Centralia, WA

Centralia, Washington

Centralia, Washington, in Lewis county, is 37 miles SW of Lakewood, Washington (center to center) and 68 miles SW of Seattle, Washington. There are an estimated 14,742 people in the city.

The People and Families of Centralia

In Centralia, about 45% 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 its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Centralia had a median family income of $35,684.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($4,900) in Centralia. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Centralia Housing

Approximately 55% of housing in Centralia is owner-occupied. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in the city.

Commuting

In Centralia, 91% of commuters drive to work. Centralia is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

Centralia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 15%

Comparative Profile of Centralia, WA

Comparing Centralia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Centralia Almanac

Centralia Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Centralia Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Centralia residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Centralia, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Centralia Hospitals

PROVIDENCE CENTRALIA HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Church)
914 S SCHEUBER ROAD
(360) 736-2803
Emergency Service: Yes

Starbucks in Centralia

Centralia High Schools (2004)

CENTRALIA HIGH SCHOOL
813 ESHOM ROAD
360-330-7605
Serves 1,062 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 22.1

MAPLE LANE SCHOOL
20311 OLD HWY 9 SW
360-273-3156
Serves 218 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.1

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