Winder, GA

Georgia · Barrow County · Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro

Winder is a small city in Georgia with a population of 18,847. Residents earn $59,944 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

18,847 Population 1,263/sq mi density

$59,944 Median Income $30,341 per capita

$251,700 Home Value $339,255 Zillow

$1,092 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent

61°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr

277 Violent Crime/100K 4,115 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$59,944 median income, 2.8% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$251,700 home value, $1,092/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

277 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)

C+

Education

2.7 / 5.0

20.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $59,944

20% lower than US avg

Home Value $251,700

11% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 277/100K

27% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.8%

38% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,092

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.4%

16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,847

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density1,263/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 60%

Veterans7.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$59,944

Per Capita$30,341

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty10.4%

County GDP$3,796M

Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$251,700

Rent$1,092

Ownership66.8%

Zillow$339,255

Housing Units7,226

Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

Violent277/100K

Property4,115/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault209/100K

Burglary635/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured15.0%

Smoking15.8%

Depression20.2%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI44 (Good)

Rain50.9 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.8%

High School+86.9%

Graduate+7.7%

School Score5.29

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%

Commute33 min

Broadband89.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries3

Is Winder a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winder receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Winder has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winder is $59,944, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winder is $251,700, 11% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Winder is below the national average at 277 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,115 per 100,000, 110% above the national average.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Winder enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Winder has a population of 18,847 with a density of 1,263 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.1% female and 46.9% male. The city is predominantly White (59.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 19.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82.7% of residents, while 17.3% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 85.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,847

Total Population

1,263

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

12.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%

Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Winder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.7%

5% above US avg

Spanish 17.3%

29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Winder vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winder is $59,944, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,341 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,026, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,735 business establishments, including 117 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Winder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,944
	20% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,341
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,026
IRS Avg AGI	$65,425
Gini Index	0.391 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.4%
	16% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,735
County GDP	$3,796M

Business (County)

Restaurants	117
Healthcare	109
Retail	217
Manufacturing	70

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,146
	18% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.9 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winder is $251,700, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,255, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,092 (6% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,226 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1996. The average annual property tax is $4,146 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$251,700
	11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$339,255
Median List Price	$332,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$332,445
$/Sq Ft	$165
Homes Sold	13
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.2%
Price Drops	31.3%
Inventory	115

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,092
	6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$2,025
Rent Burden	31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$979
1 Bedroom	$1,023
2 Bedrooms	$1,203
3 Bedrooms	$1,524
4 Bedrooms	$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	66.8%
Owner-Occupied	66.8%
Renter-Occupied	33.2%
Housing Units	7,226
Median Year Built	1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,146
	18% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.65%

In Winder, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 15.2% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.2% report depression. 18.6% experience frequent mental distress. 15.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,561. The dentist ratio is 1:5,253. 67.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)

PM2.5

7.1

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

7.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

5.1

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

60.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.2

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

148.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	20.2%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.7%
Uninsured	15.0%
	74% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,561
Dentists	1:5,253
Mental Health	1:2,320
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	55.2%
Premature Death	9,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	67.3%
Healthcare Facilities	109

Winder has a violent crime rate of 277 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 209.5 per 100,000, robbery at 67.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,115 per 100,000, 110% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,176, burglary at 635, vehicle theft at 304 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Winder receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	277.1/100K
	27% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	67.6/100K
Assault	209.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,115.1/100K
	110% above US avg
Burglary	635.2/100K
Theft	3,175.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	304.1/100K
Arson	6.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13
Traffic Accidents	144
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Winder enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 958 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	61.3°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	958 ft (292 m)
Area	12.9 sq mi (33.5 km²)
Population Density	1,263/sq mi
Coordinates	33.9926°N, 83.7231°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Barrow County County
Nearest Airport	Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) 47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"

34% above US avg

Snowfall 0.5"

Wettest Month (Mar) 5.67"

Driest Month (Sep) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	44.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	45.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	14.1 / 100
Community Resilience	35.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Sep 12, 2022.

