Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Centralia is a small city in Illinois with a population of 12,009. Residents earn $47,308 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Centralia receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Centralia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Centralia is $47,308, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Centralia is $81,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 778 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,848 per 100,000, 147% above the national average.
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Centralia 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 | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,308 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,698 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $965 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,389 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% 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 | 6.17% |
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |
| Census Median | $81,600 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $107,115 |
| Median List Price | $86,000 |
| Median List Price | $86,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $91 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 30 |
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,038 |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.17% |
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.2% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,626/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Total Violent | 777.9/100K |
| 105% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 110.0/100K |
| Robbery | 86.4/100K |
| Assault | 581.4/100K |
| Total Property | 4,848.0/100K |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,272.9/100K |
| Theft | 3,425.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 149.3/100K |
| Arson | 7.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| 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 | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5221°N, 89.1235°W |
| County FIPS | 17027 |
Winner: Republican by 51.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.8% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,465/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 95 |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Retail Stores | 136 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.7% |