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Centralia, Illinois, in Marion county, is 61 miles E of St. Louis, Missouri. There are an estimated 14,136 people in the city.
In Centralia, about 47% of adults are married. In Centralia, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.
Centralia has a larger percentage of females than most places. The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.
In 2000, Centralia had a median family income of $39,123.
In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($250) in Centralia. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.
Approximately 69% of housing in Centralia is owner-occupied. The city is known in Illinois for having lower rents than most places.
In Centralia, 93% of commuters drive to work. The commute to work is less of a chore in Centralia than other cities.
Comparing Centralia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
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