Median Income
$94,478
26% higher than US avg
Home Value
$422,900
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
77.9%
131% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Central Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population273
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Economy
A+
Median Income$94,478
Per Capita$57,368
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,015M
Commute31 min
Housing
A
Home Value$422,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation2,880 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+77.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.62
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Libraries2
Is Central a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Central receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Central stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Central is $94,478, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Central is $422,900, 50% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Central is a highly educated community — 77.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Central enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Central has a population of 273 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%).
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 71.9% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Spanish | 28.1% |
| 110% above US avg |
The median household income in Central is $94,478, which is 26% 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 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $94,478 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $57,368 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,621 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 624 |
| County GDP | $2,015M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 86 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,214 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Central is $422,900, 50% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $422,900 |
| 50% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,214 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.52% |
In Central, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Central vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.4% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,353/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 86 |
Crime Rates: Central vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Central has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 8.8 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,880 ft (878 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 163/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8692°N, 109.7908°W |
| County FIPS | 04009 |