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Centralia Overview

4,570
TOTAL POPULATION
2,170
MALE POPULATION
2,400
FEMALE POPULATION
90.42
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.60
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.7
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,699
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,583
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$61,172
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,159
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
55.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Centralia Zip Codes

Centralia Area Codes

Race in Centralia

The most populous races in Centralia are White / Caucasian (4,076 | 89.2%), Two or more Races (452 | 9.9%), and Some other Race (41 | 0.9%).
Race in Centralia
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American10.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino260.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian4,07689.2%
Two or more Races4529.9%
Some other Race410.9%
Total4,570100.0%

Ancestry in Centralia

The most populous ancestries reported in Centralia are German (969 | 21.2%), American (522 | 11.4%), Irish (465 | 10.2%), English (355 | 7.8%), and European (256 | 5.6%), together accounting for 56.2% of all Centralia residents.
Ancestry in Centralia
Ancestry# Population% Population
American52211.4%
British501.1%
Bulgarian651.4%
Dutch170.4%
Eastern European210.5%
English3557.8%
European2565.6%
French1012.2%
German96921.2%
Irish46510.2%
Iroquois370.8%
Italian1162.5%
Norwegian340.7%
Puerto Rican260.6%
Scandinavian150.3%
Scottish370.8%
Swedish791.7%
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Immigrants in Centralia

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Centralia came from Europe (46 | 1.0%), Bulgaria (39 | 0.9%), Eastern Europe (39 | 0.9%), Germany (7 | 0.2%), and Western Europe (7 | 0.2%), together accounting for 3.0% of all Centralia residents.
Immigrants in Centralia
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Bulgaria390.9%
Eastern Europe390.9%
Europe461.0%
Germany70.2%
Western Europe70.2%
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Sex and Age in Centralia

Sex and Age in Centralia

The most populous age groups in Centralia are 15 to 19 Years (310 | 14.3%) for men and Under 5 Years (245 | 10.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Centralia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years80 (3.7%)245 (10.2%)
5 to 9 Years169 (7.8%)39 (1.6%)
10 to 14 Years48 (2.2%)19 (0.8%)
15 to 19 Years310 (14.3%)158 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years77 (3.5%)89 (3.7%)
25 to 29 Years163 (7.5%)233 (9.7%)
30 to 34 Years288 (13.3%)150 (6.2%)
35 to 39 Years206 (9.5%)91 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)134 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years35 (1.6%)72 (3.0%)
50 to 54 Years97 (4.5%)243 (10.1%)
55 to 59 Years93 (4.3%)140 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years260 (12.0%)185 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years66 (3.0%)206 (8.6%)
70 to 74 Years152 (7.0%)167 (7.0%)
75 to 79 Years56 (2.6%)103 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years58 (2.7%)83 (3.5%)
85 Years and over12 (0.5%)43 (1.8%)
Total2,170 (100.0%)2,400 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Centralia

Median Family Size in Centralia

The median family size in Centralia is 2.83 persons per family, with married-couple families (988 | 77.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.89 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (263 | 20.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Centralia
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple988 (77.8%)2.89
Single Male/Father19 (1.5%)2.63
Single Female/Mother263 (20.7%)2.61
Total Families1,270 (100.0%)2.83

Median Household Size in Centralia

The median household size in Centralia is 2.34 persons per household, with married-couple households (988 | 51.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.89 persons per household. non-family households (653 | 34.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.31 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Centralia
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple988 (51.4%)2.89
Single Male/Father19 (1.0%)2.63
Single Female/Mother263 (13.7%)2.78
Non-family653 (34.0%)1.31
Total Households1,923 (100.0%)2.34

Household Size by Marriage Status in Centralia

Out of a total of 1,923 households in Centralia, 1,270 (66.0%) are family households, while 653 (34.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 661, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 520.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Centralia
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-520 (27.0%)
2-Person Households661 (34.4%)106 (5.5%)
3-Person Households210 (10.9%)11 (0.6%)
4-Person Households288 (15.0%)16 (0.8%)
5-Person Households89 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households22 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,270 (66.0%)653 (34.0%)

