Centerville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Centerville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 136. Residents earn $138,235 per year, which is 84% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
136 Population 83/sq mi density
$138,235 Median Income $43,930 per capita
$139,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$138,235 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,800 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $138,235
84% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$138,235
Per Capita$43,930
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,884M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation306 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute39 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries5

Is Centerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centerville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $138,235, which is significantly higher than the national average — 84% above $75,149. This places Centerville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centerville is $139,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Centerville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Centerville has a population of 136 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50%).

Population

136
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.8%
Female 63.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Centerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Centerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centerville is $138,235, which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Centerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$138,235
84% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$69,748

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,676
County GDP$2,884M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare76
Retail149
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Centerville is $139,800, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,800
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,389
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Centerville, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma12.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,622/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access63.9%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Safety Score

Centerville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation306 ft (93 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates36.1880°N, 78.1144°W
County FIPS37069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.6-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.46
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants76
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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