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Collinsville, OK

Manageable

The cost of living in Collinsville, OK is 10% below the national average (Cost Index: 90). Homes here are typically valued around $280,012, compared to the $303,400 national median. The median household income is $88,537 — overall, living costs and earnings are reasonably balanced in this area.

Collinsville looks comparatively manageable for household relocation, with 16% rent burden, 3.2x home-price-to-income, and a housing index of 92. Use the assumptions below to test whether your own budget still stays in the safe range.Data Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 · BEA RPP 2023 · Zillow ZHVI

Data Updated: March 2026
Housing Feasibility Verdict
Safe

Based on your household income, housing mode, local rent, home value, property tax, and mortgage assumptions for Collinsville.

Monthly Housing
$1,161/mo
Lower of rent or buy scenario
Housing Burden
16%
Healthy
Residual Cash
$5,717/mo
After housing and debt · $1,906/person
Rent vs Buy
Buying can be tested
Main pressure: home prices
Assumptions
Housing Mode
Confidence: MediumHome source: ZILLOWRent source: ACSBEA proxy: msaHousehold size: 3Down payment: 20%Fixed burden: 23%
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Cost Index
90
Average
Based on housing costs · See methodology
Median Home Value
$280,012
Zillow ZHVI Market Rate • Census ACS: $207,100
National: $303,400
Median Rent
$1,161/mo
Source: Census ACS
National: $1,348/mo
Household Income
$88,537
National: $78,538
Population
8,468
Purchasing Power
125
100 = national baseline

Cost of Living Breakdown

Each index uses 100 as the US national average. A score of 150 means 50% more expensive; 80 means 20% cheaper.

Housing Cost Index
92 / 100
8% below average
Rent Index
86 / 100
14% below average
Goods & Groceries
94 / 100
6% cheaper than average
Utilities
74 / 100
26% lower utility bills
Healthcare & Services
95 / 100
In line with national average
Overall Index
90
Average

Collinsville Mortgage Calculator

Pre-filled with the local median home value of $280,012 and Oklahoma's property tax rate of 0.87%.

Household Housing Budget

Local median household income is shown only as a place-side affordability input. Personal salary, filing status, and take-home pay analysis belong in salary.city.

Local Household Income
$88,537
Census ACS place context
Rent Burden Estimate
16%
Typical annual rent / local household income
Home Price to Income
3.2x
Typical home value / local household income
Use this section to judge whether Collinsville looks structurally manageable for a household budget. For a specific job offer, filing status, payroll taxes, or salary equivalence across cities, run the income-side decision in salary.city.

Property Tax in Collinsville, OK

Est. Annual Property Tax
$2,436
Monthly Impact
$203
Added to your mortgage
Effective Rate
0.87%
National avg: ~1.00%

Oklahoma Place Tax Context

Tax TypeOklahomaNational Avg
Property Tax Rate0.87%1.00%
Top Income Tax Rate4.75%~5.0%
State Sales Tax8.97%~5.0%

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Collinsville, OK
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Cost Index Comparison (100 = National Avg)

Housing CostsNational Avg: 100
Collinsville, OK: 92
Rent Prices
86

FAQ: Living in Collinsville

Is Collinsville, OK an affordable place to live?+

Yes — everyday expenses in Collinsville run about 10% below the US average (Cost Index: 90). Housing is especially affordable: the median home is valued around $280,012, compared to the $303,400 national median. Monthly rent is typically around $1,161, versus $1,348 nationally.

How does Collinsville fit a household housing budget?+

Start with housing. Typical monthly rent is $1,161, while local median household income is $88,537. That implies a rent-burden proxy of about 16% before utilities and other costs. For a specific job offer, filing status, or take-home pay scenario, use salary.city.

How much are taxes in Collinsville, OK?+

Oklahoma has a progressive state income tax with a top rate of 4.75%. The effective property tax rate is 0.87%. On a home worth $280,012, that translates to roughly $2,436 per year in property taxes. Sales tax (state + local) averages around 8.97% on everyday purchases.

How much does it cost to rent in Collinsville, OK?+

The typical monthly rent in Collinsville is around $1,161. That's roughly 14% lower than the $1,348 national median. For comparison, the median home value here is $280,012, so buyers should also factor in mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance.

How much does a house cost in Collinsville, OK?+

The median home in Collinsville is valued at $280,012. With 20% down and a 6.5% mortgage rate, you'd be looking at roughly $1,416/month for principal and interest alone — before property taxes and insurance. About 74% of residents here own their homes.

Are groceries and utilities expensive in Collinsville?+

Grocery prices in Collinsville are more affordable compared to the rest of the US (index: 94, where 100 is the national average). Utility bills (electricity, gas, water) are below average (index: 74). Both help keep your monthly expenses lower than in many parts of the country.

What is Collinsville, OK like to live in?+

Collinsville is a small town with a population of about 8,468. The median age of residents is 35.6, which is close to the national median. The local poverty rate is 10.87%, near the national average of 12.4%.

Lower-Pressure Alternatives in Oklahoma

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Higher-Pressure Comparisons in Oklahoma

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Reviewed by LivabilityCalc Research Team
Financial Data Analysts · Census & Economic Data Specialists
Data Sources & Methodology
  • Real Estate & Housing: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI, Smoothed & Seasonally Adjusted) and Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI). Structural fallback utilizes U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates.
  • Goods, Utilities & Services: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) Metropolitan Area Regional Price Parities (MARPP), incorporating verified State Nonmetropolitan averages.
  • Mortgage Rates: Freddie Mac 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Average in the United States (PMMS) via Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED).
  • Tax Context: State-level property, sales, and income-tax context used for place-side relocation planning. Personal take-home pay and offer analysis are handled by salary.city.
  • Index Methodology: Weighting matrix derived from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Expenditure Surveys (CEX) distributional models. Baseline standardized at 100. (Read methodology details)
Last data update: March 2026 · Mortgage rates updated monthly