Female Fertility in Centralia

Fertility by Age in Centralia

Average fertility rate in Centralia is 115.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 227.0 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 Centralia
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years107 (100.0%)227.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total107 (100.0%)115.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Centralia

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Centralia
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Centralia

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Centralia
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma60 (56.1%)237.0
College or Associate's Degree47 (43.9%)122.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total107 (100.0%)115.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Centralia

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Centralia
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Centralia

Income Overview in Centralia

Per Capita Income in Centralia is $26,699, while median incomes of families and households are $69,583 and $61,172 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income4,570$26,699
Median Family Income1,270$69,583
Mean Family Income1,270$79,151
Median Household Income1,923$61,172
Mean Household Income1,923$63,351
Income Deficit1,270$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)4,57033.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)4,57066.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4,5700.38

Earnings by Sex in Centralia

Average Earnings in Centralia are $37,752, $40,260 for men and $26,592 for women, a difference of 34.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Centralia
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,307 (53.6%)$40,260
Female1,133 (46.4%)$26,592
Total2,440 (100.0%)$37,752

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Centralia

The most common earnings brackets in Centralia are $2,499 or less for men (218 | 16.7%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (171 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Centralia
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less218 (16.7%)70 (6.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99936 (2.8%)86 (7.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49935 (2.7%)39 (3.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99965 (5.0%)52 (4.6%)
$10,000 to $12,49925 (1.9%)32 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99915 (1.1%)76 (6.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49938 (2.9%)42 (3.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49931 (2.4%)66 (5.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (1.1%)15 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)171 (15.1%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999165 (12.6%)64 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,999114 (8.7%)99 (8.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999146 (11.2%)143 (12.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99971 (5.4%)97 (8.6%)
$55,000 to $64,999151 (11.6%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99925 (1.9%)40 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99997 (7.4%)34 (3.0%)
$100,000+60 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,307 (100.0%)1,133 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Centralia

Average earnings in Centralia are $45,754 for men and $37,037 for women, a difference of 19.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,450, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $38,351. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $50,889, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,897.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Centralia
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$49,858$0
High School Diploma$38,351$25,897
College or Associate's Degree$39,835$40,994
Bachelor's Degree$72,450$50,889
Graduate Degree$59,607$42,917
Total$45,754$37,037

Family Income in Centralia

Family Income Brackets in Centralia

According to the Centralia family income data, there are 387 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Centralia
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000332.6%
$10,000 to $14,999181.4%
$15,000 to $24,99980.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991249.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991058.3%
$50,000 to $74,99938730.5%
$75,000 to $99,99924819.5%
$100,000 to $149,99923018.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991179.2%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Centralia

3-person families (224 | 17.6%) account for the highest median family income in Centralia with $101,667 per family, while 3-person families (224 | 17.6%) have the highest median income of $33,889 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Centralia
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families661 (52.0%)$65,366
3-Person Families224 (17.6%)$101,667
4-Person Families303 (23.9%)$76,361
5-Person Families60 (4.7%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families22 (1.7%)$0
Total1,270 (100.0%)$69,583

Family Income by Number of Earners in Centralia

The median family income in Centralia is $69,583, with families comprising 3+ earners (255) having the highest median family income of $116,138, while families with 1 earner (265) have the lowest median family income of $55,221, accounting for 20.1% and 20.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Centralia
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners328 (25.8%)$65,268
1 Earner265 (20.9%)$55,221
2 Earners422 (33.2%)$76,958
3+ Earners255 (20.1%)$116,138
Total1,270 (100.0%)$69,583

Household Income in Centralia

Household Income Brackets in Centralia

With 463 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Centralia, accounting for 24.1% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Centralia
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001176.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991568.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991065.5%
$25,000 to $34,99920810.8%
$35,000 to $49,99921311.1%
$50,000 to $74,99946324.1%
$75,000 to $99,99930215.7%
$100,000 to $149,99924012.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991176.1%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Centralia

