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Central Overview

29,518
TOTAL POPULATION
14,384
MALE POPULATION
15,134
FEMALE POPULATION
95.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$41,070
PER CAPITA INCOME
$104,400
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$82,714
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
14,140
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Central Area Codes

Race in Central

The most populous races in Central are White / Caucasian (24,620 | 83.4%), Black / African American (2,476 | 8.4%), and Two or more Races (1,919 | 6.5%).
Race in Central
Race# Population% Population
Asian3071.0%
Black / African American2,4768.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7722.6%
Native / Alaskan350.1%
White / Caucasian24,62083.4%
Two or more Races1,9196.5%
Some other Race1610.5%
Total29,518100.0%

Ancestry in Central

The most populous ancestries reported in Central are American (3,647 | 12.4%), French (3,247 | 11.0%), English (2,791 | 9.5%), Irish (2,294 | 7.8%), and Italian (1,692 | 5.7%), together accounting for 46.3% of all Central residents.
Ancestry in Central
Ancestry# Population% Population
African630.2%
American3,64712.4%
Arab2360.8%
Belgian180.1%
Brazilian320.1%
British690.2%
Cajun1840.6%
Canadian60.0%
Central American1070.4%
Central American Indian180.1%
Cherokee270.1%
Costa Rican750.3%
Cuban100.0%
Czech310.1%
Dutch1600.5%
Egyptian100.0%
English2,7919.5%
European7602.6%
Finnish60.0%
French3,24711.0%
French Canadian7042.4%
German1,2334.2%
Honduran180.1%
Hungarian630.2%
Indian (Asian)190.1%
Irish2,2947.8%
Italian1,6925.7%
Korean6322.1%
Lebanese1470.5%
Malaysian4341.5%
Mexican2360.8%
Native Hawaiian80.0%
Nicaraguan140.1%
Northern European130.0%
Norwegian1110.4%
Polish2270.8%
Portuguese50.0%
Pueblo160.1%
Puerto Rican560.2%
Scandinavian100.0%
Scotch-Irish3391.1%
Scottish3161.1%
Slavic80.0%
South American10.0%
Spaniard780.3%
Spanish2710.9%
Sri Lankan570.2%
Subsaharan African630.2%
Swedish1330.4%
Venezuelan10.0%
Welsh2050.7%
West Indian30.0%
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Immigrants in Central

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Central came from Asia (305 | 1.0%), Latin America (207 | 0.7%), South Eastern Asia (201 | 0.7%), Central America (178 | 0.6%), and Philippines (164 | 0.6%), together accounting for 3.6% of all Central residents.
Immigrants in Central
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia3051.0%
Brazil180.1%
Canada170.1%
Caribbean100.0%
Central America1780.6%
Costa Rica750.3%
Cuba100.0%
England80.0%
Europe80.0%
Honduras180.1%
Jordan400.1%
Latin America2070.7%
Lebanon640.2%
Mexico850.3%
Northern Europe80.0%
Philippines1640.6%
South America190.1%
South Eastern Asia2010.7%
Thailand10.0%
Venezuela10.0%
Vietnam360.1%
Western Asia1040.4%
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Sex and Age in Central

Sex and Age in Central

The most populous age groups in Central are 15 to 19 Years (1,370 | 9.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,283 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Central
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years848 (5.9%)932 (6.2%)
5 to 9 Years1,087 (7.6%)1,028 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years973 (6.8%)1,283 (8.5%)
15 to 19 Years1,370 (9.5%)978 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years954 (6.6%)714 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years728 (5.1%)443 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years532 (3.7%)913 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years1,183 (8.2%)1,122 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Years944 (6.6%)847 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years577 (4.0%)722 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years813 (5.7%)858 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years914 (6.4%)1,042 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years1,270 (8.8%)1,146 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years773 (5.4%)1,035 (6.8%)
70 to 74 Years737 (5.1%)517 (3.4%)
75 to 79 Years389 (2.7%)931 (6.1%)
80 to 84 Years139 (1.0%)385 (2.5%)
85 Years and over153 (1.1%)238 (1.6%)
Total14,384 (100.0%)15,134 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Central

