Winchester town, Connecticut
Winchester town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Winchester town is a geographic entity located in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,360. The land area covers 32.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,360 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 49.1 yrs | ±6.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,043 | ±298 | 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 | 5,519 | ±321 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,043 | ±298 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 476 | ±186 |
| Median Home Value | $249,500 | ±$17,105 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,174 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,519 | ±$11,612 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,549 | ±$2,932 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±4.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,300 | ±417 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,004 | ±419 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.6% | ±3.6% |
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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GUS Population: 10,309 (2024)
ID: 161485
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN MANAGER
338 MAIN ST, WINSTED CT 06098-1697
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | New Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Avon, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Avon, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | New Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Barkhamsted, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Norfolk, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Canton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Canton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Canton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Canton, CT |
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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Westfield State University
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College | 21.4 mi away | 577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA, 01086-1630 |
4135725300
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BEARDSLEY & MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 40 MUNRO PLACE, WINCHESTER, CT, 06098 |
(860) 379-6043
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University of Saint Joseph
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College | 22.0 mi away | 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06117 |
8602324571
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NORFOLK LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 9 GREENWOODS ROAD EAST, NORFOLK, CT, 06058 |
(860) 542-5075
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University of Hartford
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College | 22.1 mi away | 200 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06117-1599 |
8607684100
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LICIA&MASON BEEKLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 10 CENTRAL AVE., NEW HARTFORD, CT, 06057 |
(860) 379-7235
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Belle Academy of Cosmetology LLC
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College Vocational | 23.0 mi away | 27A South Commons Road, Waterbury, CT, 06704-1035 |
2035280200
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BAKERVILLE LIBRARY, INC.
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 6 MAPLE HOLLOW RD., NEW HARTFORD, CT, 06057 |
(860) 482-8806
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Hartford International University for Religion and Peace
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College | 23.4 mi away | 77 Sherman Street, Hartford, CT, 06105-2260 |
8605099500
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HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 61 CENTER ST., HARTLAND, CT, 06091 |
(860) 238-4400
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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 NORFOLK 2 SW, CT US, located 6.5 miles from Winchester town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.8° | 14.1° | 21.9° | 3.97" | 17.8" |
| February | 32.3° | 15.4° | 23.9° | 3.33" | 17.5" |
| March | 40.4° | 22.8° | 31.6° | 4.21" | 14.9" |
| April | 54.0° | 34.0° | 44.0° | 3.93" | 3.9" |
| May | 65.3° | 45.4° | 55.3° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.4° | 54.5° | 64.0° | 4.96" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.4° | 59.5° | 69.0° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.4° | 58.1° | 67.3° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.0° | 50.9° | 60.0° | 4.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 56.5° | 39.7° | 48.1° | 5.14" | 1.4" |
| November | 44.9° | 30.2° | 37.5° | 4.07" | 4.4" |
| December | 34.6° | 21.1° | 27.9° | 4.86" | 15.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winsted CDP | CDP | 2.1 mi | — |
| Riverton CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Norfolk CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Pleasant Valley CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Torrington city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| New Hartford Center CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0916086440. • 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.