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Winston, MO

Missouri

Winston is a small town in Missouri with a population of 153. Residents earn $50,500 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
153 Population 494/sq mi density
$50,500 Median Income $21,403 per capita
$64,500 Home Value $236,434 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,500 home value, $742/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,500
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,500
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population153
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density494/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,500
Per Capita$21,403
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.8%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,500
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,434
Housing Units85
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking21.9%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute33 min
Broadband54.0%

Is Winston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winston 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winston is $50,500, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.8% 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 Winston is $64,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Winston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Winston has a population of 153 with a density of 494 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

153
Total Population
494
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Winston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winston is $50,500, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Winston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,500
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winston is $64,500, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,434.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,500
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,434

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Winston, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits51.5%

Food & Exercise

Winston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.7 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,066 ft (325 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density494/sq mi
Coordinates39.8700°N, 94.1399°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density494/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

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