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Center City, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Center City is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 668. Residents earn $94,712 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
668 Population 1,132/sq mi density
$94,712 Median Income $47,800 per capita
$327,500 Home Value $391,271 Zillow
$1,156 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,712 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$327,500 home value, $1,156/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,712
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $327,500
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,156
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

How Center City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population668
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density1,132/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,712
Per Capita$47,800
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$2,242M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$327,500
Rent$1,156
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,271
Housing Units301
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking12.8%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation947 ft (289 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries5

Is Center City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Center City receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Center City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Center City is $94,712, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Center City is $327,500, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Center City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Center City has a population of 668 with a density of 1,132 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

668
Total Population
1,132
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Center City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Center City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center City is $94,712, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Center City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,712
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$84,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,401
County GDP$2,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare155
Retail158
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Center City is $327,500, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,156 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,271.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$327,500
16% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,156
1% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units301
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Center City, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Center City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death5,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities155
Center City has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation947 ft (289 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,132/sq mi
Coordinates45.3938°N, 92.8142°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,132/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants93
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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