Median Income $43,462

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $38,000

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.1%

76% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.3%

44% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.2%

83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138

Median Age63.1 yrs

Density276/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 11%

Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$43,462

Per Capita$23,940

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty2.2%

County GDP$724M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$38,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units65

Health

Obesity46.3%

Uninsured12.3%

Smoking15.7%

Depression18.7%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain54.6 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.1%

High School+74.0%

Graduate+29.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute18 min

Broadband70.0%

Libraries2

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winchester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winchester is $43,462, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winchester is $38,000, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Winchester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winchester has a population of 138 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (86.2%), with 10.9% White, 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

138

Total Population

276

People / sq mi

63.1yrs

Median Age

62% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%

Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.5%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.5%
	59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchester is $43,462, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,462
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,940
Avg Weekly Wage	$911
IRS Avg AGI	$49,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.2%
	83% below US avg
Establishments (County)	433
County GDP	$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants	27
Healthcare	22
Retail	51
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,092
	40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.1 min
Drive Alone	55.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchester is $38,000, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$38,000
	87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.9%
Housing Units	65
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,092
	40% below US avg
Effective Rate	5.51%

In Winchester, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.3%
	44% above US avg
Diabetes	14.4%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	45.1%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	4.6%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	13.1%
Physical Inactivity	34.2%
Depression	18.7%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	46.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.9%
Uninsured	12.3%
	43% above US avg
Checkup Rate	80.7%
Dental Visits	51.9%
Premature Death	15,390/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.2/10
Exercise Access	60.2%
Healthcare Facilities	22

Winchester has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	62.9°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	42°F (6°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	54.6 inches
	44% above US avg
Snowfall	0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	148 ft (45 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	276/sq mi
Coordinates	33.7741°N, 91.4737°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05041

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%

D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.1%
	76% below US avg
High School+	74.0%
Graduate Degree+	29.0%
School Test Score	4.91

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	276/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	70.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	22
Restaurants	27
Retail Stores	51

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.1 min
Drive Alone	55.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Winchester, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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