Median Income
$97,273
29% higher than US avg
Home Value
$313,300
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.6%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Central Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,203
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density910/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A+
Median Income$97,273
Per Capita$42,843
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,033M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$313,300
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain84.9 in/yr
Elevation121 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.6%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Libraries5
Is Central Park a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Central Park receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Central Park 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 Park is $97,273, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Central Park is $313,300, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Central Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Central Park has a population of 3,203 with a density of 910 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.
Population
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Central Park vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Central Park vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Central Park is $97,273, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Central Park vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $97,273 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,843 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,782 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 691 |
| County GDP | $1,033M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
The median home value in Central Park is $313,300, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $313,300 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $462,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $462,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $134 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,108 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,187 |
| 48% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
In Central Park, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Central Park vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.6% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,076/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
Crime Rates: Central Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Central Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 84.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 84.9 inches |
| 124% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9718°N, 123.7023°W |
| County FIPS | 53049 |