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Winston County
City in Mississippi, United States
Overview
Winston County in northern Alabama is a laid-back destination known for its forested landscapes, friendly communities, and outdoor recreation. Visitors enjoy a slower pace, authentic Southern hospitality, and easy access to Bankhead National Forest and Smith Lake.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Mississippi
Population
17,714
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
33.09°, -89.03°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
80
Monthly Cost
$1,865
Local Cost
$1,120
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
45
English
100
Temperature
17.6°C
Summer Avg
27.2°C
Winter Avg
7.5°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-11.4°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1439 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LMS
Distance
7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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