Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Central City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,123. Residents earn $47,750 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Central City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Central City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Central City is $47,750, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 20.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Central City is $43,900, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Central City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.8% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.2% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,750 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,766 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $965 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,389 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.1% |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 940 |
| County GDP | $1,581M |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Healthcare | 95 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,038 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 11.48% |
| Commute Time | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.4% |
| Census Median | $43,900 |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $78,765 |
| Census Median Rent | $888 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,038 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 11.48% |
| Obesity | 46.1% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 13.2% |
| Stroke | 4.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.3% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 23.9% |
| Physical Distress | 19.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,626/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.9 inches |
| 21% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 492 ft (150 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,970/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5485°N, 89.1283°W |
| County FIPS | 17027 |
Winner: Republican by 51.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.7% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,970/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Retail Stores | 136 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 14.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.4% |