Winchester, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
27,981 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,648 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$325,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,090 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Winchester City
4
Winchester Metro Area
2
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Winchester City
6
Winchester Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 31
Feb 2 7 34
Mar 3 3 41
Apr 3 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, VA State Senate District 1, VA State House District 32, VA
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Schools

John Handley High
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Garland R Quarles Elem
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
James Wood Middle
1 miles, N • 4.6 star
John Kerr Elem
1 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Shenandoah University
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Lord Fairfax Community College
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Winchester Medical Center
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
Warren Memorial Hospital
17 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Jefferson Medical Center
19 miles, E • 4.1 star
Berkeley Medical Center
23 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
73 miles, SW • 1 star
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