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Williston, FL

Florida · Alachua County · Gainesville Metro

Williston is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,055. Residents earn $59,776 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,055 Population 447/sq mi density
$59,776 Median Income $29,060 per capita
$218,900 Home Value $285,138 Zillow
$961 Median Rent 35.7% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
516 Violent Crime/100K 3,502 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$59,776 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$218,900 home value, $961/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
516 violent crimes/100K (36% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,776
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,900
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 516/100K
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,055
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,776
Per Capita$29,060
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$20,939M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,900
Rent$961
Ownership66.8%
Zillow$285,138
Housing Units1,031
Rent Burden35.7%

Crime

F
Violent516/100K
Property3,502/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault442/100K
Burglary811/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking20.2%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation73 ft (22 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.88

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Williston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Williston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate. Williston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williston is $59,776, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williston is $218,900, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 516 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,502 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Williston has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Williston has a population of 3,055 with a density of 447 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.3% female and 47.7% male. The city is predominantly White (61.9%), with 28.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.1% of residents, while 8.9% speak Spanish. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,055
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Williston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.1%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.9%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Williston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williston is $59,776, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,060 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,227, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 8,212 business establishments, including 669 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Williston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,776
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$80,663
Gini Index0.520 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,212
County GDP$20,939M

Business (County)

Restaurants669
Healthcare921
Retail918
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,950
99% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Williston is $218,900, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,138, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,031 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $6,950 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 35.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,900
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,138
Median List Price$229,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,000
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg
Rent Burden35.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.8%
Owner-Occupied66.8%
Renter-Occupied33.2%
Housing Units1,031
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,950
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Williston, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 37.0% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.9% report binge drinking. 32.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.2% report depression. 21.9% experience frequent mental distress. 19.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:643. The dentist ratio is 1:523. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep45.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Primary Care1:643
Dentists1:523
Mental Health1:144
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits41.5%
Premature Death8,032/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities921
Williston has a violent crime rate of 516 per 100,000 residents, 36% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 442.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 73.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,502 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,285, burglary at 811, vehicle theft at 405 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 49 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Williston receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent516.0/100K
36% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape73.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault442.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,501.7/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary810.9/100K
Theft2,285.3/100K
Vehicle Theft405.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents287
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Williston has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 73 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates29.3939°N, 82.4423°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyAlachua County County
Nearest AirportOcala International-Jim Taylor Field (OCF)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.6"
36% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.07"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0382 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.8 / 100
Community Resilience81.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood No Rating
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 4 134 km
2024 Milton Category 3 180 km
2024 Debby Category 1 108 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 122 km
2022 Ian Category 4 230 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 289 km
2019 Dorian Category 3 269 km
2018 Michael Category 5 296 km
2017 Irma Category 1 135 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 172 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 178 km
2004 Charley Category 4 125 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 161 km
2004 Frances Category 2 234 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 204 km
1999 Irene Category 1 256 km
1995 Erin Category 1 229 km
1985 Elena Category 3 148 km
1985 Kate Category 2 245 km
1985 Bob Category 1 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

414 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 33 fatalities, 254 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 96 km 13
Feb 2, 2007 EF3 69 km 8
Apr 9, 1983 EF3 75 km 3
Dec 31, 1975 EF3 44 km 1
Feb 25, 1960 EF3 91 km 0
Oct 12, 2023 EF2 63 km 0
Mar 7, 2008 EF2 91 km 1
Dec 25, 2006 EF2 80 km 0
Mar 29, 2001 EF2 47 km 0
Mar 29, 2001 EF2 85 km 0
Sep 3, 1998 EF2 48 km 0
Apr 24, 1995 EF2 75 km 0
Jan 7, 1995 EF2 54 km 1
Mar 12, 1993 EF2 44 km 3
Mar 12, 1993 EF2 41 km 0
Jun 25, 1988 EF2 64 km 0
Apr 15, 1987 EF2 91 km 0
Mar 14, 1986 EF2 31 km 0
Aug 31, 1985 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 27, 1984 EF2 59 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (59,179 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 UNNAMED 59,179 84 km
1998 UNNAMED 13,873 83 km
2007 UNNAMED 13,806 58 km
2006 JUNIPER 11,998 76 km
2009 JUNIPER SPRINGS 8,363 75 km
1998 UNNAMED 7,078 49 km
2011 SANTE FE 6,497 57 km
2012 UNNAMED 5,431 95 km
1991 UNNAMED 4,948 95 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,864 74 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,859 81 km
2010 WILDCAT 4,694 98 km
2019 C236/238/239/305 BOWERS ALEX SPRINGS N 4,561 96 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,503 93 km
1998 UNNAMED 4,421 97 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,336 21 km
2006 UNNAMED 4,231 29 km
1996 MAJOR 1 4,067 76 km
2000 UNNAMED 3,972 40 km
2004 SANTA FE SWAMP FIRE 3,924 57 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
February 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
March 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
May 75°F (24°C) 3.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 8.1 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 5.7 in
October 71°F (22°C) 2.3 in Driest
November 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in Coldest

Williston has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 58°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.1") and October the driest (2.3").

