Centralia Urban Area, WA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
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Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
83,925
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,690
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$341,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$879
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9 | 12 | 38 |
| Feb | 6 | 8 | 40 |
| Mar | 6 | 10 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 6 | 47 |
| May | 3 | 1 | 52 |
| Jun | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 5 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 10 | 11 | 41 |
| Dec | 9 | 12 | 36 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 65%Schools
Morton Elementary School
5 miles, SE
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3.7
Morton Junior-Senior High
5 miles, SE
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3.2
Mossyrock Elementary School
6 miles, W
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2.3
Mossyrock Academy
6 miles, W
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3.2
Colleges
Centralia Beauty College
29 miles, NW
Centralia College
29 miles, NW
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1.4
Saint Martin's University
38 miles, N
•
2.8
Pacific Lutheran University
39 miles, N
•
2.8
Hospitals
Arbor Health Morton Hospital
5 miles, SE
Providence Centralia Hospital
30 miles, NW
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4.1
Madigan AMC (FT Lewis)
38 miles, N
Providence St Peter Hospital
39 miles, N
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3.2
Airports
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
60 miles, NE
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4.1
Portland International Airport
69 miles, SW
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3.7
Bellingham International Airport
153 miles, N
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1.4
Tri-Cities Airport
157 miles, SE
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