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Crime in Winchester summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Winchester. Key points include:
There were 571 total crimes in Winchester in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 2,961.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 165.9 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 2,795.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Winchester is 39.73% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Winchester Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Winchester / 100k People |
Kentucky / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 571 | 2,961.2 | 1,563.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 32 | 165.9 | 213.1 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 6.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 6 | 31.1 | 35.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 16 | 83.0 | 139.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 539 | 2,795.2 | 1,349.9 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 42 | 217.8 | 193.6 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 470 | 2,437.4 | 930.2 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 27 | 140.0 | 226.2 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Winchester summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Winchester. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Kentucky. Key points include:
The cost of living in Winchester is 90 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Winchester is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Winchester is $256,848.
The median income in Winchester is $54,378.
Winchester's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Winchester Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Winchester | Kentucky | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 90 | 89 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 100 | 100 |
| Groceries | 96 | 98 | 100 |
| Health | 74 | 68 | 100 |
| Housing | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Transportation | 96 | 95 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Winchester, KY Weather
The average high in Winchester is 66.0° and the average low is 45.1°.
There are 83.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 45.6 inches of precipitation each year with 8.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Winchester |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.0 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 83.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 45.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 8.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Winchester Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Winchester
The current population in Winchester is 19,213. The population has increased 6.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 19,213 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 19,133 | 0.3% |
| 2022 | 19,080 | 0.5% |
| 2021 | 18,993 | 2.6% |
| 2020 | 18,520 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 18,429 | 0.1% |
| 2018 | 18,413 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 18,364 | -0.2% |
| 2016 | 18,395 | 0.0% |
| 2015 | 18,388 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 18,363 | -0.0% |
| 2013 | 18,366 | 0.3% |
| 2012 | 18,314 | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 18,245 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 18,132 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Winchester
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Winchester is:
84.8% White with 16,290 White residents.
4.7% African American with 911 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 22 American Indian residents.
1.3% Asian with 253 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 16 Other residents.
4.5% Two Or More with 873 Two Or More residents.
4.4% Hispanic with 848 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Winchester | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.8% | 81.5% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.7% | 7.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.5% | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 4.4% | 5.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Winchester
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Winchester is 52.4% female with 10,071 female residents.
Winchester is 47.6% male with 9,142 male residents.
| Gender | Winchester | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.5% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.5% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Winchester for adults over 25
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5.0% of adults in Winchester completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Winchester completed 9-12th grade.
36.0% of adults in Winchester completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Winchester completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Winchester completed associate's degree.
14.0% of adults in Winchester completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Winchester completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Winchester completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Winchester completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Winchester | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 36.0% | 33.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14.0% | 16.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Winchester, Kentucky
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5.5% of households in Winchester earn Less than $10,000.
8.1% of households in Winchester earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.2% of households in Winchester earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.8% of households in Winchester earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.8% of households in Winchester earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.1% of households in Winchester earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.2% of households in Winchester earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.1% of households in Winchester earn $100,000 to $149,999.
4.8% of households in Winchester earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.6% of households in Winchester earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Winchester | KY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.5% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8.1% | 5.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.2% | 8.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.8% | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.8% | 12.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.1% | 17.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.2% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.1% | 15.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.8% | 7.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.6% | 7.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
