Williston, SC
Full City Profile · South Carolina · Barnwell County County
Williston, SC
At a Glance
How Williston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Williston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Williston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Williston residents earn a median household income of $35,968 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,948. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 427 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Williston is $104,000 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $151,105. Median rent is $685/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Williston reports 596 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,034/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Williston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Williston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches.