Williamson, WV

Williamson, West Virginia

Williamson, West Virginia, in Mingo county, is 52 miles S of Huntington, West Virginia (center to center) and 122 miles E of Lexington, Kentucky. The city is home to some 3,414 residents.

The People and Families of Williamson

In Williamson, about 45% of adults are married. People in Williamson have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in Williamson than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Williamson had a median family income of $35,893.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($2,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Williamson. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Williamson Housing

According to the 2000 census, 56% of the housing in Williamson was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Williamson, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Williamson, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Williamson let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Williamson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in West Virginia):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 10%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 16%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Williamson, WV

Comparing Williamson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in West Virginia (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Williamson Almanac

Williamson Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Williamson Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Williamson, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Williamson Public Libraries

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Williamson Hospitals

WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
(Proprietary)
859 ALDERSON STREET
(304) 235-2500
Emergency Service: Yes

Williamson High Schools (2004)

WILLIAMSON HIGH SCHOOL
801 ALDERSON ST
304-235-2518
Serves 182 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 11.2

Williamson Colleges

(List of All West Virginia Colleges)

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