Jan 18, 2000	11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia	M3.5	122 km
Mar 18, 2003	11 km S of Rayle, Georgia	M3.5	84 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	146 km
Jan 3, 1992	4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina	M3.4	120 km
Dec 7, 2009	4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia	M3.2	126 km
Aug 1, 2009	8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee	M3.2	130 km
Apr 4, 2009	15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia	M3.1	99 km
Jun 23, 2008	10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.1	146 km
Oct 30, 1991	9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M3.1	136 km
Jan 21, 2022	16 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M2.9	141 km
Apr 26, 2013	9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia	M2.8	127 km
Dec 10, 2013	11 km SSE of Wildwood Lake, Tennessee	M2.8	150 km
Jul 5, 1996	7 km WNW of Marble, North Carolina	M2.8	137 km
Apr 6, 2017	6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia	M2.7	103 km
Apr 23, 1993	14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia	M2.7	106 km
Jul 4, 2012	11 km NNE of Deepstep, Georgia	M2.7	122 km
May 26, 1994	13 km E of Benton, Tennessee	M2.7	150 km
Jul 23, 1998	5 km SSE of Varnell, Georgia	M2.7	148 km
Sep 2, 2001	10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina	M2.7	128 km
Mar 26, 2019	10 km W of Forest Hills, North Carolina	M2.6	148 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Michael (2018, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2018	Michael	Category 1	211 km
1989	Hugo	Category 1	253 km
1985	Kate	Category 1	278 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

410 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 49 fatalities, 1,233 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	88 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	94 km	5
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	70 km	6
Apr 13, 2020	EF3	91 km	1
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	78 km	1
Feb 18, 2009	EF3	87 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	46 km	12
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	70 km	3
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	73 km	3
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	83 km	0
Feb 21, 1993	EF3	90 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF3	67 km	1
Mar 29, 1991	EF3	87 km	0
Nov 15, 1989	EF3	71 km	0
Mar 24, 1975	EF3	79 km	3
Dec 13, 1973	EF3	37 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	16 km	1
May 27, 1973	EF3	78 km	0
Jan 10, 1972	EF3	72 km	1
Apr 2, 1970	EF3	50 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,084 ac, 2015).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2015	UNNAMED	5,084	50 km
2010	COMPT 163	4,755	76 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,808	96 km
2007	14A-14B-15A-16E-17E	3,397	98 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,298	80 km
2006	10 A 11 E 11 W RX BURN	2,969	95 km
2007	UNNAMED	2,753	94 km
1988	COMP 10	2,588	95 km
2015	UNNAMED	2,574	91 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,433	95 km
2010	COMPT 120	2,412	91 km
1999	COMP 1312	2,401	95 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,294	90 km
2018	UNNAMED	2,286	58 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,201	64 km
2010	BRAMLETT RIDGE	2,200	95 km
2023	BRAMLETT RIDGE FY 23	2,172	95 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,143	93 km
2018	UNNAMED	2,133	95 km
2018	UNNAMED	2,101	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	43°F (6°C)	5.2 in	Coldest
February	45°F (7°C)	4.6 in
March	53°F (12°C)	5.7 in	Wettest
April	60°F (16°C)	4.3 in
May	68°F (20°C)	4.2 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
July	79°F (26°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	72°F (22°C)	3.4 in	Driest
October	61°F (16°C)	3.6 in
November	52°F (11°C)	3.7 in
December	45°F (7°C)	4.2 in

Winder has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (3.4").

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Winder is located in Barrow County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 20.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70% of the vote, a 40.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 109 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%

D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 40.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	13
Traffic Accidents	144
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.8%
	38% below US avg
High School+	86.9%
Graduate Degree+	7.7%
School Test Score	5.29

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,263/sq mi
Total Area	12.9 sq mi
County	Barrow County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
Avg Download Speed	86.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	38.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	109
Restaurants	117
Retail Stores	217

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.9 min
Drive Alone	79.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.9%

Average costs for common services in Winder. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit	$193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement	$193 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair	$963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement	$8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense	$4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation	$482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation	$2,408 ($963–$4,815)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$193 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$619
Toddler	$576
Preschool	$553
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$563
Toddler	$485
Preschool	$489

