Winchester, Illinois
Winchester: county seat of Scott County, Illinois, USA
About
Winchester is a city located in the county of Scott in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,593 and a population density of 545 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,466 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Winchester
| Population | 1,466 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Scott County |
| Postal code | 62694 |
| Phone Area Codes | 217 |
| Area | 2.92 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.6298,-90.4562 |
| Capital city | Winchester is capital of Scott County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:36:50 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 502 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Winchester is located at 39°37'47"N 90°27'22"W (39.6297700, -90.4562400).
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 59. Southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Winchester decreased by 8.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,593 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,555 | -2.44% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,571 | 1.02% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,549 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,535 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,516 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,498 | -1.2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,477 | -1.42% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,460 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,467 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,466 | -0.07% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Winchester, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145691 | Illinois College | Jacksonville (IL) | 62650-2299 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Winchester, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRV | Carlinville | 128 Alton Rd. | RAIL |
| SPI | Springfield station | East Washington and North Third Sts. | RAIL |
| ALN | Alton | 3400 College Ave. | RAIL |
| QCY | Quincy | North 30th St. and Wisman Lane | RAIL |
| MAC | Macomb | 120 East Calhoun Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Winchester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Winchester Post Office | Winchester (IL) | 62694 |
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- Winchester, Nevada Nevada township with a population of 27,978 people.
- Winchester, Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 27,700 people.
- Winchester, Massachusetts town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, USA with a population of 22,678 people.
- Winchester, Kentucky city in and the county seat of Clark County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 18,659 people.
- Winchester, Tennessee city in Tennessee, USA with a population of 9,097 people.
- Winchester, Indiana city in White River Township, Randolph County, Indiana, United States with a population of 4,566 people.
- Winchester, New Hampshire town in Cheshire County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 4,217 people.
- Winchester, Wisconsin city in Vilas County, Wisconsin, United States of America with a population of 1,835 people.
- Winchester, Missouri city in St. with a population of 1,509 people.
- Winchester, Ohio village in Adams County, Ohio, United States with a population of 1,108 people.
- Winchester, Kansas city in Jefferson County, Kansas, United States with a population of 518 people.
- Winchester, Oklahoma town in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, United States with a population of 514 people.
- Winchester, Idaho city in Lewis County, Idaho, United States with a population of 443 people.
- Winchester, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 160 people.
Other cities in Scott County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Scott County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bluffs | 658 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Manchester | 269 | Village in Illinois |
| Alsey | 210 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Glasgow | 133 | Village in Scott County, Illinois, United States |
| Naples | 119 | Town in Scott county, Illinois, United States |
| Exeter | 60 | Village in Scott County, Illinois, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Winchester distances to largest Illinois cities