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Collinston, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Collinston is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 234. Residents earn $23,125 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
234 Population 207/sq mi density
$23,125 Median Income $33,476 per capita
$275 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$23,125 median income, 15.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,125
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $275
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density207/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,125
Per Capita$33,476
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$755M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$275
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,020
Housing Units167
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking20.6%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation81 ft (25 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband60.5%
Libraries4

Is Collinston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collinston receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Collinston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collinston is $23,125, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $275 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Collinston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Collinston has a population of 234 with a density of 207 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (45.7%), with 45.3% White.

Population

234
Total Population
207
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.7%
Female 60.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Collinston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Collinston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collinston is $23,125, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Collinston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,125
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,476
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$49,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)571
County GDP$755M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare72
Retail71
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,054
41% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $275 (76% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,020.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$129,020

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$275
76% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%
Housing Units167
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,054
41% below US avg
In Collinston, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.9%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death17,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access57.5%
Healthcare Facilities72
Collinston has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation81 ft (25 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density207/sq mi
Coordinates32.6893°N, 91.8718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS22067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.4-point margin. 60.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.48
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density207/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants31
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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