Home Value
$54,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Collins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population98
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans98.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,477
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$819M
Commute13 min
Housing
Home Value$54,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation155 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+49.4%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute13 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries2
Is Collins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Collins receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Collins faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Collins is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Collins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Collins has a population of 98 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
The median household income in Collins is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $29,477 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,791 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 520 |
| County GDP | $819M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 47 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,779 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Collins is $54,000, 81% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $54,000 |
| 81% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,779 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
In Collins, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Collins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.0% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,652/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 47 |
Crime Rates: Collins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Collins has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.0 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 155 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5323°N, 91.5724°W |
| County FIPS | 05043 |