Winton, CA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
11,429 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,884 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$296,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$445 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$848 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Merced County
6
Merced Metro Area
6
California
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer Mediterranean climate. Hot dry summers and mild wetter winters typical of Mediterranean regions. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 46
Feb 3 1 50
Mar 2 1 53
Apr 1 0 58
May 1 0 65
Jun 0 0 72
Jul 0 0 77
Aug 0 0 75
Sep 0 0 71
Oct 1 0 63
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 2 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Sybil N Crookham Elementary
<1 miles, NE · 2.3star
Frank Sparkes Elementary
<1 miles, SW · 3.2star
Winton Middle
<1 miles, SW · 2.3star
Winfield Elementary
<1 miles, E · 2.3star

Colleges

Merced College
8 miles, SE · 1.4star
Sierra College of Beauty
9 miles, SE · 1star
Milan Institute-Merced
9 miles, SE · 1star

Hospitals

Mercy Medical Center
9 miles, SE · 1.4star
Emanuel Medical Center
15 miles, NW · 1.4star
Memorial Hospital Los Banos
26 miles, SW · 3.2star

Airports

Stockton Metropolitan Airport
49 miles, N · 1star
Monterey Regional Airport
87 miles, W · 1star