Median Income
$70,242
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.0%
52% lower than US avg
How College Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population217
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,242
Per Capita$31,346
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$811M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$73,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries4
Is College Springs a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, College Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. College Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in College Springs is $70,242, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in College Springs is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
College Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
College Springs has a population of 217 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.
Population
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
College Springs vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
College Springs vs U.S. Average
The median household income in College Springs is $70,242, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: College Springs vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,242 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,346 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,332 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 482 |
| County GDP | $811M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 32 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,347 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in College Springs is $73,800, 74% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $73,800 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,347 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.54% |
In College Springs, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: College Springs vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.0% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.7% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.1% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 74.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,340/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: College Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
College Springs has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.7 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 22.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,143 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6214°N, 95.1210°W |
| County FIPS | 19145 |