Williamsville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Williamsville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,519. Residents earn $104,135 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,519 Population 980/sq mi density
$104,135 Median Income $57,915 per capita
$187,000 Home Value $244,339 Zillow
$1,055 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$104,135 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,000 home value, $1,055/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,135
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.5%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,519
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,135
Per Capita$57,915
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,000
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,339

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation589 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute21 min
Libraries13

Is Williamsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williamsville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Williamsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williamsville is $104,135, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Williamsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williamsville is $187,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Williamsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williamsville has a population of 1,519 with a density of 980 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,519
Total Population
980
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Williamsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williamsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williamsville is $104,135, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Williamsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,135
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,915
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Williamsville is $187,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,000
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,339
Median List Price$209,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$209,900
$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Williamsville, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Williamsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates39.9561°N, 89.5436°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home15.0%

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