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Barrow County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	4,807	209	$50,237	2.00
Accommodation & Food Services	2,817	134	$23,256	1.29
Manufacturing	2,394	84	$68,527	1.21
Wholesale Trade	2,216	80	$63,285	2.33
Construction	1,919	248	$80,178	1.52
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,885	124	$56,634	0.55
Administrative & Waste Services	1,457	119	$39,563	1.03
Professional & Technical Services	711	146	$64,673	0.42
Other Services	615	126	$40,416	0.85
Transportation & Warehousing	511	60	$56,085	0.50
Finance & Insurance	299	82	$69,312	0.31
Educational Services	299	22	$21,445	0.60
Real Estate	177	68	$61,431	0.47
Arts & Entertainment	143	20	$23,320	0.35
Information & Technology	113	22	$46,200	0.25
Unclassified	57	118	$67,438	1.70
Utilities	55	4	$61,027	0.60
Management of Companies	18	6	$104,693	0.04

Hospitals in Winder

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
NGMC BARROW, LLC	Acute Care Hospitals	—	Yes	(770) 848-8611

Schools in Winder

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Apalachee High School	High	1,894	122	15.5:1
Winder-Barrow High School	High	1,787	118	15.1:1
Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy	High	1,064	65	16.4:1
Russell Middle School	Middle	931	57	16.3:1
Kennedy Elementary School	Elementary	928	67	13.9:1
Yargo Elementary School	Elementary	896	66	13.6:1
Holsenbeck Elementary School	Elementary	823	56	14.7:1
Haymon-Morris Middle School	Middle	809	55	14.7:1
Westside Middle School	Middle	736	55	13.4:1
Winder Elementary School	Elementary	654	53	12.3:1
County Line Elementary School	Elementary	588	47	12.5:1

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Radio Stations near Winder

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Conyers Old Time Radio	christmas, d-day	MP3 64 kbps
wuga	classical, folk	MP3 128 kbps
Classic Soul 1075	classic soul, neo soul	MP3 128 kbps
News/Talk 550 WDUN	news, talk	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Winder

14 campgrounds found near Winder.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
THOMPSON CREEK PARK SHELTER (GA)	5.0/5	1	Free
LANIER PARK SHELTER (GA)	4.9/5	1	$50
Toto Creek Campground	4.7/5	9	Free
DUCKETT MILL	4.5/5	111	Free
OLD FEDERAL	4.5/5	84	Free
BALD RIDGE CREEK	4.4/5	82	Free
BOLDING MILL	4.4/5	97	Free
Van Pugh South Day Use Facility	4.3/5	54	Free
SAWNEE	4.0/5	60	Free
WEST BANK PARK SHELTERS (GA)	3.6/5	2	$50
BUFORD DAM PARK SHELTERS (GA)	3.4/5	3	$50
BOLDING MILL SHELTERS (GA)	3.0/5	2	$50
LITTLE HALL SHELTER (GA)	3.0/5	1	$50
VAN PUGH NORTH PARK SHELTER (GA)	3.0/5	1	Free

National Parks Near Winder

32 national parks and monuments found near Winder.

Park	Type	Fee
A. H. Stephens State Park	State Park	Free
Amicalola Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	$5
Devils Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Don Carter State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Yargo State Park	State Park	Free
Hamburg Outdoor Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Hard Labor Creek State Park	State Park	Free
High Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park	National Battlefield Park	$5
Keowee-Toxaway State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Hartwell State Park	State Park	Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Moccasin Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Mossy Creek State Park	State Park	Free
North Oconee River Greenway	State Park	Free
Oconee State Park	State Park	Free
Panola Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
President's Park	State Park	Free
Richard B. Russell State Park	State Park	Free
Scott Hudgens Park	State Park	Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park	State Park	Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Tugaloo State Park	State Park	Free
Unicoi State Park	State Park	Free
Victoria Bryant State Park	State Park	Free
Vogel State Park	State Park	Free
Watson Mill Bridge State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Winder

3 trails found near Winder.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
FALLING CREEK TRAIL	4.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LAKE RUSSELL LOOP	4.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOARDING HOUSE TRAIL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Winder

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	14,786	$45,916
2015	15,262	$42,611
2017	16,235	$46,310
2019	18,016	$48,429
2021	18,825	$57,708
2023	19,756	$59,944

Museums in Winder

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MCDANIEL-TICHENOR HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7702675602	$167,519
CRAWFORD W. LONG MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7063675307	$1,799
BARROW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7703071183
BARROW COUNTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7703071183
BARROW PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRAYSON ARTS AND HISTORY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		6789857775
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WALTON COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	NORTH BROAD STREET	7702676663
MONROE CULTURAL & HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Winder

