Median Income
$72,981
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Windsor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,121
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,019/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B+
Median Income$72,981
Per Capita$31,704
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$12,159M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,080
Health
Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation956 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 50%
Commute26 min
Libraries9
Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $72,981, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Windsor is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 86.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Windsor has a population of 1,121 with a density of 1,019 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Windsor is $72,981, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,981 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,704 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,181 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,184 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.9% |
| 92% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,376 |
| County GDP | $12,159M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 504 |
| Healthcare | 494 |
| Retail | 617 |
| Manufacturing | 152 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,950 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
The median home value in Windsor is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,080.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,600 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,080 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $617 |
| 47% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,950 |
| 127% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.28% |
In Windsor, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Windsor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 9,128/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 494 |
Crime Rates: Windsor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
Safety Score
Windsor has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 86.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 956 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,019/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0772°N, 75.6405°W |
| County FIPS | 36007 |