Williamstown, West Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Williamstown, West Virginia Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.1x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Williamstown, West Virginia had a total population of 2,980, the 50th largest city in West Virginia, with a median household income of $89,013, which is 49% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 49% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in West Virginia.
44.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in West Virginia.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Williamstown Quick Facts

Population 2,980

Median Household Income $89,013

Median Home Value $182,500

Poverty Rate 5.2%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 52.1 years

Homeownership Rate 89.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.3%

High School Graduation Rate 98.3%

Diversity Index 5/100

Population 2,980 50th of 429

Median Income $89,013 top 10%

Poverty Rate 5.2% 58% lower than national

Median Home Value $182,500 top 20%

How Williamstown 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	2,977	2,980	+0.1%
Median household income	$75,577	$89,013	+17.8%
Median home value	$164,100	$182,500	+11.2%

How Williamstown Compares

Median Household Income

Williamstown

$89,013

$59,608

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Williamstown

$182,500

$162,600

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.9%

$25K-$50K 18.6%

$50K-$100K 24.3%

$100K+ 41.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.1%

$10K-$15K

0.6%

$15K-$20K

5.6%

$20K-$25K

6.5%

$25K-$30K

2.1%

$30K-$35K

7.5%

$35K-$40K

0.6%

$40K-$45K

4.3%

$45K-$50K

4.0%

$50K-$60K

5.2%

$60K-$75K

3.1%

$75K-$100K

16.0%

$100K-$125K

14.6%

$125K-$150K

9.5%

$150K-$200K

9.1%

$200K+

8.0%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 5.4%|National: 5.2%

59.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.5%

Renter 10.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $839/mo 11.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.8%

18-34

17.0%

35-54

24.3%

55-74

34.2%

75+

7.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 19 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Williamstown Rankings in West Virginia

#50 Population of 429

#28 Median Income of 337

#31 Education of 429

#62 Home Value of 331

Explore West Virginia Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Wood County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Parkersburg	29,240	$49,025	22.5%	$121,600
Vienna	10,518	$60,388	10.2%	$154,300
Blennerhassett	3,282	$88,487	9.3%	$179,800
Mineralwells	2,389	$64,643	13.9%	$155,100
Lubeck	1,495	$71,171	5.1%	$236,700
Boaz	1,400	$72,560	10.6%	$244,500
Washington	1,139	$60,365	6.9%	$251,000
North Hills	926	$145,000	9.6%	$258,900
Waverly	361	$68,507	24.1%	$271,200
Kanawha	192	$60,547	12.0%	$262,500

Cities Similar to Williamstown

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Inwood	2,794	$84,286	$268,400	27.4%	14.5%
Winfield	2,918	$103,276	$257,100	37.8%	15.9%
Blennerhassett	3,282	$88,487	$179,800	29.3%	9.3%
Kingwood	2,973	$71,154	$162,000	30.4%	16.2%
Culloden	3,040	$73,318	$197,800	32.9%	11.8%

Population Overview

Williamstown is a small community located in West Virginia, within Wood County. The total population is 2,980. It ranks as the 50th most populous out of 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Williamstown is 52.1 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 42.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Williamstown is $89,013. This is 49% higher than the state median of $59,608. It is also 10% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 69% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.7%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 5.4%. The median home value is $182,500. Housing costs are 12% higher than the state median of $162,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Williamstown is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 74.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Williamstown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.1%.

Education

44.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Williamstown in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 84% higher than the state rate of 24.1%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.3%. Notably, 24.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Williamstown, West Virginia 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 West Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 429 Census-designated places in West Virginia. 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 Williamstown, West Virginia?

Williamstown, West Virginia has a population of 2,980 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Williamstown, WV?

The median household income in Williamstown is $89,013, which is 10% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Williamstown, WV?

The poverty rate in Williamstown is 5.2%. This means approximately 156 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Williamstown, West Virginia?

Williamstown's population is 97.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Williamstown, WV?

The median home value in Williamstown is $182,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Williamstown, West Virginia?

44.3% of adults (25+) in Williamstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 24.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.