Collinsville, AL

Alabama

Collinsville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,835. Residents earn $31,411 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,835 Population 548/sq mi density
$31,411 Median Income $16,500 per capita
N/A Home Value $193,533 Zillow
$340 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
355 Violent Crime/100K 3,093 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$31,411 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$340/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
355 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,411
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 355/100K
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $340
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,835
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,411
Per Capita$16,500
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$3,061M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$340
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,533

Crime

F
Violent355/100K
Property3,093/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault304/100K
Burglary1,318/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Elevation842 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+52.3%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute22 min
Libraries7

Is Collinsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collinsville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Collinsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collinsville is $31,411, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $340 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Collinsville is below the national average at 355 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,093 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Collinsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Collinsville has a population of 1,835 with a density of 548 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.2%), with 6.6% Black.

Population

1,835
Total Population
548
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Collinsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.4%
35% below US avg
Spanish48.6%
263% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Collinsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collinsville is $31,411, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Collinsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,411
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,500
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,482
County GDP$3,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare134
Retail256
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$193,533

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,308
34% below US avg
In Collinsville, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 42.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure43.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity42.3%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,969/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities134
Collinsville has a violent crime rate of 355 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,093 per 100,000 (58% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent355.0/100K
7% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape50.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault304.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,093.3/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary1,318.5/100K
Theft1,572.0/100K
Vehicle Theft202.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Collinsville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.6 inches
52% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation842 ft (257 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density548/sq mi
Coordinates34.2672°N, 85.8686°W
County FIPS01049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+52.3%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density548/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities134
Restaurants101
Retail Stores256

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home0.8%

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