Centerville, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Appanoose County County
Centerville, IA
At a Glance
How Centerville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Centerville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Centerville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Centerville residents earn a median household income of $41,472 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,770. The unemployment rate stands at 9.6% (167% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 410 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Centerville is $99,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $79,766. Median rent is $758/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Centerville reports 263 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 31% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,071/100K.
Education
15.8% of adults in Centerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Centerville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches.