Collins, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Collins, Georgia had a total population of 533, the 489th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $64,085, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Collins Quick Facts
How Collins Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 520 | 533 | +2.5% |
| Median household income | $61,392 | $64,085 | +4.4% |
How Collins Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Collins Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Tattnall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glennville | 5,179 | $52,844 | 19.1% | $203,600 |
| Reidsville | 2,553 | $41,667 | 15.1% | $119,100 |
| Cobbtown | 568 | $51,667 | 8.6% | $98,900 |
| Mendes | 327 | N/A | 0.0% | $143,800 |
| Manassas | 92 | $105,208 | 8.7% | $214,300 |
Cities Similar to Collins
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvalda | 540 | $63,083 | $104,800 | 21.2% | 29.1% |
| Hickox | 520 | N/A | $146,300 | 54.2% | 23.6% |
| Bowersville | 522 | $60,625 | $87,500 | 8.0% | 15.6% |
| Crawfordville | 548 | $58,750 | $69,200 | 12.0% | 9.5% |
| Argyle | 573 | N/A | $68,100 | 1.3% | 70.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 533, Collins's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Collins is a small community located in Georgia, within Tattnall County. The total population is 533. It ranks as the 489th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Collins is 46.0 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 37.6 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Collins is $64,085. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Collins is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 12.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (75.4% vs 49.1%). The Black or African American population (12.2%) is well below the state average of 30.7%.
Education
43.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Collins, Georgia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Collins, Georgia?
Collins, Georgia has a population of 533 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Collins, GA?
The median household income in Collins is $64,085, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Collins, GA?
The poverty rate in Collins is 13.3%. This means approximately 71 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Collins, Georgia?
Collins's population is 75.4% White, 12.2% Black, 8.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Collins, GA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Collins — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Collins, Georgia?
43.3% of adults (25+) in Collins hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.