Median Family Size in Central

The median family size in Central is 3.18 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,365 | 78.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.23 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (445 | 5.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Central
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,365 (78.8%)3.23
Single Male/Father445 (5.5%)2.63
Single Female/Mother1,266 (15.7%)3.14
Total Families8,076 (100.0%)3.18

Median Household Size in Central

The median household size in Central is 2.67 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,266 | 11.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (2,959 | 26.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Central
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,365 (57.7%)3.23
Single Male/Father445 (4.0%)2.84
Single Female/Mother1,266 (11.5%)3.29
Non-family2,959 (26.8%)1.18
Total Households11,035 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Central

Out of a total of 11,035 households in Central, 8,076 (73.2%) are family households, while 2,959 (26.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,387, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,485.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Central
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,485 (22.5%)
2-Person Households3,387 (30.7%)474 (4.3%)
3-Person Households1,813 (16.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households2,066 (18.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households527 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households199 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households84 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total8,076 (73.2%)2,959 (26.8%)

Female Fertility in Central

Fertility by Age in Central

Average fertility rate in Central is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 200.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Central
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years415 (100.0%)200.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total415 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Central

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Central
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years415 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total415 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Central

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Central
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree45 (10.8%)20.0
Bachelor's Degree345 (83.1%)202.0
Graduate Degree25 (6.0%)53.0
Total415 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Central

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Central
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree345 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total415 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Central

Income Overview in Central

Per Capita Income in Central is $41,070, while median incomes of families and households are $104,400 and $82,714 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income29,518$41,070
Median Family Income8,076$104,400
Mean Family Income8,076$125,439
Median Household Income11,035$82,714
Mean Household Income11,035$107,317
Income Deficit8,076$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)29,51846.70%
Wage / Income Gap ($)29,51853.30¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index29,5180.40

Earnings by Sex in Central

Average Earnings in Central are $47,260, $65,573 for men and $34,948 for women, a difference of 46.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Central
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male8,236 (53.1%)$65,573
Female7,287 (46.9%)$34,948
Total15,523 (100.0%)$47,260

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Central

The most common earnings brackets in Central are $100,000+ for men (2,251 | 27.3%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (680 | 9.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Central
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less140 (1.7%)207 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $4,999269 (3.3%)249 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499419 (5.1%)285 (3.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99943 (0.5%)152 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,499158 (1.9%)263 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999162 (2.0%)280 (3.8%)
$15,000 to $17,499157 (1.9%)649 (8.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99993 (1.1%)213 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499117 (1.4%)246 (3.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999180 (2.2%)144 (2.0%)
$25,000 to $29,999186 (2.3%)359 (4.9%)
$30,000 to $34,999325 (4.0%)606 (8.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999263 (3.2%)272 (3.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999335 (4.1%)447 (6.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999411 (5.0%)453 (6.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999185 (2.2%)340 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999614 (7.5%)680 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999789 (9.6%)438 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,139 (13.8%)375 (5.1%)
$100,000+2,251 (27.3%)629 (8.6%)
Total8,236 (100.0%)7,287 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Central

Average earnings in Central are $74,193 for men and $41,118 for women, a difference of 44.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $105,000, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $35,705. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $49,693, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $34,894.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Central
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$35,705$0
High School Diploma$59,458$37,339
College or Associate's Degree$94,192$34,894
Bachelor's Degree$93,333$49,693
Graduate Degree$105,000$0
Total$74,193$41,118

Family Income in Central

Family Income Brackets in Central

According to the Central family income data, there are 2,059 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (0.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Central
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001531.9%
$10,000 to $14,99980.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992182.7%
$25,000 to $34,9993153.9%
$35,000 to $49,9997198.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,13914.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,21115.0%
$100,000 to $149,9992,05925.5%
$150,000 to $199,99988811.0%
$200,000+1,36516.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Central

