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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,875 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,505 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $842 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,306 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.3% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 764 |
| County GDP | $1,207M |
| Restaurants | 55 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,168 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.33% |
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
| Census Median | $136,200 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $230,678 |
| Census Median Rent | $610 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,168 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.33% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.9% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,369/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Total Violent | 192.9/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 96.4/100K |
| Assault | 96.4/100K |
| Total Property | 964.3/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 96.4/100K |
| Theft | 578.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 289.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 17.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 976 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 535/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9435°N, 83.6541°W |
| County FIPS | 39015 |
Winner: Republican by 61.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.90 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 535/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 55 |
| Retail Stores | 103 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |