Median Income
$92,604
23% higher than US avg
Home Value
$96,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.9%
12% lower than US avg
How Center Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population442
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density597/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A+
Median Income$92,604
Per Capita$59,718
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,042M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$96,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$207,726
Health
Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation652 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+97.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Libraries1
Is Center Point a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Center Point 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, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Center Point 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 Point is $92,604, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Center Point is $96,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Center Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Center Point has a population of 442 with a density of 597 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.4% Black.
Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Center Point vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Center Point vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Center Point is $92,604, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Center Point vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $92,604 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $59,718 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,294 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 529 |
| County GDP | $1,042M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 49 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 83 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,477 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Center Point is $96,200, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $207,726.
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,200 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $207,726 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,477 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.54% |
In Center Point, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Center Point vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,097/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Crime Rates: Center Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Center Point has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 652 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 597/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4158°N, 87.0756°W |
| County FIPS | 18021 |