Winchester, IN

Indiana

Winchester is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,912. Residents earn $60,833 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,912 Population 1,420/sq mi density
$60,833 Median Income $27,086 per capita
$97,000 Home Value $149,155 Zillow
$727 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,833 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,000 home value, $727/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,833
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,912
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,420/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,833
Per Capita$27,086
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,000
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,155

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property4,763/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary890/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation1,091 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+90.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Libraries4

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include 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 $60,833, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winchester is $97,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Winchester is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,763 per 100,000, 143% above the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Winchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Winchester has a population of 4,912 with a density of 1,420 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

4,912
Total Population
1,420
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchester is $60,833, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,833
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,086
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$64,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,354
County GDP$3,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare85
Retail170
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchester is $97,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,155

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$727
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Winchester, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities85
Winchester has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,763 per 100,000 (143% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,762.9/100K
143% above US avg
Burglary890.5/100K
Theft3,706.8/100K
Vehicle Theft165.7/100K
Arson20.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Winchester has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density1,420/sq mi
Coordinates40.1721°N, 84.9771°W
County FIPS39037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,420/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants83
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home3.7%

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