Collinsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Collinsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,278. Residents earn $57,440 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,278 Population 718/sq mi density
$57,440 Median Income $26,440 per capita
$132,900 Home Value
$1,314 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$57,440 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,900 home value, $1,314/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,440
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,900
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,314
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,278
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density718/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,440
Per Capita$26,440
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,900
Rent$1,314
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation977 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Libraries22

Is Collinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collinsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Collinsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collinsburg is $57,440, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collinsburg is $132,900, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,314 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Collinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Collinsburg has a population of 1,278 with a density of 718 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

1,278
Total Population
718
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Collinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Collinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collinsburg is $57,440, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Collinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,440
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Collinsburg is $132,900, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,314 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,900
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,314
13% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

Crime Rates: Collinsburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Collinsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation977 ft (298 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density718/sq mi
Coordinates40.2209°N, 79.7812°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density718/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home2.5%

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