Centreville, MI

Michigan

Centreville is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,591. Residents earn $65,952 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,591 Population 1,105/sq mi density
$65,952 Median Income $24,060 per capita
$145,200 Home Value $224,122 Zillow
$781 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,952 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,200 home value, $781/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,952
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,200
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,591
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,105/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,952
Per Capita$24,060
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$2,875M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,200
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,122

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Elevation826 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8

Is Centreville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centreville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $65,952, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centreville is $145,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Centreville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Centreville has a population of 1,591 with a density of 1,105 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

1,591
Total Population
1,105
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Centreville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centreville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centreville is $65,952, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Centreville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,952
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$63,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,282
County GDP$2,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare134
Retail192
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Centreville is $145,200, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,122.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,200
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,122
Median List Price$189,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,900
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio103.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Centreville, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death10,116/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities134

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Centreville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall41.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation826 ft (252 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Coordinates41.9208°N, 85.5259°W
County FIPS26149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,105/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants106
Retail Stores192

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home0.4%

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