Centreville, AL

Alabama

Centreville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 2,757. Residents earn $41,130 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,757 Population 292/sq mi density
$41,130 Median Income $31,136 per capita
$145,300 Home Value $203,942 Zillow
$712 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,130 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$145,300 home value, $712/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,130
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,757
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,130
Per Capita$31,136
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$260M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,300
Rent$712
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,942

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Elevation260 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+75.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 71%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Centreville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centreville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Centreville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centreville is $41,130, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centreville is $145,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Centreville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Centreville has a population of 2,757 with a density of 292 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 (63.1%), with 32.6% Black.

Population

2,757
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Centreville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centreville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centreville is $41,130, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Centreville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,130
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,136
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$38,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)184
County GDP$260M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare9
Retail24
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,038
70% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Centreville is $145,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,942.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,942

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,038
70% below US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Centreville, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death17,917/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.9/10
Exercise Access55.2%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Centreville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.0 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation260 ft (79 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates32.9590°N, 87.1320°W
County FIPS01105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.5%
D 71.2%

Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+75.5%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants12
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home3.1%

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