The median household income in Centralia is $61,172, with the highest median household income of $76,130 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 611 households (31.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,995, with 85 households (4.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Centralia
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years85 (4.4%)$27,995
25 to 44 Years611 (31.8%)$76,130
45 to 64 Years603 (31.4%)$59,324
65+ Years624 (32.5%)$44,773
Total1,923 (100.0%)$61,172

Poverty in Centralia

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Centralia

With 13.8% poverty level for males and 9.6% for females among the residents of Centralia, 45 to 54 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 68 males (51.9%) and 86 females (46.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Centralia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years12 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years32 (25.0%)86 (46.2%)
25 to 34 Years16 (3.5%)29 (7.6%)
35 to 44 Years79 (38.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years68 (51.9%)19 (6.0%)
55 to 64 Years58 (16.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years20 (9.2%)51 (14.2%)
75 Years and over2 (1.6%)38 (20.4%)
Total297 (13.8%)223 (9.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Centralia

According to the poverty statistics in Centralia, males aged under 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 Centralia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years64 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)
5 Years47 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years110 (90.2%)16 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years48 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
15 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years176 (94.6%)61 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years96 (75.0%)100 (53.8%)
25 to 34 Years435 (96.5%)354 (92.4%)
35 to 44 Years127 (61.7%)225 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years63 (48.1%)295 (94.0%)
55 to 64 Years294 (83.5%)323 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years197 (90.8%)308 (85.8%)
75 Years and over122 (98.4%)148 (79.6%)
Total1,852 (86.2%)2,099 (90.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Centralia

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Centralia show that 3.2% or 32 of the total 988 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 4.2%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Centralia
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children551 (96.8%)18 (3.2%)
1 or 2 Children323 (95.9%)14 (4.2%)
3 or 4 Children82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total956 (96.8%)32 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Centralia

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Centralia
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

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

The poverty data for Centralia shows that 32 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 19 of the single-parent households (6.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (4.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (16.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Centralia
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children18 (3.2%)19 (16.4%)
1 or 2 Children14 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (3.2%)19 (6.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Centralia

Employment by Class of Employer in Centralia

Among the 2,034 employed individuals in Centralia, private company employees (1,437 | 70.7%), local government employees (224 | 11.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (176 | 8.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Centralia
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,43770.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)251.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1065.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1768.6%
Local Government Employees22411.0%
State Government Employees663.2%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,034100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Centralia

According to the labor force statistics for Centralia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,897), 55.4% or 2,159 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.2% or 91 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 92.2% or 153 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.6% or 53 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Centralia
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years351 (88.9%)8 (2.3%)
20 to 24 Years153 (92.2%)53 (34.6%)
25 to 29 Years275 (69.4%)16 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years325 (74.2%)14 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years299 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years316 (70.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years155 (66.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years249 (56.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years35 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,159 (55.4%)91 (4.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Centralia

According to labor force statistics for Centralia, 67.7% of individuals (1,618) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,390) are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 31 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.1% or 527 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.6% or 14 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Centralia
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School163 (69.4%)20 (8.6%)
High School Diploma491 (64.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree438 (57.9%)28 (3.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher527 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,618 (67.7%)45 (1.9%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Centralia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Centralia are Health Diagnosing & Treating (132 | 6.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (119 | 5.8%), Management (108 | 5.2%), Community & Social Service (103 | 5.0%), and Health Technologists (100 | 4.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Centralia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Centralia, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (86.0%), and Community & Social Service (79.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Centralia
OccupationMaleFemale
Management61 (56.5%)47 (43.5%)
Business & Financial12 (22.6%)41 (77.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 21 (20.4%)82 (79.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (23.9%)67 (76.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating33 (25.0%)99 (75.0%)
Health Technologists14 (14.0%)86 (86.0%)
Total (Category)246 (47.8%)269 (52.2%)
Total (Overall)1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Centralia are Food Preparation & Serving (130 | 6.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (130 | 6.3%), Personal Care & Service (85 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (63 | 3.0%), and Security & Protection (15 | 0.7%).
Services Occupations in Centralia

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Centralia, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (90.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (63.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (33.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Centralia
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support23 (36.5%)40 (63.5%)
Security & Protection15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving86 (66.1%)44 (33.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance117 (90.0%)13 (10.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)85 (100.0%)
Total (Category)241 (57.0%)182 (43.0%)
Total (Overall)1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Centralia are Office & Administration (262 | 12.7%), and Sales & Related (135 | 6.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Centralia

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Centralia
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related68 (50.4%)67 (49.6%)
Office & Administration35 (13.4%)227 (86.6%)
Total (Category)103 (25.9%)294 (74.1%)
Total (Overall)1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Centralia are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (159 | 7.7%), and Construction & Extraction (106 | 5.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Centralia

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Centralia
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair159 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)265 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Centralia are Production (266 | 12.9%), Material Moving (136 | 6.6%), and Transportation (65 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Centralia

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Centralia
OccupationMaleFemale
Production227 (85.3%)39 (14.7%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
Material Moving80 (58.8%)56 (41.2%)
Total (Category)307 (65.7%)160 (34.3%)
Total (Overall)1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Centralia

Employment Industries in Centralia

The major employment industries in Centralia include Manufacturing (353 | 17.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (338 | 16.4%), Educational Services (224 | 10.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (195 | 9.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (175 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries in Centralia

Employment Industries by Sex in Centralia

The Centralia industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Public Administration (82.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Centralia
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing169 (47.9%)184 (52.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade97 (57.1%)73 (42.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing175 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information51 (86.4%)8 (13.6%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services75 (33.5%)149 (66.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance92 (27.2%)246 (72.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services133 (68.2%)62 (31.8%)
Public Administration20 (18.0%)91 (82.0%)
Total1,162 (56.2%)905 (43.8%)

Education in Centralia

School Enrollment in Centralia

The most common levels of schooling among the 858 students in Centralia are high school (347 | 40.4%), nursery / preschool (175 | 20.4%), and college / undergraduate (147 | 17.1%).
School Enrollment in Centralia
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool17520.4%
Kindergarten505.8%
Elementary School8810.3%
Middle School515.9%
High School34740.4%
College / Undergraduate14717.1%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total858100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Centralia

Out of a total of 858 students who are enrolled in schools in Centralia, 171 (19.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 687 (80.1%) 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 39 (43.8% 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 53 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Centralia
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds50 (56.2%)39 (43.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old153 (73.6%)55 (26.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds64 (95.5%)3 (4.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds249 (80.3%)61 (19.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds89 (87.3%)13 (12.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total687 (80.1%)171 (19.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Centralia

Education (490 | 46.6%), science & technology (105 | 10.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (88 | 8.4%), business (84 | 8.0%), and physical & health sciences (70 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,052 individuals in Centralia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Centralia
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics565.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural888.4%
Physical & Health Sciences706.7%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering605.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology10510.0%
Business848.0%
Education49046.6%
Literature & Languages151.4%
Liberal Arts & History282.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities565.3%
Total1,052100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Centralia

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Centralia

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Centralia are males with 3 vehicles (475, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (243, making up 54.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Centralia
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle27 (2.3%)15 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle115 (9.9%)121 (13.9%)
2 Vehicles309 (26.6%)379 (43.5%)
3 Vehicles475 (40.9%)243 (27.9%)
4 Vehicles73 (6.3%)40 (4.6%)
5 or more Vehicles163 (14.0%)74 (8.5%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)872 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Centralia

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Centralia are 30 to 34 minutes (500 commuters, 26.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (285 commuters, 14.9%), and less than 5 minutes (263 commuters, 13.7%).
Commute Time in Centralia
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes26313.7%
5 to 9 Minutes28514.9%
10 to 14 Minutes1507.8%
15 to 19 Minutes311.6%
20 to 24 Minutes914.8%
25 to 29 Minutes21311.1%
30 to 34 Minutes50026.1%
35 to 39 Minutes874.5%
40 to 44 Minutes311.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1075.6%
60 to 89 Minutes1588.3%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Centralia

The most common commute times in Centralia are 30 to 34 minutes (313 commuters, 26.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (187 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Centralia
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes111 (9.6%)152 (20.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes121 (10.4%)164 (21.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes91 (7.8%)59 (7.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)31 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes41 (3.5%)50 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes183 (15.8%)30 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes313 (26.9%)187 (24.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes87 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes13 (1.1%)18 (2.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes56 (4.8%)51 (6.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes146 (12.6%)12 (1.6%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Centralia

The most frequent times of departure to work in Centralia are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (335, 28.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (194, 25.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Centralia
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM38 (3.3%)28 (3.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM79 (6.8%)14 (1.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (2.9%)81 (10.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM108 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM335 (28.8%)99 (13.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM193 (16.6%)194 (25.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM93 (8.0%)157 (20.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM46 (4.0%)26 (3.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM51 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM30 (2.6%)26 (3.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM37 (3.2%)36 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM73 (6.3%)53 (7.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM45 (3.9%)40 (5.3%)
Total1,162 (100.0%)754 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Centralia

Occupancy by Ownership in Centralia

Of the total 1,923 dwellings in Centralia, owner-occupied units account for 1,299 (67.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 624 (32.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Centralia
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,29967.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units62432.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,923100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Centralia

Occupancy by Household Size in Centralia
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household52027.0%
2-Person Household76739.9%
3-Person Household22111.5%
4+ Person Household41521.6%
Total Housing Units1,923100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Centralia

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Centralia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household235 (45.2%)285 (54.8%)
2-Person Household550 (71.7%)217 (28.3%)
3-Person Household221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household293 (70.6%)122 (29.4%)
Total Housing Units1,299 (67.5%)624 (32.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Centralia

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Centralia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School104 (80.6%)25 (19.4%)
High School Diploma319 (44.2%)402 (55.8%)
College/Associate Degree353 (71.5%)141 (28.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher523 (90.3%)56 (9.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Centralia

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Centralia
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years48425.2%
35 to 44 Years21211.0%
45 to 54 Years23512.2%
55 to 64 Years36819.1%
65 to 74 Years38219.9%
75 to 84 Years20610.7%
85 Years and Over361.9%
Total1,923100.0%

Housing Finances in Centralia

Median Income by Occupancy in Centralia

Median Income by Occupancy in Centralia
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,299 (67.5%)$68,507
Renter-Occupied624 (32.5%)$29,528
Average1,923 (100.0%)$61,172

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Centralia

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Centralia
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (1.5%)48 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99919 (1.5%)31 (5.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99948 (3.7%)107 (17.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99944 (3.4%)18 (2.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99917 (1.3%)26 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999101 (7.8%)107 (17.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999130 (10.0%)84 (13.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999311 (23.9%)153 (24.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999270 (20.8%)32 (5.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999241 (18.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more99 (7.6%)18 (2.9%)
Total1,299 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Centralia

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Centralia
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30046 (3.5%)157 (25.2%)
$300 to $499278 (21.4%)120 (19.2%)
$500 to $799180 (13.9%)123 (19.7%)
$800 to $999146 (11.2%)116 (18.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499592 (45.6%)108 (17.3%)
$1,500 to $1,99957 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,299 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Centralia

Housing Structures in Centralia

Housing Structures in Centralia
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,42173.9%
Single Unit, Attached593.1%
2 Unit Apartments794.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments30415.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments150.8%
10 or more Apartments311.6%
Mobile Home / Other140.7%
Total1,923100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Centralia

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Centralia
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,268 (89.2%)153 (10.8%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)79 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)304 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total1,299 (67.5%)624 (32.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Centralia

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Centralia
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room16 (1.2%)70 (11.2%)
2 or 3 Rooms14 (1.1%)123 (19.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms354 (27.3%)337 (54.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms594 (45.7%)32 (5.1%)
8 or more Rooms321 (24.7%)62 (9.9%)
Total1,299 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Centralia

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Centralia
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,051 (80.9%)261 (41.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas31 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity200 (15.4%)345 (55.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels17 (1.3%)18 (2.9%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,299 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Centralia

Household Vehicle Usage in Centralia
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle55 (4.2%)63 (10.1%)
1 Vehicle202 (15.5%)366 (58.7%)
2 Vehicles455 (35.0%)161 (25.8%)
3 or more Vehicles587 (45.2%)34 (5.4%)
Total1,299 (100.0%)624 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Centralia

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Centralia

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units469830
Median Property Value$159,300$143,600
Median Household Income$69,132$43
Monthly Housing Costs$443$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,102$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Centralia

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Centralia
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00092 (19.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999106 (22.6%)123 (14.8%)
$100,000 to $299,999254 (54.2%)654 (78.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99917 (3.6%)38 (4.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)15 (1.8%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total469 (100.0%)830 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Centralia

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Centralia
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00019 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99946 (9.8%)19 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)63 (7.6%)
$35,000 to $49,99990 (19.2%)101 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99992 (19.6%)40 (4.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (8.1%)219 (26.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999128 (27.3%)232 (28.0%)
$150,000 or more56 (11.9%)113 (13.6%)
Total469 (100.0%)830 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Centralia

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Centralia
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x247 (52.7%)67,338 (8,113.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x83 (17.7%)226 (27.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)313 (37.7%)
4.0x or more120 (25.6%)109 (13.1%)
Total469 (100.0%)830 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Centralia

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Centralia
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800132 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499190 (40.5%)136 (16.4%)
$800 to $1,499147 (31.3%)274 (33.0%)
Total469 (100.0%)830 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Centralia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Centralia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Centralia
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years411 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years530 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years400 (95.7%)18 (4.3%)
26 to 34 Years590 (83.2%)119 (16.8%)
35 to 44 Years400 (92.8%)31 (7.2%)
45 to 54 Years406 (91.2%)39 (8.8%)
55 to 64 Years630 (93.3%)45 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years576 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older310 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,253 (94.4%)252 (5.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Centralia

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Centralia
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born411 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen530 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen400 (95.7%)18 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Centralia

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Centralia
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000419 (87.7%)59 (12.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999611 (86.1%)99 (13.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,116 (92.2%)94 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,038 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,059 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Centralia

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Centralia
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 616 (3.9%)395 (96.1%)
6 to 18 Years117 (22.1%)421 (79.4%)
19 to 25 Years38 (9.1%)372 (89.0%)
25 to 34 Years30 (4.2%)560 (79.0%)
35 to 44 Years101 (23.4%)347 (80.5%)
45 to 54 Years84 (18.9%)337 (75.7%)
55 to 64 Years72 (10.7%)600 (88.9%)
65 to 74 Years555 (96.4%)454 (78.8%)
75 Years and over291 (93.9%)206 (66.4%)
Total1,304 (28.9%)3,692 (82.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Centralia

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Centralia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years49 (8.5%)59 (10.4%)
35 to 64 Years134 (19.5%)121 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years129 (59.5%)79 (22.0%)
75 Years and over59 (47.6%)116 (62.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Centralia

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Centralia: <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 Years15 (2.6%)44 (7.7%)
35 to 64 Years69 (10.0%)12 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years128 (59.0%)15 (4.2%)
75 Years and over38 (30.6%)40 (21.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Centralia: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years33 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Centralia: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years34 (5.9%)15 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years32 (4.6%)71 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years20 (9.2%)3 (0.8%)
75 Years and over2 (1.6%)46 (24.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Centralia: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)55 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years20 (9.2%)79 (22.0%)
75 Years and over42 (33.9%)73 (39.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Centralia: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years21 (3.6%)15 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)17 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over38 (30.6%)1 (0.5%)

Technology Access in Centralia

Computing Device Access in Centralia

Computing Device Access in Centralia
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,45675.7%
Smartphone1,64085.3%
Tablet96150.0%
No Computing Device1347.0%
Total1,923100.0%

Internet Access in Centralia

Internet Access in Centralia
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,38772.1%
Cellular Data Only1899.8%
Satellite Internet1598.3%
No Internet24812.9%
Total1,923100.0%

Centralia Summary

History

The city of Centralia, Missouri is located in Boone County, Missouri, and is part of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city was founded in 1866 and was named after the Centralia Coal Company, which was the first coal mining company in the area. The city was originally a small farming community, but the discovery of coal in the area in the late 1800s led to the development of the coal mining industry in the area.
The coal mining industry in Centralia was a major contributor to the city’s economy for many years. The coal mines provided jobs for many of the city’s residents and helped to fuel the local economy. The coal industry also helped to bring in new businesses and industries to the area, such as the Centralia Car Works, which was a major employer in the city.
The city of Centralia was also home to a number of other businesses and industries, including a flour mill, a brickyard, a sawmill, and a furniture factory. The city also had a number of churches, schools, and other civic organizations.
In the early 1900s, the city of Centralia experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to a number of businesses and industries, and the population of the city grew to over 3,000 people.
However, the city’s prosperity was short-lived. In the late 1920s, the coal industry in Centralia began to decline, and the city’s population began to decline as well. By the 1950s, the city’s population had dropped to just over 1,000 people.

Geography

Centralia is located in Boone County, Missouri, and is part of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is situated in the northern part of the county, and is located about 25 miles north of Columbia. The city is located in the Missouri River Valley, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.
The city of Centralia covers an area of approximately 2.5 square miles, and has an elevation of 845 feet above sea level. The city is located in a humid continental climate zone, and experiences hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters.

Economy

The city of Centralia has a diverse economy, and is home to a number of businesses and industries. The city is home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a brickyard, and a sawmill. The city is also home to a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The city is also home to a number of educational institutions, including Centralia High School, Centralia Junior High School, and Centralia Elementary School. The city is also home to a number of churches, and is home to the Centralia United Methodist Church.
The city of Centralia is also home to a number of parks and recreational facilities, including Centralia City Park, Centralia Lake, and Centralia Golf Course. The city is also home to a number of cultural and historical attractions, including the Centralia Historical Museum and the Centralia Coal Mine Museum.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city of Centralia had a population of 1,918 people. The city has a population density of 745 people per square mile, and a median household income of $37,917. The city is predominantly white, with 87.3% of the population being white, and 8.3% being African American. The city also has a large Hispanic population, with 8.3% of the population being Hispanic or Latino.
The city of Centralia is home to a number of educational institutions, and the city has a high school graduation rate of 87.3%. The city also has a high rate of college graduates, with 28.3% of the population having a bachelor’s degree or higher. The city also has a high rate of employment, with 79.3% of the population being employed.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Centralia?
Total Population of Centralia is 4,570.
What is the Total Male Population of Centralia?
Total Male Population of Centralia is 2,170.
What is the Total Female Population of Centralia?
Total Female Population of Centralia is 2,400.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Centralia?
There are 90.42 Males per 100 Females in Centralia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Centralia?
There are 110.60 Females per 100 Males in Centralia.
What is the Median Population Age in Centralia?
Median Population Age in Centralia is 38.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Centralia
Average Family Size in Centralia is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Centralia
Average Household Size in Centralia is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Centralia?
Per Capita income in Centralia is $26,699.
What is the Median Family Income in Centralia?
Median Family Income in Centralia is $69,583.
What is the Median Household income in Centralia?
Median Household Income in Centralia is $61,172.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Centralia?
Income or Wage Gap in Centralia is 33.9%.
Women in Centralia earn 66.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Centralia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Centralia is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Centralia?
There are 2,159 People in the Labor Forcein in Centralia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Centralia?
55.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Centralia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Centralia?
Unemployment Rate in Centralia is 4.2%.