6-person families (192 | 2.4%) account for the highest median family income in Central with $225,449 per family, while 2-person families (3,460 | 42.8%) have the highest median income of $42,681 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Central
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,460 (42.8%)$85,362
3-Person Families1,958 (24.2%)$103,012
4-Person Families1,907 (23.6%)$142,795
5-Person Families475 (5.9%)$149,343
6-Person Families192 (2.4%)$225,449
7+ Person Families84 (1.0%)$0
Total8,076 (100.0%)$104,400

Family Income by Number of Earners in Central

The median family income in Central is $104,400, with families comprising 3+ earners (701) having the highest median family income of $219,279, while families with no earners (1,276) have the lowest median family income of $61,196, accounting for 8.7% and 15.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Central
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,276 (15.8%)$61,196
1 Earner2,822 (34.9%)$78,184
2 Earners3,277 (40.6%)$136,008
3+ Earners701 (8.7%)$219,279
Total8,076 (100.0%)$104,400

Household Income in Central

Household Income Brackets in Central

With 2,284 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Central, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 77 households (0.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Central
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004414.0%
$10,000 to $14,999770.7%
$15,000 to $24,9993643.3%
$25,000 to $34,9995414.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,56714.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,93117.5%
$75,000 to $99,9991,44613.1%
$100,000 to $149,9992,28420.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991,0049.1%
$200,000+1,39012.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Central

The median household income in Central is $82,714, with the highest median household income of $105,919 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,483 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $54,236, with 3,240 households (29.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Central
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years263 (2.4%)$70,365
25 to 44 Years3,483 (31.6%)$105,919
45 to 64 Years4,049 (36.7%)$101,507
65+ Years3,240 (29.4%)$54,236
Total11,035 (100.0%)$82,714

Poverty in Central

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Central

With 4.4% poverty level for males and 4.3% for females among the residents of Central, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 141 males (28.0%) and 55 females (36.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Central
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years25 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)55 (36.9%)
6 to 11 Years33 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years141 (28.0%)45 (7.7%)
15 Years70 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (1.7%)
18 to 24 Years76 (4.6%)29 (3.1%)
25 to 34 Years3 (0.2%)85 (6.3%)
35 to 44 Years4 (0.2%)93 (4.7%)
45 to 54 Years98 (7.0%)91 (5.8%)
55 to 64 Years98 (4.5%)97 (4.4%)
65 to 74 Years62 (4.1%)57 (3.7%)
75 Years and over23 (3.4%)96 (6.2%)
Total633 (4.4%)657 (4.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Central

According to the poverty statistics in Central, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Central
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years823 (97.1%)932 (100.0%)
5 Years83 (100.0%)94 (63.1%)
6 to 11 Years1,440 (97.8%)1,574 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years363 (72.0%)542 (92.3%)
15 Years235 (77.0%)219 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years354 (100.0%)523 (98.3%)
18 to 24 Years1,586 (95.4%)912 (96.9%)
25 to 34 Years1,257 (99.8%)1,271 (93.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,123 (99.8%)1,876 (95.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,292 (92.9%)1,489 (94.2%)
55 to 64 Years2,086 (95.5%)2,091 (95.6%)
65 to 74 Years1,448 (95.9%)1,495 (96.3%)
75 Years and over658 (96.6%)1,458 (93.8%)
Total13,748 (95.6%)14,476 (95.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Central

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Central show that 0.8% or 49 of the total 6,365 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.3%, comprising of 49 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Central
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,808 (98.7%)49 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children1,947 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children477 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children84 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,316 (99.2%)49 (0.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Central

According to the poverty data in Central, 12.4% or 55 single-father households and 13.2% or 167 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 55 households (15.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 144 households (18.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Central
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)18 (5.1%)
1 or 2 Children55 (15.1%)144 (18.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (3.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (12.4%)167 (13.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Central

The poverty data for Central shows that 49 of the married-couple family households (0.8%) and 222 of the single-parent households (13.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 49 households (1.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 199 household (17.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Central
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children49 (1.3%)18 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)199 (17.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)5 (2.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total49 (0.8%)222 (13.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Central

Employment by Class of Employer in Central

Among the 13,615 employed individuals in Central, private company employees (8,707 | 63.9%), state government employees (1,077 | 7.9%), and local government employees (1,023 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Central
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,70763.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)7565.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)8075.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations8005.9%
Local Government Employees1,0237.5%
State Government Employees1,0777.9%
Federal Government Employees4033.0%
Unpaid Family Workers420.3%
Total13,615100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Central

According to the labor force statistics for Central, out of the total population over 16 years of age (22,843), 61.9% or 14,140 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 311 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 89.7% or 3,674 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.1% or 94 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Central
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years731 (40.1%)14 (1.9%)
20 to 24 Years1,289 (77.3%)64 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years1,029 (87.9%)94 (9.1%)
30 to 34 Years1,146 (79.3%)34 (3.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,674 (89.7%)37 (1.0%)
45 to 54 Years2,587 (87.1%)39 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years1,410 (72.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,312 (54.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years796 (26.0%)36 (4.5%)
75 Years and over163 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,140 (61.9%)311 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Central

According to labor force statistics for Central, 79.4% of individuals (11,159) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (14,054) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 201 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 83.8% or 532 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 2.3% or 88 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Central
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School532 (83.8%)8 (1.3%)
High School Diploma3,335 (77.3%)69 (1.6%)
College / Associate Degree3,450 (79.0%)70 (1.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,843 (81.1%)109 (2.3%)
Total11,159 (79.4%)253 (1.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Central

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Central are Business & Financial (1,546 | 11.2%), Management (1,347 | 9.8%), Community & Social Service (1,203 | 8.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (749 | 5.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (708 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Central

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Central, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (92.3%), Architecture & Engineering (89.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (94.5%), Community & Social Service (75.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Central
OccupationMaleFemale
Management782 (58.1%)565 (41.9%)
Business & Financial459 (29.7%)1,087 (70.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science582 (77.7%)167 (22.3%)
Computers & Mathematics85 (42.9%)113 (57.1%)
Architecture & Engineering328 (89.1%)40 (10.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science169 (92.3%)14 (7.6%)
Community & Social Service 296 (24.6%)907 (75.4%)
Education, Arts & Media84 (42.4%)114 (57.6%)
Legal Services & Support74 (44.9%)91 (55.1%)
Education Instruction & Library37 (5.5%)637 (94.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment101 (60.8%)65 (39.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating182 (25.7%)526 (74.3%)
Health Technologists128 (28.9%)315 (71.1%)
Total (Category)2,301 (41.4%)3,252 (58.6%)
Total (Overall)7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Central are Food Preparation & Serving (415 | 3.0%), Personal Care & Service (335 | 2.4%), Security & Protection (330 | 2.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (309 | 2.2%), and Firefighting & Prevention (301 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Central

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Central, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (92.7%), Security & Protection (90.3%), and Law Enforcement (65.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (82.7%), and Personal Care & Service (70.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Central
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)149 (100.0%)
Security & Protection298 (90.3%)32 (9.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention279 (92.7%)22 (7.3%)
Law Enforcement19 (65.5%)10 (34.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving72 (17.3%)343 (82.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance198 (64.1%)111 (35.9%)
Personal Care & Service100 (29.8%)235 (70.2%)
Total (Category)668 (43.4%)870 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Central are Office & Administration (1,601 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (1,269 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Central

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Central
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related526 (41.4%)743 (58.6%)
Office & Administration381 (23.8%)1,220 (76.2%)
Total (Category)907 (31.6%)1,963 (68.4%)
Total (Overall)7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Central are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (777 | 5.6%), Construction & Extraction (598 | 4.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (20 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Central

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Central
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction577 (96.5%)21 (3.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair777 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)1,354 (97.1%)41 (2.9%)
Total (Overall)7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Central are Production (1,172 | 8.5%), Transportation (848 | 6.1%), and Material Moving (443 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Central

