Winston is a cdp located in Polk County, in the state of Florida (FL), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 5.5 square miles (14.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 138 ft. With a population of approximately 9,024 residents, Winston offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.51% males and 50.49% females, and it has a population density of 655.78 people per square mile (639.30/km²). Winston lies at a latitude of 28.04 and a longitude of -82, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (11.9%), followed by English (5.2%), German (6.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 33815.