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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 711 total crimes in Winchester in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 2,566.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 238.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Winchester is 2,328.5 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Winchester is 21.12% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Winchester Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Winchester / 100k People |
Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 711 | 2,566.8 | 1,787.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 66 | 238.3 | 217.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 10 | 36.1 | 33.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 23 | 83.0 | 152.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 645 | 2,328.5 | 1,569.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 56 | 202.2 | 108.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 562 | 2,028.9 | 1,315.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 27 | 97.5 | 145.1 | 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 Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Winchester is 112 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Winchester is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Winchester is $399,456.
The median income in Winchester is $63,974.
Winchester's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Winchester Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Winchester | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 112 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 105 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 128 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 104 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 104 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Winchester, VA Weather
The average high in Winchester is 64.6° and the average low is 42.4°.
There are 72.4 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 38.4 inches of precipitation each year with 22.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Winchester |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 64.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.4 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 38.4 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 22.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Winchester, VA Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Winchester
We only spent a day in Winchester, but it was a sweet little town, full of heritage. The shop owners were friendly. We visited an art exhibit in a beautiful garden, and everyone was so welcoming. Housing prices are amazing.
Had gelato in a great little town square. If it wasn't such a far drive from where we work, I'd move there!
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Winchester Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Winchester
The current population in Winchester is 27,913. The population has increased 7.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27,913 | -0.2% |
| 2023 | 27,981 | -0.4% |
| 2022 | 28,103 | -0.3% |
| 2021 | 28,194 | 1.0% |
| 2020 | 27,912 | 0.1% |
| 2019 | 27,897 | 0.4% |
| 2018 | 27,789 | 1.0% |
| 2017 | 27,516 | 0.6% |
| 2016 | 27,349 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 27,168 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 27,031 | 1.7% |
| 2013 | 26,587 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 26,330 | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 26,117 | 0.6% |
| 2010 | 25,953 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Winchester
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Winchester is:
61.4% White with 17,126 White residents.
7.7% African American with 2,156 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 41 American Indian residents.
2.2% Asian with 608 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.8% Other with 221 Other residents.
6.9% Two Or More with 1,913 Two Or More residents.
21.0% Hispanic with 5,848 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Winchester | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.4% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.7% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.2% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.9% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 21.0% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Winchester
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Winchester is 50.7% female with 14,153 female residents.
Winchester is 49.3% male with 13,760 male residents.
| Gender | Winchester | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.4% | 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.
7.0% of adults in Winchester completed 9-12th grade.
30.0% of adults in Winchester completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Winchester completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Winchester completed associate's degree.
18.0% of adults in Winchester completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Winchester completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Winchester completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Winchester completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Winchester | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 18.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Winchester, Virginia
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6.9% of households in Winchester earn Less than $10,000.
3.0% of households in Winchester earn $10,000 to $14,999.
10.2% of households in Winchester earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.7% of households in Winchester earn $25,000 to $34,999.
11.3% of households in Winchester earn $35,000 to $49,999.
20.6% of households in Winchester earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.8% of households in Winchester earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.9% of households in Winchester earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.1% of households in Winchester earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.6% of households in Winchester earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Winchester | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.9% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 3.0% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.2% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.7% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 11.3% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.6% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.8% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.9% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.1% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.6% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
