Winona, Texas

According to CITYPOPULATIONREVIEW, Winona, Texas is located in Smith County in the northeast region of the state. The city has a population of just over 1,000 and is situated close to Tyler, Longview, and Henderson. The terrain in Winona is mostly flat with some rolling hills to the south. The climate is mild throughout the year with warm summers and cool winters.

The history of Winona dates back to when it was founded as a settlement in 1846. During this time, it served as a trading post and stagecoach stop for travelers heading west on the old Jefferson-Marshall Road. In 1871, the town was officially incorporated and named after a local doctor’s daughter who had recently passed away.

Winona operates under a Mayor-Council form of government with an elected mayor and five council members representing each of the five wards within the city limits. The city has its own police force that works to keep crime rates low and ensure safety for citizens.

The economy of Winona is largely based around agriculture and manufacturing with some small businesses scattered throughout town. There are several large employers including an agricultural supply company, a lumber yard, and several auto body shops.

Winona has two public schools: an elementary school for grades K-5th grade and a middle school for grades 6th through 8th grade. Both schools are part of the Tyler Independent School District which serves students from all over Smith County.

One of Winona’s most popular landmarks is its historic downtown district which features several buildings from its past such as an old bank building from 1894, an opera house from 1896, and several homes built in early 1900s. Other attractions include nearby Lake Tyler where visitors can enjoy fishing or boating activities or take a short drive out to Tyler State Park for camping or hiking opportunities.

Population: 582. Estimated population in July 2020: 605 (+4.0% change)
Males: 277 (47.6%), Females: 305 (52.4%)

Smith County

Zip code: 75792

Median resident age: 35.1 years
Median household income: $38,750
Median house value: $53,900

Races in Winona:

Ancestries: United States (24.9%), Irish (11.0%), German (8.1%), English (5.3%), French (5.3%), Italian (1.5%).

Elevation: 354 feet

Land area: 1.6 square miles

Population

Winona, Texas is a small town located in East Texas with a population of about 1,000 people. It is located about 45 miles east of Tyler, and is the county seat of Smith County. The town was founded in 1871 and named after the daughter of the first postmaster. Winona is an agricultural center, but also has a variety of other economic activities such as manufacturing and retail trade.

The population of Winona has grown over the past decade due to its location near larger cities like Tyler and Longview. As of 2020, Winona’s population is estimated to be around 1,000 people, with a median age of 38 years old. The majority of the population are white (78%) with African American (14%), Hispanic (5%), Asian (2%) and other races making up the remainder. The majority of residents identify as Christian (86%) with other religions such as Judaism making up another 6%.

The median household income for Winona residents is $47,500 per year with over half (55%) having some college education or higher. The unemployment rate for the town stands at 5%, which is below both state and national averages. Winona has an above average crime rate compared to similar towns in Texas due to its proximity to larger cities like Tyler and Longview which have higher crime rates than average for this region.

For population 25 years and over in Winona

• High school or higher: 79.8%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.6%
• Graduate or professional degree: 2.8%
• Unemployed: 5.0%
• Mean travel time to work: 24.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Winona town

• Never married: 16.9%
• Now married: 62.4%
• Separated: 2.1%
• Widowed: 8.8%
• Divorced: 9.8%

1.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +101 (+21.0%).

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