Live in the Center

Live in the Center
Welcome to the City of Centerville! We’re an active, forward-thinking community dedicated to creating opportunities for our residents and nurturing a thriving local economy.
Our small town has big pride in our accomplishments, and we’re honored to serve the people of Middle Georgia. Our location is truly “in the center” of all the excitement in the region. Our central location, proximity to major highways and interstates, and excellent quality of life make us one of the top bedroom communities in Georgia. We’re excited for you to join our community and “Live in the Center!”
MAYOR JOHN HARLEY
News & Announcements
CALL FOR SPECIAL ELECTION – SPLOST 2023
Public Announcements:
- The Recycling Center has updated their hours to better serve our community. New hours, effective July 1st, are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
- The 2022 Water Quality Report is now available.
- Updated Utility Rate Schedules and Sanitation Guidelines effective April 1, 2023 can be found here.
- The City of Centerville currently has Community HOME Investment Program (CHIP) funds available for specified areas in Centerville. For more information, click here.
- The City of Centerville and City Council recognizes the impact that special events have on the availability of city services and therefore has adopted a Special Events procedure to license and regulate special events. If you are interested in hosting/organizing a Special Event within the City of Centerville, please complete the Special Event Permit Application here.
Online Bill Payment:
In order to serve you better, the City of Centerville provides online bill payment for its citizens. Utility bill payments can be made online by clicking the following link. City property tax bills can be paid in person at 300 E. Church Street or by visiting our website by clicking the following link.
Notice of Fees for Electronic Payments
Effective August 7th, 2023 the City will impose a non-refundable flat fee of $1.80 for “payment by electronic means.” Electronic means includes the use of credit card, debit card, electronic funds transfer, electronic check or other electronic method. The City continues to provide a direct payment option by check, cash or money order on which a fee is not imposed.
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Demographics of Centerville
Population
2000 – 4,278
2020 – 8,228

Racial Diversity
54.7% White
27.8% African American
6.4% Hispanic or Latino
5.2% Asian
5.9% Other
Educational Attainment
89.8% high school diploma or higher
28.3% bachelor’s degree or higher
