Winchendon, MA

Massachusetts

Winchendon is a small town in Massachusetts with a population of 4,407. Residents earn $67,188 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,407 Population 1,941/sq mi density
$67,188 Median Income $38,592 per capita
$258,300 Home Value $389,940 Zillow
$1,217 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
348 Violent Crime/100K 2,230 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$67,188 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$258,300 home value, $1,217/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
348 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,188
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,300
8% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 348/100K
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,217
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

How Winchendon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,407
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,941/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,188
Per Capita$38,592
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$5,175M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,300
Rent$1,217
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,940

Crime

F
Violent348/100K
Property2,230/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault301/100K
Burglary235/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation978 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.49

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries25

Is Winchendon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winchendon receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Winchendon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winchendon is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winchendon is $258,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,217 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Winchendon is below the national average at 348 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,230 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Winchendon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches, including 50.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Winchendon has a population of 4,407 with a density of 1,941 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%).

Population

4,407
Total Population
1,941
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchendon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.5%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.5%
8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchendon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchendon is $67,188, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Winchendon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,188
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,592
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$88,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,280
County GDP$5,175M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare169
Retail339
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchendon is $258,300, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,217 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,300
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$389,940
Median List Price$312,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$312,200
$/Sq Ft$278
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,217
5% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,727
1 Bedroom$1,822
2 Bedrooms$2,300
3 Bedrooms$2,858
4 Bedrooms$3,232

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,150
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.93%
In Winchendon, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Winchendon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma13.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death7,142/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.2%
Healthcare Facilities169
Winchendon has a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,230 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Winchendon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent348.1/100K
8% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape37.6/100K
Robbery9.4/100K
Assault301.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,230.0/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary235.2/100K
Theft1,891.2/100K
Vehicle Theft103.5/100K
Arson18.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Winchendon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall50.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,941/sq mi
Coordinates42.6804°N, 72.0420°W
County FIPS33005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.49
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,941/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants189
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Work from Home8.9%

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