Winston, Oregon facts for kids
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Winston, Oregon
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| Motto(s):
"Home of Wildlife Safari"
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Douglas |
| Incorporated | 1955 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.76 sq mi (7.15 km2) |
| • Land | 2.76 sq mi (7.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,625 |
| • Density | 2,037.31/sq mi (786.66/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97496
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-83400 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412287 |
| Website | winstoncity.org |
Winston is a city in Douglas County, Oregon, in the United States. It is located about 7 miles southwest of Roseburg. In 2020, the city had a population of 5,625 people. Winston is most famous for being the home of Wildlife Safari, a popular animal park.
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History of Winston
Winston has an interesting past, from its early connections to nearby towns to becoming an official city.
How Winston Became a City
In 1920, a road called Oregon Route 99 was finished. This road connected Winston directly with the nearby town of Dillard. Before this road, the Umpqua River made it hard to travel between the two places.
The city was officially started in 1953. At first, it was called "Coos Junction." Gene Geyer was the first City Recorder, which is like a city secretary. The next year, Paul Bender became the first mayor of Coos Junction. In 1955, the city approved new rules for how it would be run, and its name was officially changed to Winston.
Wildlife Safari and Its Famous Cheetah
The Wildlife Safari opened its doors in Winston in 1972. This park is a big reason why many people know about Winston. In 1986, a special bronze statue was placed in the middle of town. This statue remembers a cheetah from the safari named Khayam, who was very special to the park.
Geography and Climate
Winston is located in a beautiful part of Oregon and has a unique weather pattern.
Where is Winston Located?
The city of Winston covers an area of about 2.76 square miles (7.15 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
What is Winston's Climate Like?
Winston has a type of weather called a Mediterranean climate. This means it has dry summers with cool mornings and hot afternoons. The winters are usually chilly and rainy.
| Climate data for Winston, Oregon | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 72 (22) |
78 (26) |
85 (29) |
95 (35) |
107 (42) |
110 (43) |
111 (44) |
110 (43) |
106 (41) |
101 (38) |
79 (26) |
73 (23) |
111 (44) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 49.6 (9.8) |
53.8 (12.1) |
58.7 (14.8) |
63.2 (17.3) |
70.4 (21.3) |
76.4 (24.7) |
84.7 (29.3) |
85.1 (29.5) |
79.4 (26.3) |
67.2 (19.6) |
54.1 (12.3) |
47.9 (8.8) |
65.9 (18.8) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 36.0 (2.2) |
36.5 (2.5) |
38.5 (3.6) |
41.3 (5.2) |
46.3 (7.9) |
51.3 (10.7) |
55.6 (13.1) |
54.8 (12.7) |
50.0 (10.0) |
44.0 (6.7) |
40.0 (4.4) |
36.0 (2.2) |
44.2 (6.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | 9 (−13) |
3 (−16) |
25 (−4) |
26 (−3) |
29 (−2) |
36 (2) |
41 (5) |
41 (5) |
34 (1) |
21 (−6) |
12 (−11) |
3 (−16) |
3 (−16) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 5.02 (128) |
4.32 (110) |
3.86 (98) |
2.76 (70) |
1.92 (49) |
1.11 (28) |
0.42 (11) |
0.61 (15) |
1.21 (31) |
2.42 (61) |
6.10 (155) |
6.17 (157) |
35.92 (913) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 0 (0) |
0.3 (0.76) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0.5 (1.3) |
People of Winston
The city of Winston has grown over the years, with many families and individuals calling it home.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Winston has steadily increased.
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 2,395 | — | |
| 1970 | 2,468 | 3.0% | |
| 1980 | 3,359 | 36.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,773 | 12.3% | |
| 2000 | 4,613 | 22.3% | |
| 2010 | 5,379 | 16.6% | |
| 2020 | 5,625 | 4.6% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 5,665 | 5.3% | |
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Who Lives in Winston?
Based on the 2010 United States census, there were 5,379 people living in Winston. These people made up 2,140 households, with 1,483 of them being families. The city had about 2,030 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Winston (92.5%) were White. Other groups included Native American (1.6%), Asian (0.9%), and African American (0.3%). About 4.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 33.8% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.50 people, and the average family had 2.87 people. The median age in the city was 38.9 years old. About 24.5% of residents were under 18, and 17% were 65 or older.
Education in Winston
Winston is home to a school district that serves students from elementary to high school.
Local Schools in Winston
The Winston-Dillard School District manages the public schools in the area. These include:
- Douglas High School
- Winston Middle School
- Brockway Elementary
- McGovern Elementary
- Lookingglass Elementary
Winston also has a private school called Umpqua Valley Christian School, which teaches students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Famous People from Winston
Some well-known athletes have connections to Winston.
- Josh Bidwell: A professional football player who was a punter for the Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- Troy Polamalu: A professional football player who was a strong safety for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Sister Cities
Winston has special connections with two other cities around the world, known as "sister cities."
Images for kids
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A view of Winston, Oregon.
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Map showing Winston's location in Douglas County, Oregon.
See also
In Spanish: Winston (Oregón) para niños
