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Winchester, NV

Winchester is an unincorporated town and census-designated place (CDP) in Clark County, Nevada, United States that contains part of the Las Vegas Strip. It is one of several CDPs in the unincorporated urbanized area directly south of Las Vegas. The population was 36,403 at the 2020 census. It is governed by the Clark County Commission with advice from the Winchester Town Advisory Board. "Winchester, NV" does not appear in postal addresses; the United States Postal Service has assigned "Las Vegas, NV" as the place name for the ZIP codes containing Winchester.

The southern part of the Las Vegas Valley was referred to as Paradise Valley as early as 1910, owing to a high water table that made the land particularly fertile for farming. County commissioners established a Paradise school district in 1914. 

In 1950, Mayor Ernie Cragin of Las Vegas sought to annex the Las Vegas Strip, which was an unincorporated territory, to expand the city's tax base to fund his ambitious building agenda and pay down the city's rising debt. A group of casino executives, led by Gus Greenbaum of the Flamingo, lobbied the county commissioners for town status, which would prevent the city from annexing the land without the commission's approval. 

The commission voted to create the unincorporated town of Paradise on December 8, 1950. A month after its establishment, the town was expanded to include the residential areas of Paradise Valley. Months later, however, it was reported that county officials had determined that the town had not been properly established, because the petition for the town's formation had an insufficient number of signatures and because it had violated a state law forbidding the formation of a town spanning multiple school districts. 

Winchester sits in the east-central part of the Las Vegas Valley. To the north it borders Las Vegas, to the west and south is the CDP of Paradise, and to the east is Sunrise Manor.

Relative to streets, it is the area bordered by Sahara Avenue on the north, Boulder Highway on the east, Desert Inn Road on the south and the Union Pacific Railroad tracks on the west, with a few additional enclaves west of Interstate 15. The Strip casinos which are part of Winchester include the Sahara, Resorts World Las Vegas, Circus Circus, and the Westgate. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.3 square miles (11 km²), all land.

Winchester places a strong emphasis on health and wellness to its residents. Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center, the Southern Nevada Health District, and the University Medical Center (UMC) offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Las Vegas Athletic Club (LVAC) and Planet Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For a more holistic approach, visit The Salt Room to enjoy salt therapy sessions that help with respiratory and skin conditions. The Spa at Lakeside offers a serene environment for massages, facials, and body treatments. If you prefer outdoor activities, explore Red Rock Canyon for hiking and rock climbing.

The top sites in Winchester, NV are the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay, AREA15, and Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

Population: 37,531 (2022). Area: 12.85 km². ZIP code: 89121.Area code(s): 702 and 725. Elevation: 1,919 ft.

FAQs

Is Winchester, NV expensive to live in?

Winchester is ranked 111 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Winchester is 97.5% of the national average. The median household income in Winchester is $40,672, which is 38% less than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $28,744, which is 21% less than that of the state. The average rent in Winchester (located in Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $1,604, which is 9% more than the average rent across the US.

What are the demographics of Winchester, NV?

Winchester is a city located in Clark County Nevada. Winchester has a 2024 population of 38,760. Winchester is currently growing at a rate of 1.61% annually and its population has increased by 6.77% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 36,302 in 2020. White: 34.13% Other race: 26.28% Two or more races, 16.35% Black or African American: 13.21%, Asian: 7.7%, Native American: 1.62%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.71%.

Is Winchester, NV a good place to live?

Winchester is in Clark County. Living in Winchester offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Winchester there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Winchester and residents tend to be liberal.

Sources

Clark County NV

Wikipedia

Niche

World Population Review

Flyhomes

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

AREA15

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center

Southern Nevada Health District

University Medical Center (UMC)

Las Vegas Athletic Club (LVAC)

Planet Fitness

The Salt Room

Spa at Lakeside

Red Rock Canyon

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