Median Income
$58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How North Collins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,198
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,498/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
B
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$30,243
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,700
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation843 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries39
Is North Collins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, North Collins receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. North Collins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in North Collins is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in North Collins is $120,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
North Collins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches, including 167.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
North Collins has a population of 1,198 with a density of 1,498 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
North Collins vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
North Collins vs U.S. Average
The median household income in North Collins is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: North Collins vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,750 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,243 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,288 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,365 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 25,097 |
| County GDP | $81,132M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Healthcare | 2,652 |
| Retail | 3,140 |
| Manufacturing | 914 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
The median home value in North Collins is $120,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,700 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $746 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.71% |
In North Collins, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: North Collins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,238/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
Crime Rates: North Collins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
Safety Score
North Collins has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.3 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 167.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,498/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5948°N, 78.9369°W |
| County FIPS | 36029 |