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Centerville, MO

Missouri

Centerville is a small town in Missouri with a population of 235. Residents earn $41,136 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
235 Population 734/sq mi density
$41,136 Median Income $25,241 per capita
$61,900 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 256 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,136 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,900 home value, $525/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,136
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,900
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density734/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,136
Per Capita$25,241
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.9%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,900
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking21.9%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+78.6%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.0%

Is Centerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centerville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Centerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centerville is $41,136, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centerville is $61,900, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Centerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Centerville has a population of 235 with a density of 734 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

235
Total Population
734
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Centerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centerville is $41,136, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Centerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,136
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit5.9%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Centerville is $61,900, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,900
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.2%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

In Centerville, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Centerville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits53.1%

Food & Exercise

Centerville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density734/sq mi
Coordinates37.4350°N, 90.9585°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+78.6%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density734/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit5.9%
Work from Home8.5%

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