Williams, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Williams, Minnesota had a total population of 237, the 660th largest city in Minnesota. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 10.7% is notably above the national average.
Williams Quick Facts
How Williams Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 219 | 237 | +8.2% |
How Williams Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Williams Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Lake of the Woods County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baudette | 1,139 | $71,061 | 3.7% | $173,600 |
Cities Similar to Williams
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Wilson | 237 | $65,500 | $98,600 | 18.3% | 17.3% |
| Villard | 236 | $56,000 | $152,400 | 13.4% | 15.7% |
| Riverland | 239 | $51,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| Hardwick | 235 | $39,327 | $83,300 | 20.4% | 15.3% |
| Heidelberg | 235 | $115,417 | $316,700 | 35.5% | 0.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 237, Williams's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Williams is a small community located in Minnesota, within Lake of the Woods County. The total population is 237. It ranks as the 660th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Williams is 43.2 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 10.7%. This is 163% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. 88.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Williams has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.3% of all residents.
Education
4.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 88% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Williams, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Williams, Minnesota?
Williams, Minnesota has a population of 237 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Williams, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Williams — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Williams, MN?
The poverty rate in Williams is 9.7%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Williams, Minnesota?
Williams's population is 93.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Williams, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Williams — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Williams, Minnesota?
4.7% of adults (25+) in Williams hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.