Median Income
$67,292
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$130,700
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.5%
23% lower than US avg
How Collins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population493
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density1,006/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$31,463
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$1,523M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$130,700
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,897
Rent Burden19.5%
Health
Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation1,001 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries8
Is Collins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Collins receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Collins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Collins is $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Collins is $130,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Collins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Collins has a population of 493 with a density of 1,006 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).
Population
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Collins is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,292 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,463 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,700 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 984 |
| County GDP | $1,523M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 66 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,099 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Collins is $130,700, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,897.
Home Values
| Census Median | $130,700 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $255,897 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $883 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.5% |
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) | $4,099 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.14% |
In Collins, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Collins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.8% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,112/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 66 |
Crime Rates: Collins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Collins has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.1 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 28.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,006/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9024°N, 93.3081°W |
| County FIPS | 19099 |