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Central Prince, PE

Prince Edward Island

Central Prince is a small town in Prince Edward Island with a population of 1,129. Residents earn $66,000 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,129 Population 22/sq mi density
$66,000 Median Income $34,600 per capita
$180,000 Home Value
$524 Median Rent 7.9% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$66,000 median income, 22.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,000 home value, $524/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,000
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,000
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $524
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.7%
531% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,129
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female49% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

C+
Median Income$66,000
Per Capita$34,600
Unemployment22.7%
Poverty17.8%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,000
Rent$524
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units460
Rent Burden7.9%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI27 (Good)
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+33.7%
Graduate+1.1%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Central Prince a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Central Prince receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Central Prince has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Central Prince is $66,000, 12% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Central Prince is $180,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $524 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Central Prince has a population of 1,129 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

1,129
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
51.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Central Prince vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Central Prince vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Central Prince is $66,000, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Central Prince vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,000
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.7%
531% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Central Prince is $180,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $524 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,000
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$524
55% below US avg
Rent Burden7.9%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Renter-Occupied9.8%
Housing Units460

Property Tax

In Central Prince, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Central Prince vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+33.7%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area51.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Nearby Cities

Malpeque Bay, PE 1,191 pop · 9.0 mi O'Leary, PE 2,566 pop · 15.7 mi Alberton, PE 2,230 pop · 15.8 mi Summerside, PE 16,001 pop · 16.4 mi Kensington, PE 1,812 pop · 18.3 mi New London, PE 1,521 pop · 22.7 mi Miminegash, PE 1,089 pop · 23.2 mi Tignish, PE 1,800 pop · 24.3 mi New Glasgow, PE 4,277 pop · 31.1 mi Cap-Pele, NB 2,441 pop · 31.3 mi Botsford, NB 1,120 pop · 32.3 mi Cap-Acadie, NB 9,165 pop · 33.1 mi Beaubassin East, NB 6,718 pop · 35.4 mi Strait Shores, NB 2,077 pop · 36.0 mi
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