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Centertown, KY

Kentucky

Centertown is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 347. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
347 Population 1,119/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $22,198 per capita
$91,800 Home Value $127,733 Zillow
$919 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,800 home value, $919/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,119/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$22,198
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$1,077M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,800
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,733
Housing Units161
Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property225/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries3

Is Centertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centertown receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Centertown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centertown is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centertown is $91,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Centertown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 225 per 100,000, 89% below the national average.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Centertown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Centertown has a population of 347 with a density of 1,119 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
1,119
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Centertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centertown is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Centertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,198
Avg Weekly Wage$854
IRS Avg AGI$53,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)516
County GDP$1,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare51
Retail68
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,014
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Centertown is $91,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,733

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg
Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,014
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
Centertown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 225 per 100,000 (89% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Centertown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property224.7/100K
89% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft224.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Centertown has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,119/sq mi
Coordinates37.4178°N, 86.9960°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS21183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,119/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants28
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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