Median Income
$74,464
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$170,100
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.8%
78% lower than US avg
How Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population510
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density1,063/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.2%
Economy
A+
Median Income$74,464
Per Capita$29,449
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$332M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$170,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Elevation1,972 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.1%
Is Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Center receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Center 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 is $74,464, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Center is $170,100, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Center has a population of 510 with a density of 1,063 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).
Population
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.2% |
| 99% below US avg |
The median household income in Center is $74,464, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,464 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,449 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,762 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,503 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 73 |
| County GDP | $332M |
Business (County)
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Center is $170,100, 40% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $170,100 |
| 40% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $92 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Center, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,686/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Center has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 19.0 inches |
| 50% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,972 ft (601 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,063/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1149°N, 101.2977°W |
| County FIPS | 38065 |