,833
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamstown is $95,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,248
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate6.52%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Williamstown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall29.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation756 ft (230 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density4,958/sq mi
Coordinates40.5809°N, 76.6170°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,958/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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