Collinwood, TN

Tennessee

Collinwood is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 1,044. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,044 Population 376/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $30,320 per capita
$89,100 Home Value $144,017 Zillow
$473 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
101 Violent Crime/100K 504 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $473/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $473
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,044
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$30,320
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$546M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$473
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,017

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property504/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault101/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.9%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain61.8 in/yr
Elevation1,056 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Collinwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Collinwood receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Collinwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Collinwood is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Collinwood is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $473 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Collinwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 504 per 100,000, 74% below the national average.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Collinwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Collinwood has a population of 1,044 with a density of 376 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 (93%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

1,044
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Collinwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Collinwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Collinwood is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Collinwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,320
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$54,066

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)296
County GDP$546M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Collinwood is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $473 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$473
59% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Collinwood, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.9% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD11.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression32.9%
Mental Distress24.0%
Physical Distress18.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death10,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Collinwood has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 504 per 100,000 (74% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.7/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault100.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property503.5/100K
74% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft201.4/100K
Vehicle Theft302.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Collinwood has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.8 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates35.1745°N, 87.7441°W
County FIPS47181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.1%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 76.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants16
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home4.5%

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