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Winchester, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Winchester is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 619. Residents earn $86,458 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
619 Population 268/sq mi density
$86,458 Median Income $40,073 per capita
$222,900 Home Value
$958 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$86,458 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,900 home value, $958/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,458
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,900
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $958
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population619
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density268/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,458
Per Capita$40,073
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$13,881M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,900
Rent$958
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units260
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.3%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation822 ft (251 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+98.4%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute22 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries5

Is Winchester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winchester receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Winchester stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winchester is $86,458, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winchester is $222,900, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $958 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Winchester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Winchester has a population of 619 with a density of 268 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

619
Total Population
268
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Winchester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winchester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winchester is $86,458, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Winchester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,458
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$77,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,383
County GDP$13,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare514
Retail447
Manufacturing288

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winchester is $222,900, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $958 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,900
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$958
18% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units260
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,070
102% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Winchester, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking25.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death7,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities514
Winchester has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density268/sq mi
Coordinates44.1982°N, 88.6599°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55139
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+98.4%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density268/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities514
Restaurants403
Retail Stores447

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.9%

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