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Williston is located in Alachua County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 19.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 59.7% of the vote, a 21-point margin. 86.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 921 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.8%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 21 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49
Traffic Accidents287
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.88
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi
CountyAlachua County County

Services

Broadband Access86.9%
Avg Download Speed124.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed20.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities921
Restaurants669
Retail Stores918

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%
Average costs for common services in Williston. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,082
Toddler$790
Preschool$693
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,018
Toddler$563
Preschool$563
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Alachua County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 28,565 1,080 $66,140 1.43
Retail Trade 13,956 926 $35,247 1.01
Accommodation & Food Services 13,469 750 $25,586 1.07
Professional & Technical Services 7,037 1,218 $86,914 0.73
Administrative & Waste Services 6,503 611 $43,043 0.79
Construction 5,704 664 $61,600 0.78
Manufacturing 4,149 214 $72,055 0.36
Transportation & Warehousing 3,744 127 $54,623 0.64
Finance & Insurance 3,302 350 $92,901 0.59
Other Services 3,192 618 $44,510 0.76
Wholesale Trade 2,787 250 $98,580 0.51
Real Estate 2,383 450 $56,681 1.10
Educational Services 2,121 168 $44,854 0.74
Arts & Entertainment 2,068 133 $49,183 0.88
Information & Technology 1,530 198 $119,147 0.59
Management of Companies 730 41 $90,454 0.31
Utilities 313 16 $119,276 0.59
Unclassified 106 164 $71,250 0.55

Schools in Williston

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WILLISTON MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL High 1,119 41 27.3:1
JOYCE M. BULLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 662 32 20.7:1
WILLISTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 488 23 21.2:1
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Radio Stations near Williston

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hank's Old Time Radio old time radio MP3 32 kbps
90.1 WMBT The Wombat MP3 192 kbps
89.5 WMFV News news, news talk MP3 64 kbps
Never Ending Radio Show timeless music, timeless principles MP3 128 kbps
WXJB-FM news, talk AAC+ 64 kbps
WVET o MP3

National Parks Near Williston

22 national parks and monuments found near Williston.

ParkTypeFee
Big Shoals State Park State Park Free
Cedar Key Museum State Park State Park Free
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park State Park Free
Dunns Creek State Park State Park Free
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park State Park Free
Fanning Springs State Park State Park Free
Florida Museum Of Natural History/Harn Museum Of Art State Park Free
Fort Cooper State Park State Park Free
Ichetucknee Springs State Park State Park Free
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park State Park Free
Lake Griffin State Park State Park Free
Manatee Springs State Park State Park Free
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park State Park Free
O'leno State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Rainbow Springs State Park State Park Free
Ravine Gardens State Park State Park Free
Silver River State Park State Park Free
Troy Spring State Park State Park Free
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park State Park Free
Wekiwa Springs State Park State Park Free
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park State Park Free

Museums in Williston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
NORTH FLORIDA BOTANICAL SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3523724981$472,865
HISTORIC HAILE HOMESTEADHISTORY MUSEUM3522625652$41,310
MICANOPY HISTORIC PRESERVATION TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION$8,126
WOOD & SWINK PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION18320 SE COUNTY RD 225$602
ALLYN MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9413558475
ARCHER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONSW 134TH STREET3524952310
CADE MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3523718001
COMPARATIVE BEHAVIOR LABORATORYGENERAL MUSEUM
FLORIDA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3528462000
FLORIDA STATE COLLECTION OF ARTHROPODSZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATIONP O BOX 141874
FOCUS GALLERYART MUSEUM
FRED BEAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3523762411
GRINTER GALLERYART MUSEUM
HARN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3259 HULL ROAD3523929826
INTERNATIONAL ODONATA RESEARCH INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM
KATHARINE ORDWAY PRESERVEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
MICANOPY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION607 NE CHOLOKKA BLVD3524663200
MICANOPY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3524663200
SAMUEL P. HARN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM3523929826
SWISHER MEMORIAL SANCTUARYGENERAL MUSEUM
THRASHER WAREHOUSE PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNIVERSITY GALLERYART MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA HERBARIUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3522731990

