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Winchester, Virginia

       
Total population 25,265 Average January/July temperatures 31.6° / 70.7°
Median home price $ 240,500 Annual Precipitation 46.26 in. /yr.

Winchester, Virginia

This residential community is famous for its apples.

Cultural Attractions
The Old Court House Civil War Museum, used as a hospital during the war, features many artifacts and a gift shop.
Economy
Winchester is the home of Shenandoah University and Conservatory of Music, which has a strong economic impact on the town.
Geography
Winchester sits in northwestern Virginia, in the Shenandoah Valley.
Historical
This town served as the headquarters for George Washington and his troops during the French and Indian War.
Recreation
Winchester has parks and trails for hiking and horseback riding, and the Rock Harbor Golf Course offers lessons, clinics, and other programs from PGA professionals.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 40.97 ° / 22.22 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 80.9 ° / 60.41 °
Precipitation (?) 46.26 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) N/A
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 51
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 79
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 240,500
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $40828.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $36690
Maximum state income tax (?) 5.75 %
State sales tax (?) 5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .270 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 1
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 0
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 2
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 24
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 4
Number of libraries within the county (?) 3
Number of museums within the county (?) 10
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 1
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 25,265
Population density (?) 2,727 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 61.0% growth
Population over 55 (?) 6,509 people
Education (?) 20 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 6
Number of clinics within the county (?) 4
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 11
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