Winchendon, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Cheshire County County
Winchendon, MA
At a Glance
How Winchendon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Winchendon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Winchendon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Winchendon residents earn a median household income of $67,188 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,592. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,280 business establishments, including 189 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winchendon is $258,300 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $406,255. Median rent is $1,217/month, with 31.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1947.
Safety & Crime
Winchendon reports 234 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 581/100K.
Education
25.2% of adults in Winchendon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 46.4 inches.