Winchester, KY
Kentucky · Bourbon County · Lexington-Fayette Metro
Winchester is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 19,133. Residents earn $57,653 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Winchester Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
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A+Crime
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Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $57,653, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Winchester is $180,400, 36% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Winchester is below the national average at 166 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,800 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
Education
21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Winchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow.
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
| Median HH Income | $57,653 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,099 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,051 |
| Gini Index | 0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 646 |
| County GDP | $1,309M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,318 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 90.20 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $180,400 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $253,754 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $261,750 |
| Median List Price | $251,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $261,750 |
| Median List Price | $251,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $177 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Days on Market | 69 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.1% |
| Price Drops | 30.9% |
| Inventory | 55 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $867 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,334 |
| Rent Burden | 29.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $719 |
| 1 Bedroom | $794 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $984 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,277 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,442 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 59.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 40.2% |
| Housing Units | 9,009 |
| Median Year Built | 1973 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,318 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-24)
Health Metrics: Winchester vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Cancer | 6.4% |
| Kidney Disease | 3.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 20.7% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Short Sleep | 39.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Uninsured | 3.8% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,556 |
| Dentists | 1:1,340 |
| Mental Health | 1:719 |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Dental Visits | 65.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,509/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Winchester vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 166.0/100K |
| 56% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,800.4/100K |
| 43% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 30 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 969 ft (295 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,073/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0024°N, 84.1906°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Bourbon County County |
| Nearest Airport | Lake Cumberland Regional (SME) 70 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 39.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 58.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 82.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 4.1 in |
Winchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.8") and November the driest (3.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 33.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 30 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.0% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.40 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K-1M |
| Population Density | 2,073/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| County | Bourbon County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.5% |
| Avg Download Speed | 94.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 19.5 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 56 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.8% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $226 ($135-$361) |
| Specialist Visit | $316 ($180-$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90-$316) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,984 ($722-$4,510) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68-$180) |
| Dental Filling | $226 ($135-$361) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23-$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45-$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($361-$902) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90-$316) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $361 ($135-$722) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,314 ($3,608-$10,824) |
| Roof Repair | $902 ($361-$1,804) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,118 ($4,961-$13,530) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,353 ($451-$3,157) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,530 ($4,510-$27,060) |
| DUI Defense | $4,510 ($1,804-$9,020) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,353 ($722-$2,706) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180-$902) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,255 ($902-$4,510) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68-$226) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14-$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23-$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.70 ($2.71-$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.16 ($2.26-$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.43 ($2.26-$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.06 ($2.71-$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.61-$6.77) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72-$226) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45-$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68-$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,804 ($1,082-$3,157) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.22-$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$226) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14-$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,082 ($541-$2,255) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $902 ($451-$1,804) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $361 ($180-$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $902 ($361-$2,255) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,275 ($4,510-$27,060) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $271 ($135-$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90-$361) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $848 |
| Toddler | $724 |
| Preschool | $724 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $721 |
| Toddler | $652 |
| Preschool | $652 |
Top Industries in Bourbon County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 1,130 | 63 | $47,432 | 1.60 |
| Manufacturing | 1,125 | 24 | $73,614 | 1.93 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 618 | 72 | $46,725 | 0.61 |
| Wholesale Trade | 612 | 31 | $74,384 | 2.19 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 527 | 32 | $19,078 | 0.82 |
| Construction | 318 | 55 | $65,746 | 0.85 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 211 | 23 | $29,148 | 1.77 |
| Finance & Insurance | 171 | 25 | $63,772 | 0.59 |
| Other Services | 165 | 33 | $44,061 | 0.77 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 162 | 30 | $45,701 | 0.39 |
| Unclassified | 33 | 3 | $24,046 | 3.34 |
| Educational Services | 31 | 8 | $29,720 | 0.21 |
| Information & Technology | 27 | 16 | $73,312 | 0.20 |
| Real Estate | 27 | 14 | $48,417 | 0.25 |
Hospitals in Winchester
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes | (859) 737-8559 |
Schools in Winchester
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Rogers Clark High School | High | 1,645 | 93 | 17.7:1 |
| Robert D. Campbell Jr. High | Middle | 820 | 49 | 16.7:1 |
| Rev. Henry E. Baker Sr. Interm. School | Middle | 739 | 47 | 15.7:1 |
| Strode Station Elementary School | Elementary | 506 | 35 | 14.5:1 |
| William G. Conkwright Elementary | Elementary | 505 | 34 | 14.9:1 |
| Willis H. Justice Elementary School | Elementary | 427 | 31 | 13.8:1 |
| Shearer Elementary School | Elementary | 392 | 28 | 14.0:1 |
| Clark County Preschool | - | 282 | 16 | 17.6:1 |
Radio Stations near Winchester
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Family Radio | christian-gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WLXU 93.9 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NewsRadio 630 WLAP | news, talk | AAC |
National Parks Near Winchester
14 national parks and monuments found near Winchester.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Big Bone Lick State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Nelson National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Fort Boonesborough State Park | State Park | Free |
| General Butler State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Kincaid Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| Old Fort Harrod State Park | State Park | Free |
| Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Waveland State Historic Site | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Winchester
1 trails found near Winchester.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRARY CREEK | 0.8 | - | - | - |
Historical Trends - Winchester
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 18,308 | $35,463 |
| 2015 | 18,343 | $36,538 |
| 2017 | 18,442 | $39,834 |
| 2019 | 18,584 | $44,747 |
| 2021 | 19,071 | $47,034 |
| 2023 | 19,262 | $57,653 |
Museums in Winchester
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUEGRASS HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 217 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 8597451358 | $171,087 |
| HOPEWELL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8599877274 | $122,823 | |
| MONTGOMERY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 36 BROADWAY ST | 8594984669 | $21,955 |
| HISTORIC RUDDLES MILLS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $636 | ||
| FORT BOONESBOROUGH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| GAINESWAY FARM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 3750 PARIS PIKE | ||
| PARTNERS IN PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2497 LIBERTY ROAD | ||
| THOROUGHBRED BREEDERS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WHITE HALL STATE HISTORIC PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8596239178 |
Libraries in Winchester
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 370 SOUTH BURNS AVENUE | 0.0 | 134,088 | |||
| MT. STERLING-MONTGOMERY COUNTY LIBRARY | 241 WEST LOCUST STREET | 0.0 | 109,440 | |||
| PARIS-BOURBON COUNTY LIBRARY | 701 HIGH STREET | 0.0 | 101,712 |
Farmers Markets in Winchester
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluegrass Farmers' Market, Inc. | 1837 Plaudit Place | 04/18/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Montgomery County Farmers' Market | Montgomery Square Shopping Center, KY 686 | June to October | Wed:7:00 AM - 3:00 PM;Sat:7:00 AM - 3:00 PM; | ||
| Paris/Bourbon County Farmers Market II | 720 High Street | 01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012 | |||
| Winchester Clark County Farmers' Market | 1 Depot St | 05/01/2015 to 10/03/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes |
Hotels in Winchester
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Winchester
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Winchester
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Winchester
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Winchester
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Winchester
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Winchester
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Winchester
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Winchester
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alltech | Brewers | 555 Rolling Hills Ln | 8597445272 | |
| Alltech Inc | Brewers, Bar | 361 Rolling Hills Ln | 8597374161 | |
| Jean Farris | Wineries, Brewers | 6825 Old Richmond Rd | 8592639463 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Winchester
2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER 175 HOSPITAL DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 25 | 22 | 2/5 | - | 4/5 | 1/5 | 8597378559 |
| FOUNTAIN CIRCLE CARE & REHABILITATION CENTER 200 GLENWAY ROAD |
For profit - Corporation | 179 | 134 | 1/5 | - | 2/5 | 1/5 | 8597441800 |
Pharmacies in Winchester
9 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CLARK COUNTY PHARMACY | 1520B BOONESBORO ROAD | 859-744-3350 |
| CORNER DRUG WINCHESTER | 4 NORTH HIGHLAND STREET | 859-744-6844 |
| CVS - 6345 | 31 WEST BROADWAY STREET | 606-744-7701 |
| HOME CONVALESCENT AIDS INCORPORATED | 1113 WEST LEXINGTON AVENUE | 859-745-4445 |
| KMART | 951 BYPASS ROAD | 859-744-8698 |
| KROGER | 1661 BYPASS ROAD | 859-745-0802 |
| RITE AID - 7920 | 104 PEDRO WAY | 859-745-7870 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 702 | 1859 BYPASS ROAD | 859-744-6055 |
| WALGREENS - 10889 | 2045 BYPASS ROAD | 859-744-1377 |
EV Charging Stations in Winchester
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express Lexington East Winchester - Tesla Destination | 100 Winchester Plaza | Tesla Destination | 4 | TESLA | public | |
| Winchester Downtown Parking Lot | 23 N Main St | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Winchester
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 3003 Maysville Road (76290) | GTOWER | 127 |
| 3600 LEXINGTON ROAD (76202) | GTOWER | 122 |
| 690 STONER EPHESES ROAD | GTOWER | 110 |
| 690 Stoner Ephesus Road | TOWER | 110 |
| 491 FORD HAMPTON ROAD | GTOWER | 110 |
| (Athens site) 5798 Athens-Boonsboro Rd | GTOWER | 92 |
| 102 Midway Road | LTOWER | 91 |
| 600 LITTLE STONER RD | TOWER | 91 |
| 249 BRENTSVILLE ROAD | LTOWER | 91 |
| 249 BRENTSVILLE RD | TOWER | 91 |
| 344 Prescott Rd | LTOWER | 90 |
| 281 WELLS ROAD | LTOWER | 79 |
| 2122 Levee Road (76302) | GTOWER | 69 |
| Clintonville2 977 Austerlitz Rd | TOWER | 61 |
Fire Stations in Winchester
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee National Forest | 1700 Bypass Road | Career | 859-745-3192 | ||
| Clark County Fire Department | 200 Barnes DR | Volunteer | 859-745-0260 | ||
| Winchester Fire Department | 44 N Maple ST | Career | 859-744-1587 |
Power Plants Near Winchester
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J K SMITH | CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUST | 221112 | -84.1 | OP |
| COOPERATIVE SOLAR ONE | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -84.3 | OP |
| DALE | CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL | 221112 | -84.3 | RE |
Bridges in Winchester
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1962 | 25 | 45,127 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1962 | 30 | 44,640 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1962 | 25 | 40,128 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1959 | 49 | 30,394 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2006 | 263 | 23,897 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1967 | 23 | 16,727 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1962 | 336 | 14,150 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1975 | 29 | 9,530 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1994 | 1,164 | 7,729 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1962 | 160 | 7,075 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1962 | 160 | 7,075 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 260 | 7,075 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 285 | 7,075 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1962 | 160 | 7,075 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1962 | 160 | 7,075 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1937 | 21 | 6,371 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1937 | 21 | 6,371 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1937 | 21 | 6,371 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1977 | 159 | 5,473 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 70 | 4,139 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1982 | 33 | 3,740 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2002 | 30 | 3,399 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2002 | 27 | 3,399 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2002 | 141 | 3,061 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2002 | 44 | 3,061 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2008 | 66 | 3,061 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2008 | 196 | 3,061 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 35 | 2,637 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2011 | 274 | 2,637 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1992 | 48 | 2,637 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 61 | 2,425 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1930 | 30 | 2,425 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1930 | 21 | 2,425 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1930 | 24 | 2,399 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2011 | 410 | 1,918 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 34 | 1,873 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1992 | 26 | 1,873 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 24 | 1,808 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1970 | 90 | 1,535 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1962 | 216 | 1,358 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2005 | 257 | 1,256 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1994 | 64 | 1,131 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2004 | 100 | 961 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 36 | 899 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1979 | 25 | 899 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1960 | 33 | 804 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1955 | 76 | 779 | P | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1968 | 115 | 731 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1967 | 29 | 731 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1996 | 152 | 722 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1994 | 64 | 679 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1952 | 130 | 675 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1981 | 26 | 499 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1950 | 152 | 423 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1950 | 21 | 423 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1950 | 77 | 423 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1951 | 29 | 423 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1964 | 63 | 407 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 32 | 364 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1969 | 38 | 277 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1974 | 32 | 277 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 36 | 277 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1972 | 26 | 277 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1960 | 44 | 251 | P | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1971 | 26 | 223 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2007 | 33 | 222 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 34 | 222 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 58 | 205 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 64 | 189 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1993 | 36 | 181 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2021 | 59 | 164 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2001 | 78 | 154 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1960 | 30 | 143 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete continuous | 1959 | 318 | 135 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1976 | 50 | 134 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 78 | 131 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 30 | 123 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1992 | 34 | 120 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 30 | 120 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2002 | 25 | 105 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 79 | 96 | P | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1940 | 65 | 96 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 110 | 90 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1991 | 78 | 79 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 73 | 55 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2002 | 80 | 55 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1982 | 23 | 55 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1945 | 82 | 55 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1994 | 26 | 49 | G |
Correctional Facilities in Winchester
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLARK COUNTY DETENTION CENTER | 30 WALL ST | COUNTY | 279 | 193 | OPEN |
Superfund Sites Near Winchester
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| E. KENTUCKY POWER CORP. - J.K. SMITH POWER STATION | 12145 IRVINE RD | CLARK |
Airports Near Winchester
42 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Grass Airport | LEX | Medium Airport |
| Central Kentucky Regional Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Air Castle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berea-Richmond Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Haven Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brennan Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buzzard's Roost Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capital City Airport | FFT | Small Airport |
| Cartersville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charlie Bravo's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Clarks Field | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Field | - | Small Airport |
| Colby Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Crawford Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fleming Mason Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gallatin County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gene Snyder Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Harold Reynolds Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High Point Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hisle Field | - | Small Airport |
| Jordan Hill Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kitty Hawk Farm Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Lucas Field | - | Small Airport |
| Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| One Oak Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Owen Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Pumpkin Field | - | Small Airport |
| Renick Field | - | Small Airport |
| Robbins Roost Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rogers International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Schroder Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Soggy Bottom Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stanton Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stuart Powell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Weavers Run Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wild Blue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zanzibar Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Winchester
1 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Police Dept. |
Grocery Stores in Winchester
29 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Bp Winchester | Convenience Store | 108 Rolling Hills Ln |
| Bypass Bp | Convenience Store | 1330 Fulton Rd |
| Clark's Pump-n-Shop 81 | Convenience Store | 201 N Main St |
| CVS Pharmacy 6345 | Other | 24 W Lexington Ave |
| Dollar General 10376 | Other | 720 Boone Ave |
| Dollar General 14863 | Other | 1218 Irvine Rd |
| Dollar General 31446 | Other | 6005 Lexington Rd |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 3293 | Other | 1215 W Lexington Ave |
| Dollar General Store 17347 | Other | 350 N Maple St |
| Dollar Tree 2366 | Other | 1960 Bypass Rd |
| DOLLARTREE 10623 | Other | 9 Winchester Plz |
| Family Dollar 1216 | Other | 27 W Broadway St |
| Fas Mart 5262 | Convenience Store | 5400 Revilo Rd |
| Gasoline Alley | Convenience Store | 105 April Way Dr |
| Go Time 4 LLC - Go Time | Convenience Store | 290 Van Meter Rd |
| KROGER #L-00402 L402 | Super Store | 1661 BYPASS HWY/1958 REDWING |
| MURPHY EXPRESS 8605 | Convenience Store | 120 Codella Dr |
| Mustangs Mart #2 | Convenience Store | 50 Hubbard Rd |
| Mustangs Mart #9 | Convenience Store | 1467 W Lexington Ave |
| Save A Lot Winchester 24651 | Supermarket | 755 Ecton Rd |
| Shell Foodmart | Convenience Store | 4 W Washington St |
| SPEEDWAY 8256 | Convenience Store | 1480 W Lexington Ave |
| SPEEDWAY 9600 | Convenience Store | 39 S Maple St |
| SPEEEDWAY 9380 | Convenience Store | 1695 Bypass Rd |
| Supermercado San Marcos | Grocery Store | 927 Bypass Rd |
| Valeo Management Inc | Convenience Store | 570 Van Meter Rd |
| Walgreens 10889 | Other | 2045 Bypass Rd |
| Walmart 702 | Super Store | 1859 BYPASS RD |
| Winn Avenue Market | Convenience Store | 205 Winn Ave |
Treatment Centers in Winchester
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bourbon Community Hospital - Bourbon Behavioral Health | Both | 859-987-1139 |
| Care Clinic | Both | 844-782-6963 |
| DJG LLC - Primary Purpose Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 859-699-3046 |
| Mountain Comprehensive Care Center | Substance Abuse | 859-737-2900 |
| New Leaf Recovery and Wellness - DeNova Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 859-771-5766 |
| New Vista - Clark County Outpatient Clinic | Both | 859-744-2562 |
DOL Wage Violations in Winchester
12 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $425,308 in back wages owed to 203 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NANA PACIFIC, LLC | SIGNIFICANT | - | 40391 | All Other Personal Services | 1 | $328,980 | $4,910 | 67 |
| Kincaid Steel Erectors, Inc. | - | - | 40391 | - | 1 | $45,827 | $1,309 | 35 |
| Jiffy Lube | - | - | 40391 | - | 1 | $36,927 | $473 | 78 |
| Shell Food Mart | - | - | 40391 | - | 1 | $6,755 | $3,378 | 2 |
| CLEMS PLUMBING, INC. | - | - | 40391 | Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors | 1 | $2,578 | $859 | 3 |
| Days Inn | - | Wyndham Hotels | 40391 | - | 1 | $2,242 | $747 | 3 |
| CODELL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY | - | - | 40391 | Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | 1 | $892 | $446 | 2 |
| Bush's IGA, LLC | - | - | 40391 | - | 1 | $552 | $138 | 4 |
| Holiday Inn Express - Winchester | - | IHG | 40391 | - | 1 | $251 | $84 | 3 |
| Baymont Inn & Suites | - | - | 40391 | - | 2 | $116 | $116 | 1 |
| Pizza Hut | - | Yum Brands | 40391 | - | 1 | $106 | $26 | 4 |
| Brashear Company, Inc. | - | - | 40391 | - | 1 | $82 | $82 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Winchester
51 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ALLEN CHAPEL CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH | 105 E BROADWAY ST |
| BEREAN BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINCHESTER KENTUCKY INC | 24 WAVELAND AVE |
| BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINCHESTER KY | 137 CONSTITUTION DR |
| BROADWAY CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 130 W BROADWAY ST |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINCHESTER KENTUCKY | 204 FRENCH AVE |
| CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH | 410 W WASHINGTON ST |
| CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD | 114 FRANKLIN AVE |
| CONSERVATIVE CHURCH INC | 623 COLBY RD |
| COVENANT ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 345 S MAPLE ST |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC | 112 HAMPTON AVE |
| DESTINY INTERNATIONAL INC | 43 HIAWATHA TRL |
| EASTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 576 |
| EPHESUS BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINCHESTER KENTUCKY INC | 500 STONER EPHESUS RD |
| EPPERSON FIRST CHURCH OF GOD | 14475 IRVINE RD |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | 37 N HIGHLAND ST |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 24 E HICKMAN ST |
| FIRST CHURCH OF GOD | 2500 COLBY RD |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH INC OF WINCHESTER KENTUCKY | 130 WINDRIDGE AVE BOX 732 |
| FORD CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC | ROUTE 4 |
| FOREST GROVE CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC | 4733 OLD BOONESBORO RD |
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Historic Markers Near Winchester
31 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Winchester.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Colonel John Holder / Howard's Creek Industrial Center | Marker is on Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418 at milepost 4.4), 0.1 miles east of Hidden Grove Lane, on the right when traveling west. |
| Downtown Commercial District | Marker is on North Main Street (U.S. 60) 0.1 miles north of East Broadway Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| Jones Nursery / Nursery Place | Marker is on Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418) east of Jones Nursery Road, on the left when traveling east. |
| John Jacob Niles | Marker is on Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418), on the right when traveling west. |
| Salt Spring Trace | Marker is on Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418) east of Hidden Grove Lane, on the right when traveling east. |
| Boone-Callaway Girls Kidnapping | Marker is on Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418) north of Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 627), on the right when traveling south. |
| Daniel Boone, Surveyor / Bush Settlement | Marker is at the intersection of Boonesborough Road (Kentucky Route 627) and Quisenberry Lane, on the right when traveling west on Boonesborough Road. |
| "Divine Elm" | |
| First Ferry in Kentucky / Col. Richard Callaway | Marker can be reached from Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 388), on the right when traveling north. |
| "Sycamore Hollow" | |
| Nathaniel Hart / Home of Capt. Nathaniel Hart | Marker is on Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 388), on the right when traveling south. |
| Capt. Isaac Cunningham | Grave of Capt. Isaac Cunningham. Memorial is on Van Meter Road west of Rennick Station Road, on the right when traveling west. |
| Clark County Courthouse | Marker is on South Main Street south of Cleveland Avenue, on the right when traveling south. |
| Homer C. Ledford | Marker is on College Street west of Wheeler Avenue, on the left when traveling west. |
| Allen Tate (1899-1978) | Marker is at the intersection of West Lexington Avenue (U.S. 60) and McCann Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Lexington Avenue. |
| East KY. Power Cooperative | Marker is on Lexington Rd (U.S. 60) 0.9 miles east of Venable Road, on the right when traveling west. |
| Col. Richard Callaway / First Ferry in Kentucky | Marker is on Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 388) south of Boonesborough Road (Kentucky Route 627), on the right when traveling north. |
| Fort Boonesborough | Marker is on Kentucky Route 388 east of Boonebovough Road (Kentucky Route 627). |
| East Broadway Cemetery | Marker is at the intersection of East Broadway Street and Park Avenue, on the left when traveling east on East Broadway Street. |
| Clark County Hemp / Hemp in Kentucky | Marker is on Lexington Road (U.S. 60) west of Clintonville Road, on the right when traveling west. |
| Colbyville Tavern | Marker is on Bucknerville Road south of Colby Road (County Route 1927), on the left when traveling south. |
| County Named 1793 | Clark County. Marker is on Cleveland Street west of South Main Street (U.S. 60), on the left when traveling west. |
| Capt. John Strode | Marker is on West Lexington Avenue (U.S. 60) just east of Hospital Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| Old Providence Church | Marker is at the intersection of Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 627) and Old Stone Church Road, on the right when traveling south on Boonesboro Road. |
| Hanson Home Site | Memorial is on West Lexington Avenue east of Olde Potomac Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
| Rare 1860 Tombstones | Marker is on Ironworks Road west of Morris Road, on the left when traveling west. |
| Sculptor's Birthplace | Joel Tanner Hart. Marker is at the intersection of Mount Sterling Road (U.S. 60) and Veterans Memorial Parkway (Kentucky Route 1958), on the right when traveling south on Mount Sterling Road. |
| "Morgan's Men" Here | Confederate Raids and Invasions, and a Federal Retreat, in Kentucky. Marker is on Cleveland Avenue west of South Main Street (U.S. 60), on the left when traveling west. |
| Caveland | Marker is on Jones Nursery Road, 0.3 miles north of Athens Boonesboro Road (Kentucky Route 418), on the right when traveling north. |
| Governor James Clark | Marker is at the intersection of South Burns Ave and Beckner Ave on South Burns Ave. |
| Roy Stuart Cluke | Memorial is on Colby Road (KY1927) west of Basin Springs Road, on the right when traveling west. |
UFO Sightings Near Winchester
6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Winchester.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester, KY | 2014 | Red circular lights over Winchester, KY. |
| Winchester, KY | 2009 | UFO sighting in Winchester, KY, red craft in the sky. |
| Winchester, KY | 2008 | Objects in the sky and planes flying around them. |
| Winchester, KY | 2007 | semi transparent triangular sighting |
| Winchester (near), KY | 1989 | 3 starlike objects land on 1 large orange oval object in full daylight in sight of dozens of witnesses. |
| Winchester, KY | 1976 | I witnessed a disk-shaped craft, with colored lights, move very slowly towards the northwest, in Clark County, Kentucky. |
Haunted Places Near Winchester
4 reported haunted locations found near Winchester.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bluegrass Heritage Museum | There is a former medical clinic turned museum in downtown Winchester, Kentucky that seems to be haunted. The stories range from footsteps around, and above the listener to doors opening and closing themselves, and even sightings of full body apparitions of former clinic employees. Moving cold spots, fluctuating EMF readings, various orb photos, and such are common in the building especially on the third floor. There have been several very clear EVPs caught in and around the former operating ... |
| Conkwright Middle | In the library up stairs a friendly ghost haunts the library. The most trouble it ever gives anybody is mysteriously shutting down computers. |
| Jones Nursery Road | There is a sharp curve in the road where a car accident happened, killing the passengers in the car. At midnight on a full moon, you can sit on the side of the road down from the curve and wait for the ghost of a woman to appear and walk from the curve toward your car. Witnesses say if you shut your car off, you will have a hard time starting it again and leaving before she can get to you. And if you leave your car running, the engine tries to bog down and die. So far no one has stayed long e... |
| Wal-Mart | In 2003 there has been a suicide and a murder there. the suicide was a man that walked into an isle and shot himself. rumor is if you go to that isle you'll feel a cold wind rush past you and get the sense some one is behind you. a man shot his daughter in front of the store's doors for going with another man. rumor for that is at night you can hear someone running and screaming inside or in front of the store as if in need of help. |
Bigfoot Sightings Near Winchester
1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Winchester.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 2381: Boy has evening sighting while bike riding with brothers near Booneboro River | 1976 |
Meteorites Near Winchester
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Winchester.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Clark County | 1937 |
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What is the population of Winchester?
Winchester has a population of 19,133 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 2,073 people per square mile, spread across 7.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.8 years. The population is 54.1% female and 45.9% male.
Is Winchester expensive to live in?
Winchester is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $57,653, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $180,400 (36% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Winchester safe?
Winchester is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 166 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,800 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Winchester receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Winchester?
Winchester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Winchester?
The unemployment rate in Winchester is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,023. There are 646 business establishments in the area, including 30 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Winchester?
The median home value in Winchester is $180,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,754. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $261,750, with homes typically selling within 69 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $867. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,318.
How are the schools in Winchester?
Schools in Winchester score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.0% of adults in Winchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Winchester?
The obesity rate in Winchester is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 3.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 58.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,556.
What is transportation like in Winchester?
The average commute in Winchester is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Winchester?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Winchester is 86.2% White, 7.2% Black or African American, 3.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% Asian. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 22.8% of residents have a disability. 96.2% have health insurance coverage.
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