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Winona, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Winona is a small town in Texas with a population of 880. Residents earn $52,958 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
880 Population 571/sq mi density
$52,958 Median Income $23,793 per capita
$118,300 Home Value $227,965 Zillow
$1,136 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,958 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,300 home value, $1,136/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,958
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,136
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population880
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density571/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,958
Per Capita$23,793
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,300
Rent$1,136
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,965
Housing Units279
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured15.6%
Smoking18.1%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation412 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries6

Is Winona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winona is $52,958, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winona is $118,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Winona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Winona has a population of 880 with a density of 571 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%), with 25.5% Black.

Population

880
Total Population
571
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Winona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winona is $52,958, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Winona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,958
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Winona is $118,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,136 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$227,965

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,136
2% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.0%
Housing Units279
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate6.62%
In Winona, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.0%
Uninsured15.6%
81% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Winona has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation412 ft (126 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density571/sq mi
Coordinates32.4926°N, 95.1774°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density571/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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