Central City, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Central City is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,055. Residents earn $46,563 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,055 Population 1,954/sq mi density
$46,563 Median Income $23,545 per capita
$72,700 Home Value $156,154 Zillow
$588 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,563 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $588/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,563
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,055
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density1,954/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$23,545
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,154
Housing Units547
Rent Burden27.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband77.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Central City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central City 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Central City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central City is $46,563, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central City is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Central City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Central City has a population of 1,055 with a density of 1,954 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

1,055
Total Population
1,954
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Central City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Central City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central City is $46,563, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Central City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,563
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,545
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Central City is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,154.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,154

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units547
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.40%
Central City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,163 ft (659 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,954/sq mi
Coordinates40.1096°N, 78.8043°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,954/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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