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Central
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,144 (97.6%)28 (2.4%)
Transportation706 (83.3%)142 (16.8%)
Material Moving381 (86.0%)62 (14.0%)
Total (Category)2,231 (90.6%)232 (9.4%)
Total (Overall)7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Central

Employment Industries in Central

The major employment industries in Central include Manufacturing (1,886 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (1,588 | 11.5%), Public Administration (1,493 | 10.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,336 | 9.7%), and Educational Services (1,151 | 8.3%).
Employment Industries in Central

Employment Industries by Sex in Central

The Central industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Manufacturing (95.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Educational Services (96.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Central
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction896 (81.0%)210 (19.0%)
Manufacturing1,808 (95.9%)78 (4.1%)
Wholesale Trade224 (59.7%)151 (40.3%)
Retail Trade845 (53.2%)743 (46.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing368 (77.1%)109 (22.9%)
Utilities162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information108 (72.5%)41 (27.5%)
Finance & Insurance72 (9.4%)696 (90.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing182 (73.1%)67 (26.9%)
Professional & Scientific455 (52.0%)420 (48.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support285 (72.0%)111 (28.0%)
Educational Services37 (3.2%)1,114 (96.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance264 (19.8%)1,072 (80.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation205 (76.8%)62 (23.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services161 (32.4%)336 (67.6%)
Public Administration689 (46.2%)804 (53.8%)
Total7,461 (54.0%)6,358 (46.0%)

Education in Central

School Enrollment in Central

The most common levels of schooling among the 8,245 students in Central are elementary school (2,339 | 28.4%), high school (2,006 | 24.3%), and middle school (1,499 | 18.2%).
School Enrollment in Central
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5316.4%
Kindergarten1471.8%
Elementary School2,33928.4%
Middle School1,49918.2%
High School2,00624.3%
College / Undergraduate1,47417.9%
Graduate / Professional2493.0%
Total8,245100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Central

Out of a total of 8,245 students who are enrolled in schools in Central, 1,896 (23.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 6,349 (77.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 254 (62.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 857 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Central
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds154 (37.8%)254 (62.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,487 (71.4%)597 (28.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,702 (75.4%)554 (24.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,075 (77.2%)317 (22.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds520 (79.0%)138 (21.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds857 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds352 (90.7%)36 (9.3%)
35 Years and over202 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,349 (77.0%)1,896 (23.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Central

Business (1,577 | 23.8%), education (1,420 | 21.4%), science & technology (618 | 9.3%), engineering (555 | 8.4%), and liberal arts & history (453 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 6,631 individuals in Central who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Central
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics811.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2754.2%
Physical & Health Sciences1402.1%
Psychology1832.8%
Social Sciences3725.6%
Engineering5558.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies510.8%
Science & Technology6189.3%
Business1,57723.8%
Education1,42021.4%
Literature & Languages2754.2%
Liberal Arts & History4536.8%
Visual & Performing Arts1302.0%
Communications2664.0%
Arts & Humanities2353.5%
Total6,631100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Central

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Central

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Central are males with 2 vehicles (3,571, accounting for 48.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,594, making up 57.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Central
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle22 (0.3%)75 (1.2%)
1 Vehicle1,175 (15.8%)1,322 (21.4%)
2 Vehicles3,571 (48.1%)2,594 (42.0%)
3 Vehicles1,285 (17.3%)1,395 (22.6%)
4 Vehicles938 (12.6%)624 (10.1%)
5 or more Vehicles439 (5.9%)172 (2.8%)
Total7,430 (100.0%)6,182 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Central

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Central are 30 to 34 minutes (3,292 commuters, 25.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,924 commuters, 14.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,771 commuters, 13.7%).
Commute Time in Central
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1140.9%
5 to 9 Minutes2542.0%
10 to 14 Minutes9117.0%
15 to 19 Minutes1,92414.9%
20 to 24 Minutes1,77113.7%
25 to 29 Minutes1,1248.7%
30 to 34 Minutes3,29225.5%
35 to 39 Minutes6545.1%
40 to 44 Minutes6244.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1,0918.4%
60 to 89 Minutes8216.4%
90 or more Minutes3512.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Central

The most common commute times in Central are 30 to 34 minutes (1,662 commuters, 23.4%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (1,630 commuters, 28.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Central
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes13 (0.2%)101 (1.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes90 (1.3%)164 (2.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes644 (9.0%)267 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes823 (11.6%)1,101 (18.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,205 (16.9%)566 (9.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes693 (9.7%)431 (7.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,662 (23.4%)1,630 (28.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes223 (3.1%)431 (7.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes346 (4.9%)278 (4.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes523 (7.3%)568 (9.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes649 (9.1%)172 (3.0%)
90 or more Minutes245 (3.4%)106 (1.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Central

The most frequent times of departure to work in Central are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (1,514, 21.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,423, 24.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Central
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,514 (21.3%)237 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM467 (6.6%)36 (0.6%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM699 (9.8%)127 (2.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,148 (16.1%)710 (12.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM563 (7.9%)1,225 (21.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,103 (15.5%)1,423 (24.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM546 (7.7%)693 (11.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM527 (7.4%)350 (6.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM14 (0.2%)193 (3.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM192 (2.7%)251 (4.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM118 (1.7%)76 (1.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM22 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM57 (0.8%)53 (0.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM146 (2.1%)441 (7.6%)
Total7,116 (100.0%)5,815 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Central

Occupancy by Ownership in Central

Of the total 11,035 dwellings in Central, owner-occupied units account for 9,894 (89.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,141 (10.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Central
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units9,89489.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,14110.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units11,035100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Central

Occupancy by Household Size in Central
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,48522.5%
2-Person Household3,86135.0%
3-Person Household1,81316.4%
4+ Person Household2,87626.1%
Total Housing Units11,035100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Central

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Central
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household2,089 (84.1%)396 (15.9%)
2-Person Household3,587 (92.9%)274 (7.1%)
3-Person Household1,709 (94.3%)104 (5.7%)
4+ Person Household2,509 (87.2%)367 (12.8%)
Total Housing Units9,894 (89.7%)1,141 (10.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Central

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Central
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School384 (85.3%)66 (14.7%)
High School Diploma3,204 (91.4%)301 (8.6%)
College/Associate Degree2,957 (83.9%)566 (16.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher3,349 (94.2%)208 (5.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Central

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Central
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,31411.9%
35 to 44 Years2,43222.0%
45 to 54 Years1,71715.6%
55 to 64 Years2,33221.1%
65 to 74 Years1,66415.1%
75 to 84 Years1,24411.3%
85 Years and Over3323.0%
Total11,035100.0%

Housing Finances in Central

Median Income by Occupancy in Central

Median Income by Occupancy in Central
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied9,894 (89.7%)$92,009
Renter-Occupied1,141 (10.3%)$58,818
Average11,035 (100.0%)$82,714

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Central

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Central
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000150 (1.5%)94 (8.2%)
$5,000 to $9,999146 (1.5%)51 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99961 (0.6%)15 (1.3%)
$15,000 to $19,999167 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999197 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999367 (3.7%)170 (14.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,390 (14.1%)179 (15.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,558 (15.8%)372 (32.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,301 (13.2%)142 (12.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,173 (22.0%)109 (9.6%)
$150,000 or more2,384 (24.1%)9 (0.8%)
Total9,894 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Central

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Central
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300471 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4991,512 (15.3%)37 (3.2%)
$500 to $7991,740 (17.6%)36 (3.2%)
$800 to $999511 (5.2%)134 (11.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,797 (18.2%)448 (39.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,707 (17.2%)330 (28.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499850 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999365 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more941 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,894 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Central

Housing Structures in Central

Housing Structures in Central
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached9,50986.2%
Single Unit, Attached500.4%
2 Unit Apartments210.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2111.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments970.9%
10 or more Apartments2392.2%
Mobile Home / Other9088.2%
Total11,035100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Central

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Central
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8,897 (93.6%)612 (6.4%)
Single Unit, Attached16 (32.0%)34 (68.0%)
2 Unit Apartments21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments13 (6.2%)198 (93.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments75 (77.3%)22 (22.7%)
10 or more Apartments46 (19.3%)193 (80.7%)
Mobile Home / Other826 (91.0%)82 (9.0%)
Total9,894 (89.7%)1,141 (10.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Central

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Central
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms68 (0.7%)201 (17.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,798 (28.3%)478 (41.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,958 (40.0%)408 (35.8%)
8 or more Rooms3,070 (31.0%)54 (4.7%)
Total9,894 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Central

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Central
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4,702 (47.5%)277 (24.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas79 (0.8%)1 (0.1%)
Electricity5,010 (50.6%)846 (74.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels84 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used19 (0.2%)17 (1.5%)
Total9,894 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Central

Household Vehicle Usage in Central
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle201 (2.0%)17 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle2,377 (24.0%)854 (74.9%)
2 Vehicles5,000 (50.5%)262 (23.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2,316 (23.4%)8 (0.7%)
Total9,894 (100.0%)1,141 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Central

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Central

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,8006,094
Median Property Value$235,900$279,700
Median Household Income$78,889$1,630
Monthly Housing Costs$494$941
Real Estate Taxes$1,312$610

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Central

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Central
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000149 (3.9%)83 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $99,999292 (7.7%)23 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,091 (55.0%)3,379 (55.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,052 (27.7%)1,782 (29.2%)
$500,000 to $749,99988 (2.3%)207 (3.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99982 (2.2%)620 (10.2%)
$1,000,000 or more46 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,800 (100.0%)6,094 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Central

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Central
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000182 (4.8%)17 (0.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999225 (5.9%)114 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999296 (7.8%)200 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999364 (9.6%)71 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999752 (19.8%)1,026 (16.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999627 (16.5%)806 (13.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999600 (15.8%)674 (11.1%)
$150,000 or more754 (19.8%)1,573 (25.8%)
Total3,800 (100.0%)6,094 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Central

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Central
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,048 (27.6%)102,908 (1,688.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x829 (21.8%)1,642 (26.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x831 (21.9%)2,119 (34.8%)
4.0x or more1,036 (27.3%)793 (13.0%)
Total3,800 (100.0%)6,094 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Central

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Central
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,139 (30.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499884 (23.3%)670 (11.0%)
$800 to $1,4991,434 (37.7%)870 (14.3%)
Total3,800 (100.0%)6,094 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Central

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,842 (91.5%)170 (8.5%)
6 to 18 Years5,550 (93.1%)414 (6.9%)
19 to 25 Years2,287 (95.5%)108 (4.5%)
26 to 34 Years2,069 (86.0%)336 (14.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,679 (89.8%)417 (10.2%)
45 to 54 Years2,829 (95.3%)141 (4.8%)
55 to 64 Years4,091 (93.6%)281 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years3,062 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older2,226 (99.6%)9 (0.4%)
Total27,635 (93.6%)1,876 (6.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Central

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Central
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,842 (91.5%)170 (8.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen5,550 (93.1%)414 (6.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen2,287 (95.5%)108 (4.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Central

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Central
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,173 (88.9%)147 (11.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,609 (89.4%)427 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,889 (90.0%)431 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,798 (95.6%)176 (4.4%)
$100,000 and over15,140 (95.6%)693 (4.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Central
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6218 (10.8%)1,667 (82.9%)
6 to 18 Years1,261 (21.1%)4,628 (77.6%)
19 to 25 Years447 (18.7%)1,917 (80.0%)
25 to 34 Years249 (10.3%)1,880 (78.2%)
35 to 44 Years288 (7.0%)3,504 (85.6%)
45 to 54 Years274 (9.2%)2,682 (90.3%)
55 to 64 Years428 (9.8%)3,820 (87.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,803 (91.5%)1,864 (60.9%)
75 Years and over2,226 (99.6%)1,020 (45.6%)
Total8,194 (27.8%)22,982 (77.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Central

