Median Income
$45,208
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
17.7%
392% higher 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
Population122
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density763/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
C+
Median Income$45,208
Per Capita$36,377
Unemployment17.7%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,848M
Commute13 min
Housing
A
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Elevation4,932 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute13 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4
Is Central City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Central City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Central City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Central City is $45,208, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.7%, unemployment is notably high. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Central City is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Central City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 183.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Central City has a population of 122 with a density of 763 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).
Population
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Central City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Central City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Central City is $45,208, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income: Central City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,208 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,377 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $965 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,246 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 17.7% |
| 392% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% |
| 24% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,630 |
| County GDP | $1,848M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 155 |
| Healthcare | 98 |
| Retail | 158 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,013 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Central City is $187,500, 33% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $187,500 |
| 33% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,013 |
| 72% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.21% |
In Central City, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Central City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,603/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 98 |
Crime Rates: Central City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Central City has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 46.3°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.8 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 183.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,932 ft (1,503 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 763/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3686°N, 103.7705°W |
| County FIPS | 46081 |