Centralia, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
12,009 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,308 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$81,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$489 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$543 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
4
Centralia Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
4
Centralia Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 30
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 110, IL
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Schools

Centralia Jr High School
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
St Mary School
<1 miles, N
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Colleges

Kaskaskia College
5 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
29 miles, S • 1.4 star
Greenville University
30 miles, N • 1.9 star
McKendree University
38 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Salem Township Hospital
12 miles, E • 4.1 star
Ssm Health-Good Samaritan Hospital
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
Crossroads Community Hospital
18 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
93 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
93 miles, SW • 1 star
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