Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area
Collingdale is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 8,862. Residents earn $49,578 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Collingdale receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Collingdale has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Collingdale is $49,578, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Collingdale is $146,600, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,082 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,013 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,936 per 100,000, 50% above the national average.
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Collingdale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 85.0% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,578 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,562 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,407 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,369 |
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.6% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 14,424 |
| County GDP | $42,608M |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Healthcare | 1,893 |
| Retail | 1,549 |
| Manufacturing | 312 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.88% |
| Commute Time | 31.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |
| Census Median | $146,600 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $200,960 |
| Median List Price | $259,950 |
| Median List Price | $259,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $149 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 21.1% |
| Inventory | 19 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,082 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,338 |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,088 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.88% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,708/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Total Violent | 1,013.0/100K |
| 167% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 34.2/100K |
| Robbery | 261.8/100K |
| Assault | 717.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,936.5/100K |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 603.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,173.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 159.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9151°N, 75.2776°W |
| County FIPS | 42045 |
Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.7% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 10,186/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 28 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,893 |
| Restaurants | 1,170 |
| Retail Stores | 1,549 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| Avg Commute | 31.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.9% |