Centralia Urban Area, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
37,294 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,839 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$503 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$547 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 2 32

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Salem Community High School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Franklin Park Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Hawthorn Elem School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Selmaville Elem School
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Kaskaskia College
16 miles, W • 1.4 star
Greenville University
31 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Frontier Community College
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
36 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Salem Township Hospital
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Ssm Health-Good Samaritan Hospital
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Crossroads Community Hospital
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
86 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
92 miles, N • 1 star
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