Windsor, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $42,004

44% lower than US avg

Home Value $96,400

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.4%

57% lower than US avg

Median Rent $810

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.0%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.8%

78% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.3%

48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,038

Median Age38.2 yrs

Density1,255/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans9.1%

Economy

Median Income$42,004

Per Capita$23,521

Unemployment0.8%

Poverty18.3%

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$96,400

Rent$810

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$173,036

Housing Units1,303

Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity41.0%

Uninsured11.9%

Smoking24.0%

Depression28.8%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain40.7 in/yr

Sunny Days262/yr

Elevation922 ft (281 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.4%

High School+87.2%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute26 min

Broadband85.4%

Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Windsor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windsor is $42,004, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Windsor is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Windsor has a population of 3,038 with a density of 1,255 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,038

Total Population

1,255

People / sq mi

38.2yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%

Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.3%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.7%
	72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windsor is $42,004, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,521 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 6.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$42,004
	44% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.8%
	78% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.3%
	48% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.3 min
Drive Alone	86.3%
Public Transit	1.2%
Work from Home	6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Windsor is $96,400, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,036, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,303 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. 31.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$96,400
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$173,036

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$810
	30% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	76.1%
Housing Units	1,303
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

In Windsor, 41.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 36.3% have high blood pressure. 24.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 35.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.2% experience frequent mental distress. 11.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.0%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	12.6%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	36.3%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	11.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	24.0%
	71% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.2%
Physical Inactivity	35.5%
Depression	28.8%
Mental Distress	22.2%
Physical Distress	17.7%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.6%
Uninsured	11.9%
	38% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	49.5%

Food & Exercise

Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 262 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 40.7 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	54.2°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.7 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	922 ft (281 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density	1,255/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5322°N, 93.5222°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	33°F (1°C)	1.6 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.9 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.8 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	76°F (25°C)	3.8 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.4 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.8 in
November	44°F (6°C)	3.0 in
December	33°F (0°C)	2.0 in

Windsor has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 27°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (1.5").

14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet access. 86.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.4%
	57% below US avg
High School+	87.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	5.51

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,255/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.4%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.3 min
Drive Alone	86.3%
Public Transit	1.2%
Work from Home	6.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Windsor

What is the population of Windsor?

Windsor has a population of 3,038 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,255 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Windsor expensive to live in?

Windsor is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $42,004, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,400 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Windsor?

Windsor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Windsor?

The job market in Windsor is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 6.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Windsor?

The median home value in Windsor is $96,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,036. For renters, the median monthly rent is $810. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Windsor?

Schools in Windsor score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.4% of adults in Windsor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Windsor?

The obesity rate in Windsor is 41.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 24.0% of adults are smokers. 35.5% are physically inactive. 28.8% of residents report depression. 11.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate).

What is transportation like in Windsor?

The average commute in Windsor is 26 minutes. 86.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.2% use public transit, and 6.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Windsor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Windsor is 89.7% White, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 27.8% of residents have a disability. 89.6% have health insurance coverage.

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