California · Metropolitan Area
Winchester is a small town in California with a population of 3,716. Residents earn $75,353 per year, which is 0% below the national average.
Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Winchester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Winchester is $75,353, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Winchester is $429,500, making it a premium housing market at 52% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,479 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Winchester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 55.2% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 44.8% |
| 234% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,353 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,904 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.35% |
| Commute Time | 44.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |
| Census Median | $429,500 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $660,816 |
| Median List Price | $658,350 |
| Median List Price | $658,350 |
| $/Sq Ft | $264 |
| Homes Sold | 49 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.6% |
| Price Drops | 22.1% |
| Inventory | 154 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,479 |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,204 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.35% |
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 11.7 inches |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,490 ft (454 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 463/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7146°N, 117.0774°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.1% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 72.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 463/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 44.2 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |