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Centralia, WA

Washington · Thurston County · Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Metro

Centralia is a small city in Washington with a population of 18,457. Residents earn $52,387 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,457 Population 2,363/sq mi density
$52,387 Median Income $28,232 per capita
$267,600 Home Value $388,069 Zillow
$1,003 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 240 sunny days/yr
341 Violent Crime/100K 3,806 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,387 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$267,600 home value, $1,003/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
341 violent crimes/100K (10% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,387
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,600
5% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 341/100K
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,003
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population18,457
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density2,363/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,387
Per Capita$28,232
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$21,563M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$267,600
Rent$1,003
Ownership58.5%
Zillow$388,069
Housing Units7,770
Rent Burden32.2%

Crime

F
Violent341/100K
Property3,806/100K
Murder5.7/100K
Assault182/100K
Burglary579/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking15.7%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI28 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation178 ft (54 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score6.14

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.1%
EV Stations7
Libraries7

Is Centralia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centralia receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Centralia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centralia is $52,387, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centralia is $267,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Centralia is below the national average at 341 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,806 per 100,000, 94% above the national average.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Centralia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.

Centralia has a population of 18,457 with a density of 2,363 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (79.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.5% of residents, while 13.5% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,457
Total Population
2,363
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Centralia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Centralia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centralia is $52,387, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,232 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,385. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,476 business establishments, including 620 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Centralia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,387
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,385
IRS Avg AGI$86,381
Gini Index0.407 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,476
County GDP$21,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants620
Healthcare986
Retail761
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,518
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Centralia is $267,600, 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,069, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 102.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,003 (14% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,180 for a one-bedroom to $1,472 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,770 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $6,518 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,600
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$388,069
Median List Price$380,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,000
$/Sq Ft$307
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops42.6%
Inventory47

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,003
14% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,402
Rent Burden32.2%

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

Homeownership58.5%
Owner-Occupied58.5%
Renter-Occupied41.5%
Housing Units7,770
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,518
86% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Centralia, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 23.1% are physically inactive. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 11.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,146. The dentist ratio is 1:1,266. 75.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
7.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.3
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
9.8
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
37.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
128.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Centralia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,146
Dentists1:1,266
Mental Health1:176
Checkup Rate64.7%
Dental Visits55.2%
Premature Death7,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access75.7%
Healthcare Facilities986
Centralia has a violent crime rate of 341 per 100,000 residents, 10% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 181.8 per 100,000, robbery at 73.9, rape at 79.5. The murder rate is 5.7 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,806 per 100,000, 94% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,982, burglary at 579, vehicle theft at 244 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Centralia receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Centralia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent340.9/100K
10% below US avg
Murder5.7/100K
10% below US avg
Rape79.5/100K
Robbery73.9/100K
Assault181.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,806.2/100K
94% above US avg
Burglary579.5/100K
Theft2,982.5/100K
Vehicle Theft244.3/100K
Arson5.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents171
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Centralia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28 / among the cleanest air in the country. The city sits at an elevation of 178 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation178 ft (54 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,363/sq mi
Coordinates46.7221°N, 122.9709°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyThurston County County
Nearest AirportOlympia Regional (OLM)
17 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.6"
9% above US avg
Wettest Month (Dec) 7.99"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median28.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0364 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability19.5 / 100
Community Resilience65.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively High
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively High
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Tsunami Very Low
Volcano Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,298 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 10, 2025.

Feb 28, 2001 7 km SSE of Longbranch, Washington M6.8 51 km
Jul 3, 1999 8 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.8 54 km
May 3, 1996 8 km NNE of Lake Marcel-Stillwater, Washington M5.4 142 km
Jan 29, 1995 3 km WSW of Des Moines, Washington M5.0 87 km
Jun 10, 2001 18 km N of Satsop, Washington M5.0 64 km
Jun 23, 1997 2 km NE of Enetai, Washington M4.9 102 km
Apr 25, 2003 26 km W of Brinnon, Washington M4.8 108 km
Jan 30, 2009 6 km ESE of Lofall, Washington M4.7 122 km
Jul 12, 2019 2 km S of Roosevelt, Washington M4.6 147 km
Jul 22, 2001 4 km WSW of DuPont, Washington M4.3 46 km
Feb 14, 2011 31 km S of Morton, Washington M4.3 76 km
May 20, 1995 15 km NNE of Ashford, Washington M4.1 80 km
Feb 23, 2017 11 km NE of Hoodsport, Washington M4.1 84 km
Aug 16, 2004 16 km ENE of Packwood, Washington M4.0 114 km
Jun 15, 1994 1 km WNW of Hoodsport, Washington M4.0 78 km
Aug 8, 2023 9 km NNE of Snoqualmie, Washington M3.9 134 km
Jun 27, 1997 3 km SW of Bainbridge Island, Washington M3.9 103 km
Sep 10, 1994 2 km SE of Enumclaw, Washington M3.9 92 km
Apr 24, 2003 3 km NW of North Portland, Oregon M3.9 122 km
Oct 1, 2004 37 km NNE of Amboy, Washington M3.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

38 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 12, 1969 EF3 97 km 0
Dec 18, 2018 EF2 91 km 0
Nov 10, 1965 EF2 6 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF1 61 km 0
Jan 18, 2015 EF1 74 km 0
Oct 23, 2014 EF1 66 km 0
Sep 30, 2013 EF1 61 km 0
Sep 6, 2009 EF1 82 km 0
May 27, 2004 EF1 12 km 0
Jun 27, 2001 EF1 79 km 0
May 31, 1997 EF1 69 km 0
Jun 29, 1989 EF1 96 km 0
Mar 28, 1985 EF1 61 km 0
Oct 13, 1984 EF1 91 km 0
Jun 12, 1978 EF1 64 km 0
Dec 22, 1971 EF1 90 km 0
Oct 3, 1967 EF1 99 km 0
Oct 28, 2024 EF0 66 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF0 97 km 0
Mar 19, 2021 EF0 91 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 250.0 m (820 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1980 WASHINGTON Explosion 250.0 m 61 84 km
1894 PUYALLUP RIVER DELTA, TACOMA, WA Meteorological 3.0 m 2 74 km
1891 WASHINGTON Eruption + Earthquake 2.4 m 148 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Meteorological 2.4 m 72 km
1949 PUGET SOUND, WA Eruption + Earthquake 8 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: St. Helens (84 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
St. Helens Stratovolcano 2,549 m (8,363 ft) 2008 84 km
Rainier Stratovolcano 4,392 m (14,409 ft) 1450 93 km
West Crater Volcanic field 1,329 m (4,360 ft) -5750 116 km
Indian Heaven Shield(s) 1,806 m (5,925 ft) -6250 125 km
Adams Stratovolcano 3,742 m (12,277 ft) 950 127 km
Hood Stratovolcano 3,426 m (11,240 ft) 1866 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MAPLE (3,547 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 MAPLE 3,547 96 km
1985 BEAVER 1,107 96 km
2006 BEAR GULCH II 1,037 90 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 7.6 in
February 42°F (6°C) 5.9 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.1 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
June 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 65°F (18°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 7.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 8.0 in Coldest, Wettest

Centralia has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in December to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.0") and July the driest (0.9").

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Centralia is located in Thurston County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58.5% of the vote, a 20.4-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 986 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 58.5%

Winner: Democrat by 20.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents171
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score6.14
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,363/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyThurston County County

Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Avg Download Speed124.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities986
Restaurants620
Retail Stores761

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home5.4%
Average costs for common services in Centralia. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $268 ($161–$428)
Specialist Visit $375 ($214–$589)
Urgent Care Visit $214 ($107–$375)
Emergency Room Visit $2,354 ($856–$5,350)
Dental Cleaning $139 ($80–$214)
Dental Filling $268 ($161–$428)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $48 ($27–$80)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $80 ($54–$128)
Brake Pad Replacement $321 ($161–$535)
Tire Rotation $43 ($21–$80)
New Tires (Set of 4) $642 ($428–$1,070)
Battery Replacement $214 ($107–$375)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $107 ($64–$161)
Electrician (Per Hour) $96 ($54–$150)
HVAC Repair $428 ($161–$856)
HVAC System Install $7,490 ($4,280–$12,840)
Roof Repair $1,070 ($428–$2,140)
Roof Replacement $9,630 ($5,885–$16,050)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,605 ($535–$3,745)
Divorce (Contested) $16,050 ($5,350–$32,100)
DUI Defense $5,350 ($2,140–$10,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,605 ($856–$3,210)
Will Preparation $535 ($214–$1,070)
Trust Preparation $2,675 ($1,070–$5,350)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $27 ($16–$48)
Women's Haircut $59 ($32–$107)
Hair Coloring (Full) $161 ($80–$268)
Manicure $27 ($16–$48)
Pedicure $43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour) $86 ($54–$139)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.39 ($3.21–$5.89)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.75 ($2.68–$5.35)
Loaf of Bread $4.07 ($2.68–$5.89)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.82 ($3.21–$6.96)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.89 ($4.28–$8.03)
Rice (per lb) $1.07 ($0.64–$1.93)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $150 ($86–$268)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $75 ($32–$161)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $75 ($43–$128)
Internet (Monthly) $75 ($43–$107)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $70 ($32–$107)
Cable TV (Monthly) $91 ($54–$161)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $214 ($80–$535)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,140 ($1,284–$3,745)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $75 ($32–$139)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.56–$27)
Car Registration (Annual) $107 ($32–$268)
Driver's License Renewal $32 ($16–$80)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,284 ($642–$2,675)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,070 ($535–$2,140)
After-School Care (Monthly) $428 ($214–$749)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $54 ($27–$107)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,070 ($428–$2,675)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,375 ($5,350–$32,100)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $64 ($32–$107)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $107 ($54–$214)
Dog Grooming $64 ($32–$107)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $43 ($21–$80)
Dog Spay/Neuter $321 ($161–$535)
Cat Spay/Neuter $214 ($107–$428)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,547
Toddler$1,078
Preschool$1,078
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,066
Toddler$889
Preschool$889
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Thurston County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 16,427 925 $68,006 0.89
Retail Trade 12,101 724 $44,389 0.94
Accommodation & Food Services 9,606 614 $29,776 0.82
Professional & Technical Services 6,878 1,441 $106,177 0.77
Administrative & Waste Services 6,516 640 $56,057 0.86
Construction 6,184 1,044 $82,706 0.91
Other Services 4,158 732 $64,706 1.07
Wholesale Trade 4,098 428 $97,864 0.81
Transportation & Warehousing 3,556 167 $59,666 0.65
Manufacturing 3,217 188 $68,908 0.30
Finance & Insurance 2,819 404 $105,763 0.54
Educational Services 2,512 142 $37,284 0.94
Information & Technology 1,640 264 $129,648 0.68
Arts & Entertainment 1,520 116 $26,945 0.70
Management of Companies 1,150 16 $112,611 0.53
Real Estate 1,136 266 $57,508 0.57
Utilities 217 9 $140,462 0.44

Colleges & Universities in Centralia

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Centralia College Public · Bachelor's 3,324 $5,109 $5,643
Centralia Beauty College Private For-Profit · Certificate 131

Hospitals in Centralia

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
PROVIDENCE CENTRALIA HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (360) 330-8530

Schools in Centralia

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centralia High School High 986 51 19.3:1
Centralia Middle School Middle 549 31 17.7:1
Fords Prairie Elementary Elementary 448 29 15.4:1
Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Elementary 418 28 14.9:1
Oakview Elementary School Elementary 356 23 15.5:1
Washington Elementary School Elementary 309 23 13.4:1
Edison Elementary Elementary 281 19 14.8:1
Centralia School District SpEd Pre-school 46 0
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Radio Stations near Centralia

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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National Parks Near Centralia

53 national parks and monuments found near Centralia.

ParkTypeFee
Auburn State Park Property State Park Free
Belfair State Park Free
Blake Island State Park Free
Cutts Island State Park Free
Dash Point State Park Free
Dosewallips State Park Free
Eagle Island State Park Free
Flaming Geyser State Park Free
Fort Columbia State Park Free
Gearheart Ocean State Park State Park Free
GRG - Black Diamond State Park Free
Haley property State Park Free
Harstine Island State Park Free
Hope Island State Park Free
Ike Kinswa State Park Free
Illahee State Park Free
Issaquah To High Point Trail Site State Park Free
Jackson House State Park Free
Jarrell Cove State Park Free
Joemma Beach State Park Free
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Kopachuck State Park Free
Lake Isabella State Park Free
Lake Sammamish State Park Free
Lake Sylvia State Park Free
Lewis & Clark State Park Free
Lewis and Clark National Historical Park National Historical Park $10
Lower Green River State Park Free
Manchester State Park Free
Matilda N. Jackson State Park Free
McMicken Island State Park Free
Millersylvania Memorial State Park Free
Monticello Convention Site State Park Free
Nisqually State Park Free
Paradise Point State Park Free
Penrose Point State Park Free
Pleasant Harbor State Park Free
Potlatch State Park Free
Rainbow Falls State Park Free
Saltwater State Park Free
Scenic Beach State Park Free
Schafer State Park Free
Seaquest State Park Free
Squak Mountain State Park Free
Squaxin Island State Park Free
Stretch Point State Park Free
Tilton River State Park Free
Tolmie State Park Free
Triton Cove State Park Free
Twanoh State Park Free
WA State Parks Headquarters State Park Free
Willie Keil's Grave State Park Free
Wing Luke Museum Affiliated Area Affiliated Area Free

Museums in Centralia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3607408875$223,118
LEWIS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3607480831$119,096
NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$107,199
LEWIS COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3607480831
RICHARDS REPTILE REFUGEGENERAL MUSEUM3607869402
SOUTH THURSTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION399 W PARK AVE
TENINO DEPOT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3602644321
WINLOCK HISTORICAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Farmers Markets in Centralia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Greater Lewis County Community Farmers MarketBoistfort Street in between Pacific and Market06/07/2016 to 10/25/2016Tue: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;YesVisit
Lewis County Farmer's Markets DBA Centralia Farmer's MarketCorner of N. Pearl and Maple Streets04/29/2016 to 09/30/2016Fri: 10:00 AM-3:30 PM;Visit
Rochester/Grand Mound Farmers' Market9937 Hwy 12 SWVisit
Tenino Farmers Market213 Sussex Ave W05/04/2019 to 09/28/2019Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Winlock Saturday Market - Featuring Local Farmers & Artisans from our community.Corner of SR 603 & SR 505Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Centralia

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centralia Inn
Centralia Square Grand Ballroom and Hotel
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Quality Inn
The Olympic Club Hotel
Travelodge

Restaurants in Centralia

19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alibertos
Azteca Mexican Restaurant
Berry Fields Restaurant
Casa Ramos
Country Cousin
Denny's
Figaro's Pizza
GG's Teriyaki & Sushi
Hash
Hometown Restaurant
La Tarasca
Los Agaves
Main Street Cafe
Panda Inn
Papa Ray's Family Cafe
Peking House Restaurant
Tacos Rey
The Quesadilla Factory
Zabdi Teriyaki

Cafes in Centralia

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dutch Bros. Coffee
Fiddler's Coffee
Infantino's Espresso & Deli
Santa Lucia Coffee Roasters
Starbucks
The Centerville Café
The Station Coffee Bar & Bistro

Cinemas in Centralia

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fox Theater
The Olympic Club Theater

Clinics in Centralia

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planned Parenthood

Dentists in Centralia

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cascade Dental Center
Centralia Denture Clinic
Dr. James W. Tetz, DDS
Pope's Kids Place
Wilson & Wilson Dentistry

Veterinaries in Centralia

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cascade West Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Centralia

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centralia

Gas Stations in Centralia

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

76
76
Arco
Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Harrison Super Mart
Mobil
Safeway Fuel Station
Shell
Shell

Banks in Centralia

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Bank
First Citizens Bank
KeyBank
Twin Star Credit Union
Umpqua Bank
Wells Fargo

Gyms in Centralia

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Nursing Homes in Centralia

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RIVERSIDE NURSING & REHAB CTR
1305 ALEXANDER STREET
For profit - Corporation 91 80 3/5 5/5 4/5 3607362823
SHARON CARE CENTER
1509 HARRISON AVENUE
For profit - Corporation 42 39 2/5 4/5 2/5 3607360112
PRESTIGE POST-ACUTE AND REHAB CENTER - CENTRALIA
917 SOUTH SCHEUBER ROAD
For profit - Corporation 128 96 1/5 3/5 3/5 3607369384

Pharmacies in Centralia

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HALLS DRUG CENTER 505 SOUTH TOWER AVENUE 360-736-0703
PROVIDENCE CENTRALIA HOSPITAL PHARMACY 914 SOUTH SCHEUBER ROAD 360-736-2803
RITE AID - 5284 1200 HARRISON AVENUE 360-807-2014
SAFEWAY 1129 HARRISON AVENUE 360-330-5229

EV Charging Stations in Centralia

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Centralia Outlets - Tesla Supercharger1200 Lum RdTesla20TESLApublic
Centralia - Wendy's817 Harrison AvenueEVCS11CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBOpublic
LC TRANSIT MELLEN ST. 112 Airport RdChargePoint Network1CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
LC TRANSIT MELLEN ST. 212 Airport RdChargePoint Network2J1772public
Providence - Centralia Hospital914 S Scheuber RoadBlink Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Centralia

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4108 180TH SE (11543)LTOWER65
4108 180TH SE (11543)LTOWER65
4108 180TH STREET SE (11543)LTOWER65
4108 180TH STREET SE (11543)LTOWER65
3516 Blumauer Road (70840)LTOWER61
3516 Blumauer Road (70840)LTOWER61
LOT 6, SUNBRIDGE DRIVE (70827)MTOWER56
LOT 6, SUNBRIDGE DRIVE (70827)MTOWER56

Fire Stations in Centralia

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Riverside Fire Authority1818 Harrison AVEMostly volunteer360-736-3975

Power Plants Near Centralia

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
TRANSALTA CENTRALIA GENERATIONCONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL; NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINE221112-122.9OP

Bridges in Centralia

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19519465,245F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous197220849,588F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201340134,801G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201532934,801G
Truss (Thru)Steel195125224,794F
Truss (Thru)Steel195125224,794F
SlabConcrete196812522,996G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201330513,670G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous201330512,752G
Truss (Thru)Steel195930410,684F
SlabConcrete continuous19552410,213F
SlabConcrete1911258,788F
Truss (Thru)Steel19281868,699P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20141547,639G
SlabConcrete continuous19711,0075,843G
SlabConcrete continuous19718705,740G
Tee BeamConcrete1918305,686F
SlabConcrete continuous1944314,563F
Tee BeamConcrete19801,1013,993G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19782413,828G
SlabConcrete continuous1983691,732F
CulvertConcrete1941891,504F
CulvertConcrete19411171,504G
SlabConcrete2003411,414G
SlabConcrete continuous1941381,362F
SlabConcrete continuous1942251,270F
SlabConcrete197470798F
SlabConcrete199430553G
SlabConcrete202062480G
SlabConcrete continuous194129318F
SlabConcrete continuous194728295F
SlabConcrete continuous194128272F
SlabConcrete194021223F
SlabConcrete continuous194130209F
SlabConcrete continuous194139154F
SlabConcrete continuous194131149F
SlabConcrete continuous194422147F
SlabPrestressed concrete19955679G
SlabConcrete19714766G
SlabPrestressed concrete20113128G
SlabConcrete19644725G
SlabConcrete19464110G
SlabConcrete continuous194632F

Correctional Facilities in Centralia

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
MAPLE LANE COMPETENCY RESTORATION PROGRAM20311 OLD HWY 9 SWSTATE-99930OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Centralia

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Centralia, WA210 Railroad AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Centralia

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CHEHALIS POWER LP GENERATION FACILITY1813 BISHOP RDLEWIS
TRANS ALTA RAIL913 BIG HANAFORD ROADLEWIS
TRANSALTA CENTRALIA MINE1015 HANAFORD RDLEWIS

Airports Near Centralia

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Seattle–Tacoma International AirportSEALarge Airport
Gray Army Air FieldGRFMedium Airport
McChord Air Force BaseTCMMedium Airport
Olympia Regional AirportOLMMedium Airport
Southwest Washington Regional AirportKLSMedium Airport
Tacoma Narrows AirportTIWMedium Airport
Asplund FieldSmall Airport
Auburn Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Banas FieldSmall Airport
Bear Valley Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Burnt Ridge Nursery AirstripSmall Airport
Chehalis Centralia AirportCLSSmall Airport
Cougar Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Cougar Mountain AirfieldSmall Airport
Cricket FieldSmall Airport
Curtis AirportSmall Airport
D and B AirparkSmall Airport
Dwight FieldSmall Airport
Ed Carlson Memorial Field South Lewis County AirportTDOSmall Airport
Fantasy Field AirstripSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying Carpet AirportSmall Airport
Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone AirportSmall Airport
Gower FieldSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hartley AirportSmall Airport
Hoskins FieldSmall Airport
Howell AirportSmall Airport
Jensen Road AirportSmall Airport
Kapowsin FieldSmall Airport
Kari FieldSmall Airport
Karpens AirportSmall Airport
Kimbrel Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lz Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Michair AirportSmall Airport
Mount St Helens Aero Ranch AirportSmall Airport
My AirportSmall Airport
Nelsons Nitch AirportSmall Airport
P-L Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pierce County-Thun FieldSmall Airport
Pilot's Pastures AirportSmall Airport
Port Orchard AirportSmall Airport
R & K Skyranch AirportSmall Airport
RNR Farms AirportSmall Airport
Rocky Bay AirportSmall Airport
Sanderson FieldSHNSmall Airport
Shady Acres AirportSmall Airport
Skamokawa East Valley AirportSmall Airport
Skyqueen AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Centralia

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Centralia Police Department118 West Maple Street
Chehalis Police Department350 North Market Boulevard
Chehalis Police Dept.
Department of Corrections
Napavine Police Department
Thurston County Sheriff10140 US Highway 12
Washington State Patrol

Grocery Stores in Centralia

31 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
24-7 Food MartConvenience Store1120 Harrison Ave
Apex II Food StoreConvenience Store402 W Main St
Arco Ampm 7103Convenience Store916 Harrison Ave
Borst Park FlywaysConvenience Store1010 Belmont Ave
Centralia Farmers Market NAFMNPFarmers and Markets600 Centralia College Bvld
Centralia FlywaysConvenience Store1050 Harrison Ave
Centralia Food MartConvenience Store102 Harrison Ave
Centralia Petroleum LlcConvenience Store1232 Mellen St
CVS Pharmacy 11636Other1200 Harrison Ave
Dollar General 20766Other376 W Reynolds Ave
Dollar General 22596Other405 E Summa St
Dollar General 23192Other1417 Harrison Ave
El Amigo Inc.Grocery Store600 N Tower Ave
Farm + FlourishOther106A Tower Ave
FRANZ BAKERY THRIFT 9022Specialty Store1107 Grand Ave
Fuller's Market PlaceSuper Store505 S Tower Ave
GOOD HEALTH NUTRITION CENTERConvenience Store503 Harrison Ave
Harrison Market & Smoke ShopConvenience Store1226 Harrison Ave
Harrison Super MartConvenience Store609 Harrison Ave
La Perla Tienda MexicanaConvenience Store1261 Harrison Ave
Mink's Country MarketConvenience Store205 Downing Rd
Papa Murphy's WA-041Specialty Store1105 Harrison Ave
Pearl Street Grocery & DeliConvenience Store2312 N Pearl St
Pioneer Express 2Convenience Store1325 S Gold St
R & D Petroleum 2 IncConvenience Store1004 Ellsbury St
Reicherts Choice MeatsSpecialty Store105 W 1st St
Safeway 1495Supermarket1129 Harrison Ave
Safeway 5842Convenience Store1011 Belmont Ave
South Tower ChevronConvenience Store520 S Tower Ave
Tower Street ShellConvenience Store601 S Tower Ave
WinCo Foods 174Supermarket1005 S Yew St

Post Offices in Centralia

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Centralia Post Office

Treatment Centers in Centralia

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cascade Community HealthcareMental Health360-330-9044
Cascade Community Healthcare - ChehalisSubstance Abuse360-748-4339
CORE Health - CentraliaBoth360-807-3144

DOL Wage Violations in Centralia

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $165,729 in back wages owed to 235 employees.

13
Violations
$165,729
Back Wages Owed
235
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Five Star Beef 98531 1 $83,503 $773 108
Gonzalez Forestry 98531 1 $22,539 $1,252 18
Salazar Reforestation 98531 1 $13,685 $526 26
Gary Davis Trucking 98531 1 $10,500 $955 11
Arturo Gonzalez 98531 1 $10,395 $1,485 7
RELIABLE ENTERPRISES 98531 4 $9,830 $328 30
LIBERTY COUNTRY PLACE [OSHA] 98531 Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities) 1 $6,915 $988 7
ZALDIVARS FORESTRY CORP Zaldivar's Forestry Corporation 98531 Support Activities for Forestry 1 $4,795 $252 19
Centerville Country & Western Store, Inc. 98531 1 $2,003 $1,002 2
Econo Lodge - Centralia Choice Hotels 98531 1 $675 $169 4
Rosendo Reforestation 98531 1 $422 $422 1
Century Market 98531 1 $272 $272 1
NW Reforestation 98531 1 $195 $195 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Centralia

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALDER STREET BAPTIST CHURCH1010 ALDER ST
AQUARIAN TABERNACLE CHURCH INC5749 216TH AVE SW
B NEY YOSEF NORTH AMERICAPO BOX 1068
CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BPX 1
CALVARY CHAPEL OF CENTRALIA2308 N PEARL ST
CENTRAL BIBLE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH2333 SANDRA AVE
CENTRALIA BIBLE CHAPEL512 N IRON ST
CENTRALIA COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD3320 BORST AVE
CENTRALIA FOURSQUARE CHURCH3030 BORST AVE
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY506 S WASHINGTON AVE
COOKS HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH2400 COOKS HILL RD
FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE CENTRALIA WASHINGTON1119 W 1ST ST
FULL GOSPEL FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER INC2126 GALLAGHER RD
GATHER CHURCH100 S ROCK ST
GRACE FAMILY WORSHIP CENTERPO BOX 1409
GRACE FOURSQUARE CHURCH3030 BORST AVE
GRAND MOUND BAPTIST CHURCH20140 GRAND MOUND WAY SW
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH1209 N SCHEUBER RD
LARRY RADACH EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION519 W CHERRY ST
LIFE CENTER201 N ROCK ST
LITE OF LIFE MINISTRIES112 HARRISON AVE
OPEN BIBLE STANDARD CHURCHES INCPO BOX 835
PUYALLUP FAMILY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CENTER1322 HARRISON AVE

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UFO Sightings
16
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Centralia

What is the population of Centralia?

Centralia has a population of 18,457 residents and is located in Washington. The population density is 2,363 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Centralia expensive to live in?

Centralia is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,387, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $267,600 (5% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,003 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Centralia safe?

Centralia is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 341 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,806 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Centralia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Centralia?

Centralia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 28.

How is the job market in Centralia?

The job market in Centralia is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,385. There are 8,476 business establishments in the area, including 620 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Centralia?

The median home value in Centralia is $267,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $388,069. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,003. Fair market rent is $1,180 for a 1-bedroom and $1,472 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.5%. The average annual property tax is $6,518.

How are the schools in Centralia?

Schools in Centralia score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.6% of adults in Centralia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Centralia?

The obesity rate in Centralia is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 23.1% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 11.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,146.

What is transportation like in Centralia?

The average commute in Centralia is 26 minutes. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Centralia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Centralia is 79.8% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 86.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.5% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.0% of residents have a disability. 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

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