Farmers Markets in Williston

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Butler Plaza Satellite MarketSouthwest Gainesville at Butler Plaza
Haile Village Farmers Market5211 SW 91st TerraceSat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Ocala Downtown Marketcorner of SE 3rd Street and SE 3rd Avenue01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Williston

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angelina Mia's
BubbaQue's
China House
Green Shutters
Los Avina Mexican Restaurant
Melanie's
Pizza Hut
Shogun Japanese Steakhouse
The Ivy House

Clinics in Williston

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palms Medical Group

Gas Stations in Williston

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Citgo
Citgo
Sunoco

Banks in Williston

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capital City Bank
Drummond Community Bank
Drummond Community Bank
The Perkins State Bank

Breweries in Williston

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
First Magnitude Brewing CompanyBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries, Brewery, Beer Store, and Beer Garden1220 S E Veitch St3527274677Visit
Gator Spirits & Fine WinesFood & Entertainment, Liquor Stores, FL>Brewery5701 S W 75th St3523353994
Junction TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Food & Entertainment, Bars & Clubs, Williston, Resta120 N E 6th Ave3525280518
Swamp Head Brewerybrewery, pub, bar3140 S W 42nd Way3525053035Visit

Nursing Homes in Williston

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
WILLISTON REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER
300 NW 1ST AVE
For profit - Corporation 120 109 1/5 3/5 1/5 3525283561

Pharmacies in Williston

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 5173 435 EAST NOBLE AVENUE 352-528-4146
WALGREENS - 11306 8 NORTHWEST MAIN STREET 352-528-3409
WINN-DIXIE - 171 727 WEST NOBLE AVENUE 352-528-5302

Cell Towers in Williston

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
APPROX 1 MI. S OF US HWY 41 & SR 26, 1 MI E OF NEWBERRYTOWER128
11305 SOUTHWEST 103rd AVENUE (44991)GTOWER126
5353 SE Hwy 41 (79031)GTOWER107
Lebanon Station Cell Site - ON E SIDE OF OLD LEBANON RD. APPROX 1 MI N OF LEBANOTOWER101
26333 SW 4TH AVENUE (79026)LTOWER87
8501 NW HWY 320 (13767)LTOWER82
8501 NW HWY 320 (13767)LTOWER82
22125 SOUTHWEST 71ST AVENUE (65245)GTOWER80
15151 N HWY 27 (70669)MTOWER79
15151 N HWY 27 (70669)MTOWER79
17608 SE 26TH STREET (65232)LTOWER78
591 S.E. HIGHWAY 41 (65257)LTOWER78
17266 NE 85th Street (79033)GTOWER78
18776 W HWY 328 (70671)LTOWER77
18776 W HWY 328 (70671)LTOWER77
12515 Southwest 170th Street (65244)MTOWER61

Fire Stations in Williston

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Williston Fire Department5 SW 1st AVEVolunteer352-528-5003

Superfund Sites Near Williston

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLORIDA POWER CORP. - UF COGENERATION FACILITY3201 34TH STREET, SOUTHALACHUA

Airports Near Williston

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gainesville Regional AirportGNVMedium Airport
Leesburg International AirportLEEMedium Airport
Ames FieldSmall Airport
Arliss M AirportSmall Airport
Back Achers AirportSmall Airport
Bradley AirportSmall Airport
Brookins Air StripSmall Airport
Buckner AirportSmall Airport
Buddys Ag Service AirportSmall Airport
Camp Blanding Army Air Field/NG AirfieldSmall Airport
Cheryl-Lane Landings AirportSmall Airport
Chiefland Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Clark FieldSmall Airport
Country Landings AirportSmall Airport
Cross City AirportCTYSmall Airport
Crosswind Farm AirportSmall Airport
Crystal River AirportSmall Airport
Delta AirportSmall Airport
Drake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dunnellon Marion Co & Park of Commerce AirportSmall Airport
Early Bird AirportSmall Airport
Flying Baron Estates AirportSmall Airport
Flying C Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying Dutchman Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Exotics AirportSmall Airport
Flying Harness Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flying Palomino Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Ten AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tiger FieldSmall Airport
Flying W Airranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying-H AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Freeflight International AirportSmall Airport
George T Lewis AirportCDKSmall Airport
Gleim FieldSmall Airport
Grass Patch AirportSmall Airport
Hobby Hill STOLportSmall Airport
Inverness AirportSmall Airport
Johary AirportSmall Airport
JR's STOLportSmall Airport
Jumbolair-Greystone AirportSmall Airport
Keystone Heights AirportSmall Airport
Kiever AirportSmall Airport
Lake City AirparkSmall Airport
Lazy S Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lazyboy AirportSmall Airport
Lee Farms AirportSmall Airport
Leeward Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Link FieldSmall Airport
Little River AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Williston

