Apartments for rent in Williamston, MI

Williamston, Michigan is a small town with a population of approximately 4,000. The town's residents, at an average age of just under 38, are younger than most cities in Michigan. The majority of residents own their homes in Williamston, and 26% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $735 a month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Michigan. Each month, renters in Williamston will pay around $139 less compared to the state average.

If you're looking for a variety of career options, Williamston has you covered. The four most common industries are manufacturing, education, retail, and finance. Combined, these industries account for 31% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in management, as 13% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any field. Williamston workers earn an average annual income of just over $90K, around $28,000 more than those elsewhere in Michigan. Williamston's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (7%), Williamston has a large percentage of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 10% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 17% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.

Williamston residents have an average commute of about 29 minutes, longer than the Michigan average of about 25 minutes. Many residents (47%) commute to work by car, while public transit is not extensively used. Few commuters walk to work.