Centralia

WA

Lewis County, Washington

Population 85K |Median income $74,796 |2 hospitals

Population
85,154
Lewis County
Median Income
$74,796
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$385,800
+69% vs avg
Median Age
42.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
85K+13%
Median Income
$74,796+75%
Median Home Value
$385,800+114%
Poverty Rate
12.2%-21%
Unemployment
5.3%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Poverty Rate
12.2% -14% vs avg
Unemployment 5.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.5%
Work From Home 9.7%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 82.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%
Asian 1.2%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39%
High Blood Pressure
36.3%
Short Sleep Duration
36%
Physical Inactivity
22.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
16%
Binge Drinking
16%
Current Smoking
14.4%
Diabetes
12.1%
Current Asthma
11.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 68.7%
Dental Visit 60%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
PROVIDENCE CENTRALIA HOSPITAL
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
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Whitton as Demamiel Rd Fire Brought Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd, Whitton; Fire Currently Under Control

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for Demamiel Rd in Whitton

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Centralia, WA? ▼
Centralia, WA has a population of 85,154 people, located in Lewis County, Washington.
What is the median household income in Centralia? ▼
The median household income in Centralia, WA is $74,796 per year. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
What is the median home value in Centralia? ▼
The median home value in Centralia, WA is $385,800. Median rent is $1,097/month.
What are the top health concerns in Centralia? ▼
The top health indicators in Centralia include Obesity (39%), High Blood Pressure (36.3%), Short Sleep Duration (36%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Centralia? ▼
Centralia has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Centralia? ▼
The median age in Centralia, WA is 42.2 years. 21.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Centralia, WA is located in Lewis County, Washington. With a population of 85K and a median household income of $74,796, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 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 (Lewis 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.