What are the schools like in Williamsport, PA?

Williamsport is served primarily by Williamsport Area SD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Williamsport?

The median household income in Williamsport, PA is $48,388 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.5%.

What is the weather like in Williamsport, PA?

Williamsport has an average high temperature of 35.6°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.6 inches.

Williamsport, PA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Williamsport, PA affordable or expensive?

Williamsport's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Williamsport is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $136,400 and the median rent is $795 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Williamsport, PA?

Crime rate data for Williamsport is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Williamsport, PA a Good Place to Live?

Williamsport is a small city of 27,755 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $48,388 and a 6.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Williamsport stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Williamsport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Williamsport city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.9

Williamsport's overall cost of living index is 92.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Williamsport costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Williamsport, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$136,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$795	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	43.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$48,388	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Williamsport is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Williamsport is served primarily by Williamsport Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Williamsport, PA	National Avg
School District	Williamsport Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Williamsport sees average highs of 35.6°F in January and 85.6°F in July, with 43.6 inches of annual precipitation and 32.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Williamsport, PA
Average High — January	35.6°F
Average High — July	85.6°F
Annual Precipitation	43.6"
Annual Snowfall	32.6"

Demographics

Metric	Williamsport, PA	National Avg
Population	27,755	—
Median Age	30.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	13.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	20.7%	22.2%
65 and over	13.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Duboistown, PA 1 mi Garden View, PA 1 mi South Williamsport, PA 2 mi Faxon, PA 3 mi Kenmar, PA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Williamsport

Williamsport, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

17701

Williamsport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsport, PA affordable or expensive?

Williamsport's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Williamsport roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $136,400 and median rent is $795/month.

What is the crime rate in Williamsport, PA?

Crime data for Williamsport is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Williamsport?

Public schools in Williamsport are operated by Williamsport Area SD. The district has 3 elementary, 3 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 26.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Williamsport, PA a good place to live?

Williamsport, PA has a population of 27,755, a median household income of $48,388, and an unemployment rate of 6.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Williamsport?

Williamsport averages 35.6°F in January and 85.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.6 inches with about 32.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Williamsport?

Williamsport, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 17701.

What is the population of Williamsport?

The population of Williamsport, Pennsylvania is 27,755 with a median age of 30.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Williamsport?

Key numbers for living in Williamsport: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $136,400, median household income $48,388, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Williamsport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.