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Collins, MO

Missouri

Collins is a small town in Missouri with a population of 105. Residents earn $40,417 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
105 Population 420/sq mi density
$40,417 Median Income $18,166 per capita
$75,600 Home Value $272,346 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,600 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,417
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,600
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.6%
179% higher than US avg

How Collins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population105
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,417
Per Capita$18,166
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.6%
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,346
Housing Units73
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking21.0%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband43.0%

Is Collins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collins receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $40,417, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collins is $75,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Collins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Collins has a population of 105 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

105
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Collins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Collins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collins is $40,417, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Collins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,417
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,166

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.6%
179% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Collins is $75,600, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,346.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,600
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,346

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

In Collins, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Collins vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits52.2%

Food & Exercise

Collins has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates37.8894°N, 93.6199°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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