Centuria, WI

Wisconsin

Centuria is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 897. Residents earn $38,819 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
897 Population 528/sq mi density
$38,819 Median Income $33,898 per capita
$120,800 Home Value $291,681 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$38,819 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$120,800 home value, $806/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,819
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population897
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density528/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$38,819
Per Capita$33,898
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,800
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,681
Rent Burden40.7%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband63.8%
Libraries10

Is Centuria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centuria receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Centuria has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centuria is $38,819, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centuria is $120,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Centuria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Centuria has a population of 897 with a density of 528 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

897
Total Population
528
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Centuria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Centuria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centuria is $38,819, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Centuria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,819
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,898
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Centuria is $120,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,800
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,681

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Rent Burden40.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Centuria, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Centuria has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density528/sq mi
Coordinates45.4487°N, 92.5579°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 63.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density528/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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