Median Income
$47,404
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$155,200
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Williston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population260
Median Age64.9 yrs
Density426/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.1%
Economy
B+
Median Income$47,404
Per Capita$20,841
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$33,400M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$155,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation598 ft (182 m)
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute34 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries21
Is Williston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Williston receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $47,404, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Williston is $155,200, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Williston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Williston has a population of 260 with a density of 426 people per square mile. The median age is 64.9 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
64.9yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Williston vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Williston vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Williston is $47,404, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Williston vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,404 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,841 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,197 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,008 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 10,950 |
| County GDP | $33,400M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,092 |
| Healthcare | 1,399 |
| Retail | 1,333 |
| Manufacturing | 402 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,858 |
| 96% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Williston is $155,200, 45% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $155,200 |
| 45% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $32 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 66.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,858 |
| 96% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.42% |
In Williston, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Williston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,817/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,399 |
Williston has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 598 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 426/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6026°N, 83.3419°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 39095 |