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Central
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years180 (6.6%)190 (6.2%)
18 to 34 Years260 (8.9%)294 (12.8%)
35 to 64 Years519 (9.1%)263 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years474 (31.4%)376 (24.2%)
75 Years and over400 (58.7%)561 (36.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Central

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Central: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years57 (1.9%)8 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years93 (1.6%)45 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years356 (23.6%)56 (3.6%)
75 Years and over237 (34.8%)282 (18.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Central: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years106 (3.9%)55 (1.8%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)131 (5.7%)
35 to 64 Years65 (1.1%)69 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years59 (3.9%)66 (4.3%)
75 Years and over36 (5.3%)207 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Central: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years74 (2.7%)135 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years146 (5.0%)182 (7.9%)
35 to 64 Years286 (5.0%)89 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years101 (6.7%)110 (7.1%)
75 Years and over56 (8.2%)91 (5.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Central: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years77 (2.6%)35 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years271 (4.8%)147 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years228 (15.1%)274 (17.6%)
75 Years and over233 (34.2%)411 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Central: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years50 (1.8%)135 (4.4%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.0%)54 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years114 (2.0%)46 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years36 (2.4%)69 (4.4%)
75 Years and over71 (10.4%)171 (11.0%)

Technology Access in Central

Computing Device Access in Central

Computing Device Access in Central
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9,05682.1%
Smartphone10,20692.5%
Tablet7,88171.4%
No Computing Device4414.0%
Total11,035100.0%

Internet Access in Central

Internet Access in Central
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home8,87180.4%
Cellular Data Only1,20310.9%
Satellite Internet9408.5%
No Internet7747.0%
Total11,035100.0%

Central Summary

Central, Louisiana is a city located in the heart of the state, in the center of the Central Louisiana region. It is the parish seat of Rapides Parish and is the largest city in the region. The city is located on the banks of the Red River and is home to a population of over 48,000 people.

History

Central was founded in 1807 by a group of settlers from the Natchez area of Mississippi. The city was originally known as Grand Ecore, named after the nearby Grand Ecore plantation. The city was renamed Central in 1839, and it was incorporated in 1871.
Central was an important port city during the Civil War, and it was the site of several battles. After the war, the city experienced a period of growth and development, and it became a major center for the lumber industry. The city also became a hub for the railroad industry, and it was home to several major railroads.

Geography

Central is located in the center of the state, in the Central Louisiana region. The city is situated on the banks of the Red River, and it is surrounded by the Kisatchie National Forest. The city is located about 90 miles north of Baton Rouge and about 120 miles south of Shreveport.
The city has a total area of 16.3 square miles, and it has a humid subtropical climate. The average temperature in the summer is around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Economy

Central is a major center for the lumber industry, and it is home to several large lumber mills. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a steel mill, and a chemical plant.
The city is also home to several major retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Home Depot. The city is also home to several restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Central had a population of 48,093 people. The racial makeup of the city was 63.3% White, 28.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 6.3% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Central?
Total Population of Central is 29,518.
What is the Total Male Population of Central?
Total Male Population of Central is 14,384.
What is the Total Female Population of Central?
Total Female Population of Central is 15,134.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Central?
There are 95.04 Males per 100 Females in Central.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Central?
There are 105.21 Females per 100 Males in Central.
What is the Median Population Age in Central?
Median Population Age in Central is 38.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Central
Average Family Size in Central is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Central
Average Household Size in Central is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Central?
Per Capita income in Central is $41,070.
What is the Median Family Income in Central?
Median Family Income in Central is $104,400.
What is the Median Household income in Central?
Median Household Income in Central is $82,714.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Central?
Income or Wage Gap in Central is 46.7%.
Women in Central earn 53.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Central?
Inequality or Gini Index in Central is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Central?
There are 14,140 People in the Labor Forcein in Central.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Central?
61.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Central.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Central?
Unemployment Rate in Central is 2.2%.