Winchester, NH
Full City Profile · New Hampshire · Cheshire County County
Winchester, NH
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 $65,893 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,169. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,280 business establishments, including 189 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Winchester is $206,900 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $307,839. Median rent is $1,028/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 104.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Winchester reports 443 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,144/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Winchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Winchester has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.