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Collins, WI

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Collins is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 211. Residents earn $77,321 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
211 Population 123/sq mi density
$77,321 Median Income $39,833 per capita
$182,400 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,321 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$182,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,321
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $182,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,321
Per Capita$39,833
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$5,402M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking15.5%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation810 ft (247 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Collins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collins receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $77,321, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collins is $182,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Collins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Collins has a population of 211 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

211
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

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 $77,321, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Collins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,321
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,833
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$72,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,990
County GDP$5,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants176
Healthcare187
Retail224
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Collins is $182,400, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,400
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Collins, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,145
Dentists1:1,532
Mental Health1:678
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death7,254/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities187
Collins has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates44.0857°N, 87.9811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities187
Restaurants176
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.4%

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