Winchester, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Winchester is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,402. Residents earn $40,875 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,402 Population 535/sq mi density
$40,875 Median Income $18,505 per capita
$136,200 Home Value $230,678 Zillow
$610 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
193 Violent Crime/100K 964 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$40,875 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$136,200 home value, $610/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
193 violent crimes/100K (49% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,875
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,200
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 193/100K
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $610
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,402
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density535/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,875
Per Capita$18,505
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$1,207M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,200
Rent$610
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,678

Crime

F
Violent193/100K
Property964/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault96/100K
Burglary96/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation976 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winchester has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winchester is $40,875, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winchester is $136,200, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $610 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Winchester is below the national average at 193 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 964 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Winchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winchester has a population of 1,402 with a density of 535 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

1,402
Total Population
535
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchester is $40,875, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,875
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,505
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$58,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$1,207M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare78
Retail103
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchester is $136,200, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $610 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,678.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,200
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,678

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$610
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,168
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Winchester, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities78
Winchester has a violent crime rate of 193 per 100,000 residents, 49% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 964 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent192.9/100K
49% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery96.4/100K
Assault96.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property964.3/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary96.4/100K
Theft578.6/100K
Vehicle Theft289.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Winchester has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation976 ft (297 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density535/sq mi
Coordinates38.9435°N, 83.6541°W
County FIPS39015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.5%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density535/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants55
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

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