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
PIEDMONT REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM	189 BELLVIEW STREET	0.0	498,493

Farmers Markets in Winder

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Auburn Farmer's Market	corner of Fourth Avenue and Mt. Moriah Road	June to September	Wed:3:00 pm - 7:00 pm;		Visit
Grayson Farmers' Market	475 Grayson Parkway	01/08/2014 to 03/05/2014	Wed: 3:30 PM-7:30 PM;
Green Acres Farm Market	8865 Highway 53
Jefferson Farmers Market	Sycamore & Gordon Street	06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Midland Avenue Produce Jam	Midland Avenue	April to September	Sat:8:30 am - 12:00 pm;
Monroe Farmers Market	Court St	05/14/2016 to 10/08/2016	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Spout Springs Library Farmers Market	6488 Spout Springs Road	05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes
Statham Farmers Market	Railroad Street

Hotels in Winder

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jameson Inn Winder

Quality Inn

Restaurants in Winder

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Camino

Friends Winder Grill

Golden Corral

Pura Vida Juice Bar

Rancho Viejo Cantina & Terrace

Ruby Tuesday

Waffle House

Cafes in Winder

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Night Sky Coffee Roasters

Clinics in Winder

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

U.S. Renal Care

Gas Stations in Winder

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Citgo

Ingles Gas

Mobil

Murphy USA

Texaco

Banks in Winder

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ameris Bancorp

Bank of America

First American Bank & Trust

Truist

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Winder

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Breweries in Winder

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Legacy Beverage Center	Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Liquor Stores, Wine & Distilled Beverages Retail, Beer & Ale Ret	330 Athens Hwy
Sage City Grill	food and drink, Restaurants, Brewers, Wineries, recreation	137 S Broad St	7702071166
Toasted & Tapped	American Restaurant, Pub, Brewery	5603 Main St	7709678801	Visit

Nursing Homes in Winder

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WINDER HEALTH CARE & REHAB CTR 263 E MAY STREET	For profit - Corporation	163	139	2/5	—	2/5	2/5	7708672108

Pharmacies in Winder

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ASSISTED LIVING PHARMACY	35 WEST MIDLAND AVENUE	770-867-3550
CVS - 4389	6 WEST MAY STREET	770-867-7407
INGLES MARKETS - 57	285 NORTH BROAD STREET	770-867-7116
PUBLIX - 00480	17 MONROE HIGHWAY	770-307-2906
RITE AID - 11827	39 EAST MAY STREET	770-867-2525
SPINE CARE AND PAIN MANAGEMENT	24 AMHERST DRIVE	678-963-2160
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 520	440 ATLANTA HIGHWAY NORTHWEST	770-307-1272
WALGREENS - 12726	10 EAST MAY STREET	678-425-6954

Cell Towers in Winder

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4262 FRIENDSHIP RD (5947)	GTOWER	258
3555 Puckett Road (84493)	GTOWER	187
4650 HOLLY SPRINGS RD (93319)	GTOWER	149
STATE HWY 131	TOWER	111
STATE HWY 131	TOWER	111
6526 MCEVER ROAD (71911)	LTOWER	90
3048 COWN RD	TOWER	89
3048 COWN RD	TOWER	89
1401 MOORES FORD RD	TOWER	88
1401 MOORES FORD RD (97361)	GTOWER	88
1011 HWY 124 (71884)	LTOWER	88
955 SNIP DILLARD RD (5994)	GTOWER	81
135 GORDON FARM ROAD (67112)	LTOWER	81
493 Patrick Mill RD (5997)	LTOWER	80
315 Hope Haven Rd (103795)	MTOWER	80
151 TOM WHITE RD (92841)	LTOWER	80
2466 OLD HAMILTON RD	TOWER	80
2466 OLD HAMILTON RD	TOWER	80
401 S. Broad St (57960)	GTOWER	79
3284 Roy Parks Road (35701)	LTOWER	79
1042 CLARKTOWN RD (71882)	LTOWER	79
2010 Old Flowery Branch Road (126727)	LTOWER	79
734 Mulberry Road (92881)	LTOWER	78
933 JEFFERSON HIGHWAY (114391)	MTOWER	61
Hill top, 0.5 mile North of Carl	TOWER	61
Hill top, 0.5 mile North of Carl	TOWER	61
1565 Mineral Springs Rd NE (128762)	MTOWER	61
402 PLEASANT HILL CHURCH	TOWER	61
402 PLEASANT HILL CHURCH	TOWER	61
560 Charlie Smith Road (92840)	MTOWER	60

