Centerville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Centerville, Georgia had a total population of 8,505, the 129th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $68,922, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Centerville Quick Facts
How Centerville Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,323 | 8,505 | +2.2% |
| Median household income | $81,233 | $68,922 | -15.2% |
| Median home value | $204,300 | $194,900 | -4.6% |
How Centerville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Centerville Rankings in Georgia
Explore Georgia Rankings
Other Cities in Houston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins | 82,990 | $66,970 | 14.2% | $185,700 |
| Perry | 23,001 | $76,909 | 13.9% | $225,300 |
| Robins AFB | 1,193 | $106,667 | 5.9% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Centerville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austell | 8,447 | $72,938 | $284,900 | 21.8% | 10.8% |
| Hampton | 8,687 | $75,052 | $283,700 | 31.7% | 13.4% |
| Auburn | 8,711 | $77,034 | $299,700 | 18.8% | 11.7% |
| Fair Oaks | 9,014 | $62,996 | $199,600 | 16.4% | 23.6% |
| Cusseta-Chattahoochee County | 8,887 | $61,042 | $102,700 | 29.6% | 14.0% |
Population Overview
Centerville is a small city located in Georgia, within Houston County. The total population is 8,505. It ranks as the 129th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Centerville is 37.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Centerville is $68,922. This is 11% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.5%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 41% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $194,900. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Centerville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Centerville is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.0%.
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Centerville, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
Free data download: Get all Georgia city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Centerville, Georgia?
Centerville, Georgia has a population of 8,505 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Centerville, GA?
The median household income in Centerville is $68,922, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Centerville, GA?
The poverty rate in Centerville is 16.5%. This means approximately 1,396 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Centerville, Georgia?
Centerville's population is 40.0% White, 42.8% Black, 6.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Centerville, GA?
The median home value in Centerville is $194,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Centerville, Georgia?
27.3% of adults (25+) in Centerville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.