Winchester city, Virginia
Winchester city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Winchester city is a geographic entity located in Winchester city, Virginia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,913. The land area covers 9.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,913 | — | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.8 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,492 | ±329 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 12,541 | ±39 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,492 | ±329 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,049 | ±324 |
| Median Home Value | $343,000 | ±$19,190 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,315 | ±$78 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,974 | ±$2,269 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,588 | ±$2,208 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,749 | ±977 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,615 | ±600 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.4% | ±2.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Winchester | 06-08 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | 05-06 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | 07-08 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | 06-08 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-04 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-05 | Winchester, VA | |
| Regular School Winchester | PK-04 | Winchester, VA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WINCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1840 AMHERST ST, WINCHESTER, VA, 22601 |
(540) 536-8000
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Shenandoah University
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College | 1.1 mi away | 1460 University Dr, Winchester, VA, 22601-5195 |
5406654500
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HANDLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 100 W. PICCADILLY ST., WINCHESTER, VA, 22601 |
(540) 662-9041
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Laurel Ridge Community College
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College | 10.7 mi away | 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, 22645 |
8009065322
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MARY JANE AND JAMES L. BOWMAN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 971 TASKER RD., STEPHENS CITY, VA, 22655 |
(540) 869-9000
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American Public University System
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College | 18.7 mi away | 111 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
8777552787
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CLARKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 101 CHALMERS COURT, SUITE C, BERRYVILLE, VA, 22611 |
(540) 955-5144
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Catholic International University
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College | 18.7 mi away | 300 S. George Street, Charles Town, WV, 25414 |
88825442380
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SOUTH JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 49 CHURCH STREET, SUMMIT POINT, WV, 25446 |
(304) 725-6227
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Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
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College | 20.3 mi away | 13650 Apple Harvest Drive, Martinsburg, WV, 25403 |
3042604380
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at WINCHESTER, VA US, located 1.6 miles from Winchester city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.4° | 23.8° | 32.6° | 2.77" | 6.9" |
| February | 45.0° | 25.7° | 35.3° | 2.24" | 8.0" |
| March | 52.9° | 32.3° | 42.6° | 3.46" | 3.8" |
| April | 64.9° | 42.4° | 53.6° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| May | 73.2° | 52.3° | 62.8° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.9° | 61.1° | 71.5° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.9° | 65.6° | 75.8° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.3° | 63.7° | 74.0° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.2° | 56.5° | 66.8° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.6° | 44.6° | 55.1° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.7° | 35.3° | 45.0° | 2.79" | 0.6" |
| December | 45.0° | 28.1° | 36.5° | 3.10" | 3.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Stephens City town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Brucetown CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Boyce town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Shawneeland CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Gore CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5184096427. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.