It's a good place to live. In 1980, Williamstown's population was 3,150. That decade was not kind to the city, which showed almost a 12 percent decline in population during the 1980s. But that was a decade that saw Williamstown lose its connection to Marietta when the Williamstown Bridge closed. The 1990s were a different story after the new Williamstown Bridge opened in 1992.
Crime is almost nil.
We have outstanding schools. We concentrate on a community effort here, and it's a very central location. Location is key for Williamstown. Halstead said she had no qualms about moving to Williamstown because it was still close to any of the stores, schools and businesses in the area. Her husband is just minutes from his work at the Airolite Co. in Marietta.