Fire Stations in Winder

Name	Address	Type	Phone
AASF # 1	889 Ronald Wood RD	Volunteer	770-867-6214
Barrow County Emergency Services	222 Pleasant Hill Church RD NE	Career	770-307-2987
City of Winder Fire Department	90 N Broad ST	Mostly career	770-867-3212

Power Plants Near Winder

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
GEORGIA LFG OAK GROVE PLANT	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-83.8	OP

Bridges in Winder

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1970	31	15,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	32	14,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	56	9,690	G
Culvert	Concrete	1935	32	9,240	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	22	2,460	F
Culvert	Concrete	1969	33	1,970	G
Culvert	Concrete	1957	21	1,728	G
Culvert	Concrete	1976	29	770	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	42	410	G

Correctional Facilities in Winder

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BARROW COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	652 BARROW PARK DRIVE	COUNTY	222	372	OPEN

Airports Near Winder

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport	ATL	Large Airport
Athens Ben Epps Airport	AHN	Medium Airport
DeKalb Peachtree Airport	PDK	Medium Airport
Aerie Airport	—	Small Airport
Aiken Field	—	Small Airport
Air Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Alcovy Airport	—	Small Airport
Apalachee Bluff Airpark	—	Small Airport
Arrendale Forest Strip	—	Small Airport
Atlanta Speedway Airport	—	Small Airport
B Tree Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Barrow County Airport	WDR	Small Airport
Beaverbrook Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Berry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Broad River Air Park	—	Small Airport
Brook Bridge Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Cedar Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherokee County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Chigger Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Chukkar Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Covington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cox Field	—	Small Airport
Deer Crossing Airport	—	Small Airport
Deerfield Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond S Airport	—	Small Airport
Doug Bolton Field	—	Small Airport
Dream Team Airport	—	Small Airport
Ebeneezer Airport	—	Small Airport
Elliott Field	—	Small Airport
Fly-N-S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying B Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Franklin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorden E Bellah International Airport	—	Small Airport
Grant Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Gwinnett County Briscoe Field	LZU	Small Airport
Habersham County Airport	—	Small Airport
Halls Flying Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hannah Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Hay Field	—	Small Airport
High Valley Airpark	—	Small Airport
Home Field	—	Small Airport
Hudson River Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackson County Airport	—	Small Airport
Jim's Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Kennedy Intranational Airport	—	Small Airport
Kintail Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport	GVL	Small Airport
Lenora Airport	—	Small Airport
Lola Landing Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Winder

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone




Auburn Police Department
Braselton Police
City of Hoschton Police Department
City of Satham Police Department
Gwinnett County Police Department
Gwinnett County Police Department Aviation Unit
Gwinnett County Police Department Aviation Unit
Gwinnett County Police Department Aviation Unit
Hall County Sheriff's Office South Precinct	7345 Cody Drive
Jackson County Jail	555 Jackson Pkwy
Jackson County Sheriff's Office	555 General Jackson Dr
Monroe Police Department	140 Blaine Street
Walton County Sheriff's Office	1425 South Madison Avenue

Grocery Stores in Winder

36 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 76024	Supermarket	160 W May St
B&T's Food Fresh 20	Supermarket	208 N Broad St
Barrow County Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	30 North Broad Street
Bethlehem African Caribbean Tropical Market	Convenience Store	243 N Broad St
CARNICERIA POTOSINA	Supermarket	186 W May St
Chevron Food Mart 0	Convenience Store	113 S Broad St
Circle K #216	Convenience Store	731 Highway 211 NW
Circle K 2723345	Convenience Store	93 E May St
Citgo Food Mart	Convenience Store	53 Monroe Hwy
CVS Pharmacy 4389	Other	6 W May St
Dollar General 14845	Other	240 2nd St
Dollar General 21215	Other	648 Rockwell Church Rd NW
DOLLAR GENERAL 3538	Other	155 W Athens St
Dollar Tree 5040	Other	95 N Broad St
Family Dollar 105	Other	208 N Broad St
INGLES MARKETS 57	Supermarket	283 N Broad St
Jv International Llc	Convenience Store	115 King St
La Jalisco Of Winder Llc	Grocery Store	39 E May St
Mcneal Grocery Store	Convenience Store	119 McNeal Rd
Midlandsuperette	Convenience Store	121 W Midland Ave
Murphy USA 6766	Convenience Store	438 Atlanta Hwy NW
New Winder Food Mart	Convenience Store	220 E May St
PUBLIX 0480	Supermarket	17 Monroe Hwy
Publix Super Market 1685	Supermarket	401 Gainesville Hwy
Quick Pantry	Convenience Store	141 N Broad St
Quick Shop Horton	Convenience Store	11 Horton St
Racetrac 2544	Convenience Store	839 Loganville Hwy
Short Stop	Convenience Store	228 N Broad St
Supermercado La Silleta	Grocery Store	105 E May St
Sy Food Mart	Convenience Store	183 W Athens St
Vasquez Quick Stop	Convenience Store	229 N Broad St
Walgreens 12726	Other	10 E May St
Walmart Supercenter 520	Super Store	440 Atlanta Hwy NW
Winder Food Mart	Convenience Store	64 E May St
Winder Oriental Market	Other	201 W Athens St
Winder Quality Foods LLC	Super Store	208 N Broad St

Post Offices in Winder

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Winder Post Office

Treatment Centers in Winder

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Comprehensive Counseling Services	Substance Abuse	678-425-0975
Genesis Center of Winder LLC	Substance Abuse	404-558-6852
Murray Medical and Wellness Center - Oakwood	Both	770-503-9285
Ridgeview Institute of Monroe	Substance Abuse	678-635-3500

DOL Wage Violations in Winder

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $160,405 in back wages owed to 155 employees.

Violations

$160,405

Back Wages Owed

155

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Davis Tooling, LLC	—	—	30680	—	1	$39,943	$3,073	13
SOUTHEAST CULVERT, INC. [OSHA]	—	SOUTHEAST CULVERT, INC	30680	Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing	1	$33,958	$1,998	17
Alright Concrete Inc	—	—	30680	—	1	$24,595	$4,099	6
ATHENS BUILDING SUPPLY [OSHA]	—	—	30680	Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers	1	$18,632	$311	60
Puckett Foundation	—	—	30680	—	1	$15,206	$661	23
211 Waste & Recycling	—	—	30680	—	1	$13,308	$2,218	6
Comfort Inn Motel	—	Choice Hotels	30680	—	1	$7,742	$704	11
QUALITY FOODS OF WINDER, LLC.	—	—	30680	—	1	$2,772	$554	5
Huddle House Winder	—	—	30680	—	1	$1,320	$132	10
Palmetto Subhouse, LLC DBA Firehouse Subs	—	—	30680	—	1	$1,304	$1,304	1
Oak pointe senior living llc	—	—	30680	—	1	$911	$911	1
84 Lumber Company	—	—	30680	—	1	$655	$655	1
Mellow Mushroom	—	—	30608	—	1	$61	$61	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Winder

