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Centralia, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Nova Taylor

Best neighborhoods in Centralia

I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $81,600 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Centralia sits at 1,473.0 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots?

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Nova Taylor

Anyone else love living in Centralia?

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Centralia sits at 1,473.0 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $47,308 in Centralia. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is aroun...

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Liam Brooks

Healthcare options in Centralia?

So, I'm retired and Rent is about $775/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 14.6%, which is around average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What would you do? Any help is appreciated.

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Allison B.

How are the schools in Centralia?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Atlanta and It's a a small town city with about 12,009 people. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $47,308, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 12,009,...

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Allison B.

Best coffee shops in Centralia?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2016. Homes are going for about $81,600 on average. You can expect to pay around $775 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Wou...

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Kinsley R.

Dog-friendly places in Centralia?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 14.6%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $775 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 12,009 people. Homes are going for about $81,600 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing f...

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Liam Brooks

Couple moving to Centralia from out of state

Hey folks, I relocated for work and With a population of 12,009, Centralia is a small town. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. What are your go-to spots? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most fa...

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Victoria Green

Rent in Centralia getting crazy

You can expect to pay around $775 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Waylon Ramos

Is Centralia still affordable?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 5.8%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $81,600 on average. It's a a small town city with about 12,009 people. Median household income is $47,308, which feels on the lower side for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school sy...

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