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alachua County Sheriff's Office2621 Southeast Hawthorne Road
Levy County Sheriff's Office
Levy County Sheriff's Office - Civil
Marion County Sheriff's Office
Marion County Sheriff's Office - Airport Annex
Williston Police Department

Grocery Stores in Williston

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2721181Convenience Store553 N Main St
Circle K 2721182Convenience Store349 E Noble Ave
CVS PHARMACY 5173Other435 E Noble Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 1526Other539 E Noble Ave
Family Dollar 457Other408 E Noble Ave
Jiffy 1121Convenience Store16790 NE State Road 121
Noble Ave Food Mart IncConvenience Store937 E Noble Ave
Walgreens 11306Other8 NW Main St
WINN DIXIE 102Supermarket434 E Noble Ave

Post Offices in Williston

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Williston Post Office29 Northwest 1st Avenue

Treatment Centers in Williston

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Malcolm Randall VAMC - SATT GainesvilleSubstance Abuse352-384-3560 x18115
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Acute CareSubstance Abuse352-374-5600 x8275
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Main ClinicBoth352-374-5600
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County MAT Services ClinicSubstance Abuse352-374-5600
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County OTP ClinicSubstance Abuse352-374-5600
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc - Alachua County Sid Martin Bridge HouseSubstance Abuse352-374-5615
UF Health Shands - Florida Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse352-265-4372

DOL Wage Violations in Williston

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $29,513 in back wages owed to 24 employees.

6
Violations
$29,513
Back Wages Owed
24
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Dan's Custom Golf Carts 32696 1 $13,802 $1,534 9
Regional General Hospital 32696 1 $9,655 $3,218 3
WILLISTON DOOR, LLC 32696 Wood Window and Door Manufacturing 1 $4,942 $2,471 2
Billy-Jacks Restaurant 32696 1 $525 $262 2
Cornerstone Assembly of God/Christian Academy 32696 1 $521 $74 7
Sparr Building and Farm Supply 32696 1 $68 $68 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Williston

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANNUNCIATION OF THE THEOTOKOS GREEK ORTHODOX MONASTERY INC12600 W HIGHWAY 318
ARCHANGEL MICHAEL APIARIES INC12600 W HIGHWAY 318
CATHOLIC APOSTLIC CHURCH IN NORTHAMERICA6230 NE 184TH TER
CHURCH OF GOD BY FAITH RALEIGH7891 NE HIGHWAY 41
CORNERSTONE ASSEMBLY OF GOD1045 NE 6TH BLVD
DARSHAN CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL EVOLUTION5290 NE 167TH CT
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WILLISTON339 E NOBLE AVE
FOUNTAIN OF LIFE KINGDOM COVENANT CHURCH INCPO BOX 1053
GUIL BOMBONATO MISSIONS INC14830 NW 20TH STREET
HOLY FAMILY PARISH17353 NE 27A
IGLESIA CASA DEL ALFARERO-AD WILLISTON FL525 SE 3RD AVE
INDOCHIA PARRTNERS INC6151 NE 185TH TER
INSPIRATIONAL CHURCH OF JESUS & OUTREACH MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 73
JLP MINISTRIES INC12971 NE 12TH ST
L P J WORSHIP AND PRAISE MINISTRY8352 NE 166TH AVE
MIRACLE VISION TABERNACLE OUTREACH CENTER INC18680 NE 75TH ST
NEW HOPE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH21251 NE 40TH ST
PANAGIA VLAHERNON GREEK ORTHODOX MONASTERY INC12600 W HIGHWAY 318
PLANET OUTLET P I G S CHURCHPO BOX 1000
RAFTER CROSS COWBOY CHURCHPO BOX 358
UNITY TEMPLE OF DELIVERENCE OUTREACH CENTER INC2351 NE 200TH AVE
WILLISTON CROSSINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH INC410 NE 5TH ST
WILLISTON FULL GOSPEL EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION INC627 SW 7TH AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Williston

What is the population of Williston?

Williston has a population of 3,055 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 447 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.2 years. The population is 52.3% female and 47.7% male.

Is Williston expensive to live in?

Williston has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $59,776, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $218,900 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Williston safe?

The violent crime rate in Williston is 516 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,502 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Williston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Williston?

Williston has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Williston?

The job market in Williston is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,227. There are 8,212 business establishments in the area, including 669 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Williston?

The median home value in Williston is $218,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,138. For renters, the median monthly rent is $961. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,950.

How are the schools in Williston?

Schools in Williston score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.5% of adults in Williston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Williston?

The obesity rate in Williston is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 32.3% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression. 19.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:643.

What is transportation like in Williston?

The average commute in Williston is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Williston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Williston is 61.9% White, 28.5% Black or African American. 91.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.9% speak Spanish. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

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