Centralia

IL

Marion County, Illinois

Population 37K |Median income $61,240 |2 hospitals

Population
37,000
Marion County
Median Income
$61,240
-10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$103,000
-55% vs avg
Median Age
41.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
37K-5%
Median Income
$61,240+49%
Median Home Value
$103,000+47%
Poverty Rate
15.4%-15%
Unemployment
5.9%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$794/mo
Poverty Rate
15.4% +8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 16.8%
Work From Home 4.8%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 89.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%
African American 3%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.5%
High Blood Pressure
38.5%
Short Sleep Duration
36.9%
Physical Inactivity
27%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.1%
Binge Drinking
17.6%
Current Smoking
17%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.3%
Diabetes
13.3%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.8%
Annual Checkup 78.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
SALEM TOWNSHIP HOSPITAL
SALEM · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SSM HEALTH ST MARY'S HOSPITAL -CENTRALIA
CENTRALIA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Centralia Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Centralia, IL? ▼
Centralia, IL has a population of 37,000 people, located in Marion County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Centralia? ▼
The median household income in Centralia, IL is $61,240 per year. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
What is the median home value in Centralia? ▼
The median home value in Centralia, IL is $103,000. Median rent is $794/month.
What are the top health concerns in Centralia? ▼
The top health indicators in Centralia include Obesity (39.5%), High Blood Pressure (38.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Centralia? ▼
Centralia has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Centralia? ▼
The median age in Centralia, IL is 41.5 years. 16.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Centralia, IL is located in Marion County, Illinois. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $61,240, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Centralia area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Marion County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.