48 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT GRACE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES AGIM INC	2734 BERKSHIRE DR
ALLIANCE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE CH RISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE INC	630 ROSEBUD LN
APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST	270 BILL RUTLEDGE RD
BARROW MINISTRY VILLAGE INC	70 CHURCH ST STE 200
BONDSERVANTS OF CHRIST INC	174 HEARTLAND CIR
CEDAR CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH	403 CEDAR CREEK RD
CHANGE U MINISTRIES INC	2012 MASSEY LN
CHRIST THE KING GHANA METHODIST CHURCH LLC	208 N BROAD ST STE C
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	KING AND WRIGHT STS
COACHES WIVES MINISTRY GLOBAL INC	1951 HEARTHSTONE CT
COME ALIVE MINISTRIES OF BARROW CO INC	46 S BROAD STREET SUITE A WINDER GA
COVENANT LIFE SANCTUARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC	115 PATRICK MILL RD SW
EAST SIDE BAPTIST CHURCH OF WINDER INC	PO BOX 725
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	275 N 5TH AVE
FIRST PENTECOSTAL SLAVIC CHURCH INC	1389 ATLANTA HWY SE
GRACE WORKS CONSULTING	830 CRYSTAL MEADOW DR
HMONG CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE CHURCH	494 ATLANTA HWY NW
HOUSE OF PRAYER DELIVERANCE MINISTRY INC	108 LIGHTHOUSE WAY
IGLESIA DE CRISTO MISIONERA DE AVIVAMIENTO INC	100 LIGHTHOUSE WAY
IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL EL TABERNACULO DE WINDER INC	72 MATTHEWS SCHOOL RD
INDIA GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP	141 PINKSTON CT
KINGDOM CULTURE CHURCH INC	306 RYAN RD
LIVING SACRIFICE FOR CHRIST MINISTRIES INC	340 SHENANDOAH CIR
MORNINGSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH	580 MILES PATRICK RD
NORTH EAST GEORGIA HOMELESS VETERANS SHELTER INC	80 MLK JR DR
NORTHSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	473 JEFFERSON HWY
PHILIP G COVONE EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED	154 FINCH LANDING RD
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD ALL NATIONS PARISH INC	243 N BROAD ST
REFINED YOUTH MINISTRIES INC	992 HANCOCK BRIDGE RD
RHEMA WORD NEW LIFE APOSTOLIC DI - DELIVERANCE INTERNATIONAL MIN	263 RYAN RD
RIVER HILLS CHURH OF BETHLEHEM	416 ARGONNE RD
ROCKWELL UNIVERSALIST CHURCH	295 HOLSENBECK SCHOOL RD
SAFE HARBOR MINISTRIES INC	935 WIDENER MEMORIAL BLVD
SALMOS MINISTRIES INC	570 GOLF COURSE RD
SALVAGE BAPTIST CHURCH	26 S WILLIAMS ST
SOURCE OF LIFE WORSHIP CENTER	112 W ATHENS ST
SPIRITUAL OFFICERS ACADEMY INC	900 JACKSON TRAIL RD
ST ANTHONYS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	174 SAINT ANTHONY DR
ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH WINDER INC	25 WILKINS RD
TEMPLO INTERNACIONAL DE RESTAURACION GEORGIA INC	22 S WILLIAMS ST
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF BARROW COUNTY INC	RR 1
THE POINTE CHURCH GA INC	61 EMMA LN
THE SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE INC	513 TUCKER RD
THOUSAND HILLS MINISTRY	42 STRAWBERRY CT
UNION BAPTIST CHURCH	534 ROCKWELL CHURCH RD NE
WHISTLEVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	83 PATRICK MILL RD SW
WINDER WESLEYAN CHURCH	64 E MIDLAND AVE
WINDER-FREELIFE CHURCH	PO BOX 1362

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Frequently Asked Questions About Winder

What is the population of Winder?

Winder has a population of 18,847 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 1,263 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.1% female and 46.9% male.

Is Winder expensive to live in?

Winder has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $59,944, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $251,700 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Winder safe?

Winder is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 277 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,115 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Winder receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Winder?

Winder enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Winder?

The job market in Winder is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,026. There are 1,735 business establishments in the area, including 117 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Winder?

The median home value in Winder is $251,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,255. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,146.

How are the schools in Winder?

Schools in Winder score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.8% of adults in Winder hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Winder?

The obesity rate in Winder is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression. 15.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,561.

What is transportation like in Winder?

The average commute in Winder is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Winder?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Winder is 59.5% White, 19.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 82.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 17.3% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 85.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Russell, GA 1,335 pop · 2.0 mi Auburn, GA 8,222 pop · 6.5 mi Hoschton, GA 3,700 pop · 6.8 mi Statham, GA 2,902 pop · 7.1 mi Braselton, GA 14,139 pop · 9.5 mi Dacula, GA 7,135 pop · 10.2 mi Bogart, GA 1,298 pop · 11.3 mi Jefferson, GA 14,249 pop · 12.1 mi Pendergrass, GA 2,261 pop · 12.2 mi Arcade, GA 1,705 pop · 12.5 mi Monroe, GA 15,336 pop · 13.5 mi Loganville, GA 14,878 pop · 14.7 mi Grayson, GA 4,699 pop · 15.2 mi Lawrenceville, GA 30,626 pop · 15.7 mi

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Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 24/32

Explore (Map Features) 3/3

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

People

Economy

Housing

Crime

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Winder a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Safety & Crime

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Winder vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Winder vs U.S. Average

Income: Winder vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure