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Williamson County
  • County in Texas

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Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A
  2. Housing
    grade B
  3. Nightlife
    grade A minus
  4. Good for Families
    grade A+
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade A
  7. Weather
    grade B+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A minus
  11. Commute
    grade C+

editorial

Williamson County is located in Texas with a population of 591,759. Williamson County is one of the best places to live in Texas. In Williamson County, most residents own their homes. In Williamson County there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Williamson County and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Williamson County are highly rated.

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Population
591,759

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$308,400
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,426
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    32%
  • Own
    68%
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Williamson County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    75.2
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    0.6
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    40.2
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    24.4
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    171.5
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,330.4
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    59.1
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    13%
  • 10-17 years
    12%
  • 18-24 years
    8%
  • 25-34 years
    14%
  • 35-44 years
    17%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    11%
  • 65+ years
    12%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    16%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    29%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    31%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    19%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    6%
    national  11%

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Williamson County Reviews

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