South Carolina
Williston is a small town in South Carolina with a population of 2,884. Residents earn $35,968 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Williston receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Williston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Williston is $35,968, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 28.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Williston is $104,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 718 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,740 per 100,000, 40% above the national average.
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Williston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,968 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,948 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $834 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $47,524 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.8% |
| 132% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 427 |
| County GDP | $701M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.33% |
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
| Census Median | $104,000 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $144,959 |
| Census Median Rent | $685 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,424 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.33% |
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.5% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.8% |
| Premature Death | 17,191/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Total Violent | 717.6/100K |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Murder | 32.6/100K |
| 418% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 32.6/100K |
| Assault | 652.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,739.7/100K |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 684.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,957.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 97.9/100K |
| Arson | 32.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 349 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 322/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4017°N, 81.4219°W |
| County FIPS | 45011 |
Winner: Republican by 15.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.7% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.51 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 322/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 72 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |