Winchester, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Bourbon County County
Winchester, KY
At a Glance
How Winchester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Winchester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Winchester residents earn a median household income of $57,653 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,099. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 646 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winchester is $180,400 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,145. Median rent is $867/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Winchester reports 166 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,800/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in Winchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Winchester has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches.