Collins, MS
Full City Profile · Mississippi · Covington County County
Collins, MS
At a Glance
How Collins Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Collins's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Collins a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Collins residents earn a median household income of $35,946 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,911. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 389 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Collins is $90,400 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $160,726. Median rent is $757/month, with 28.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Collins reports 489 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 29% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,399/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Collins hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Collins has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches.