Winchester, CA

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,716 Population 463/sq mi density
$75,353 Median Income $23,904 per capita
$429,500 Home Value $660,816 Zillow
$1,479 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,353 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$429,500 home value, $1,479/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,353
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $429,500
52% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,479
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,716
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,353
Per Capita$23,904
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute44 min

Housing

B
Home Value$429,500
Rent$1,479
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$660,816

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation1,490 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+72.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute44 min
EV Stations4
Libraries67

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Winchester has a population of 3,716 with a density of 463 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.5%).

Population

3,716
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.2%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.8%
234% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchester is $75,353, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,353
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,904
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchester is $429,500, 52% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,479 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $660,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$429,500
52% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$660,816
Median List Price$658,350

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$658,350
$/Sq Ft$264
Homes Sold49
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops22.1%
Inventory154

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,479
27% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,204

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Winchester, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Winchester has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,490 ft (454 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates33.7146°N, 117.0774°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+72.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.2 min
Work from Home13.9%

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