Winchester No. 2 precinct, Illinois
Winchester No. 2 precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Winchester No. 2 precinct is a geographic entity located in Scott County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 814. The land area covers 9.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 814 | ±147 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 340 | ±61 | 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 | 373 | ±66 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 340 | ±61 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 33 | ±27 |
| Median Home Value | $119,400 | ±$31,387 |
| Median Gross Rent | $583 | ±$391 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,719 | ±$11,252 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,882 | ±$8,439 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.9% | ±10.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 200 | ±91 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 291 | ±68 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.5% | ±9.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF SCOTT
GUS Population: 4,880 (2024)
ID: 189912
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
35 E MARKET ST, WINCHESTER IL 62694-1216
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Jacksonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bluffs, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bluffs, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bluffs, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Jacksonville, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Jacksonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Jacksonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Griggsville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Perry, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Griggsville, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Illinois College
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College | 12.6 mi away | 1101 West College Ave, Jacksonville, IL, 62650-2299 |
2172453000
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WINCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 215 NORTH MAIN STREET, WINCHESTER, IL, 62694 |
(217) 742-3150
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BLUFFS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 110 NORTH BLUFF STREET, BLUFFS, IL, 62621 |
(217) 754-3804
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M-C RIVER VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 304 MAIN STREET, MEREDOSIA, IL, 62665 |
(217) 584-1571
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JACKSONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 201 WEST COLLEGE AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE, IL, 62650 |
(217) 243-5435
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ROODHOUSE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 220 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, ROODHOUSE, IL, 62082 |
(217) 589-5123
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GRIGGSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 119 SOUTH COREY STREET, GRIGGSVILLE, IL, 62340 |
(217) 833-2633
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WHITE HALL TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 119 EAST SHERMAN STREET, WHITE HALL, IL, 62092 |
(217) 374-6014
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PITTSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 205 NORTH MEMORIAL STREET, PITTSFIELD, IL, 62363 |
(217) 285-2200
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BEARDSTOWN HOUSTON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 13 BOULEVARD ROAD, BEARDSTOWN, IL, 62618 |
(217) 323-4204
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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, IL US, located 2.1 miles from Winchester No. 2 precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.7° | 17.8° | 26.7° | 2.26" | — |
| February | 41.1° | 21.3° | 31.2° | 2.14" | — |
| March | 52.5° | 30.5° | 41.5° | 3.06" | — |
| April | 65.1° | 41.0° | 53.0° | 4.40" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 52.1° | 63.5° | 4.81" | — |
| June | 83.6° | 61.8° | 72.7° | 4.99" | — |
| July | 86.8° | 65.1° | 76.0° | 3.97" | — |
| August | 86.1° | 62.8° | 74.5° | 3.47" | — |
| September | 80.1° | 53.8° | 66.9° | 3.03" | — |
| October | 67.8° | 42.5° | 55.1° | 3.09" | — |
| November | 52.7° | 31.6° | 42.1° | 2.75" | — |
| December | 40.9° | 23.3° | 32.1° | 2.43" | — |
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 | 2.4 mi | — |
| Riggston CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Exeter village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Merritt CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Oxville CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Lynnville village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1717193798. • 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.