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Centerport, PA

Pennsylvania · Schuylkill County

Centerport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 352. Residents earn $80,250 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
352 Population 2,071/sq mi density
$80,250 Median Income $45,418 per capita
$251,400 Home Value
$925 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$80,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$251,400 home value, $925/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,250
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,400
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density2,071/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,250
Per Capita$45,418
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,400
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units148
Rent Burden23.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation332 ft (101 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband94.3%
Libraries14

Is Centerport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centerport receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Centerport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centerport is $80,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centerport is $251,400, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Centerport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Centerport has a population of 352 with a density of 2,071 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

352
Total Population
2,071
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Centerport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centerport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centerport is $80,250, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Centerport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,250
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Centerport is $251,400, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,400
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.5%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
Centerport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation332 ft (101 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,071/sq mi
Coordinates40.4859°N, 76.0044°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySchuylkill County County
County FIPS42107
Centerport is located in Schuylkill County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,071/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountySchuylkill County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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