Collins township, Minnesota
Collins township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Collins township is a geographic entity located in McLeod County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 436. The land area covers 34.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 436 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.1 yrs | ±7.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 173 | ±25 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 193 | ±28 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 173 | ±25 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 20 | ±12 |
| Median Home Value | $327,200 | ±$24,023 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $113,542 | ±$9,395 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,527 | ±$10,503 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 14 | ±9 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 262 | ±72 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.1% | ±7.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF COLLINS
GUS Population: 436 (2024)
ID: 168086
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
12535 COUNTY ROAD 7, STEWART MN 55385-8305
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GUS Population: 36,780 (2024)
ID: 167367
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ACCOUNTANT
2391 HENNEPIN AVE N, GLENCOE MN 55336-5031
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HECTOR, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | HECTOR, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GLENCOE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GLENCOE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | HUTCHINSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | HUTCHINSON, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BROWNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 335 3RD STREET SOUTH, BROWNTON, MN, 55312 |
(320) 328-5900
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HUTCHINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 50 HASSAN STREET SE, HUTCHINSON, MN, 55350 |
(320) 587-2368
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HECTOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 126 MAIN ST S, HECTOR, MN, 55342 |
(320) 848-2841
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GLENCOE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 1107 11TH STREET E, SUITE 207, GLENCOE, MN, 55336 |
(320) 864-3919
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WINTHROP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 305 N. MAIN ST., WINTHROP, MN, 55396 |
(507) 647-5308
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GIBBON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 1050 ADAMS AVE, GIBBON, MN, 55335 |
(507) 834-6640
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COSMOS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 230 MILKY WAY STREET S, COSMOS, MN, 56228 |
(320) 440-1012
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GAYLORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 428 MAIN AVE, GAYLORD, MN, 55334 |
(507) 237-2280
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ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 321 WEST MAIN STREET, ARLINGTON, MN, 55307 |
(507) 964-2490
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FAIRFAX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 101 1ST STREET SE, FAIRFAX, MN, 55332 |
(507) 426-7269
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BROWNTON WWTP, MN US, located 5.4 miles from Collins township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2° | 3.4° | 12.3° | 0.66" | 6.9" |
| February | 25.5° | 6.8° | 16.1° | 0.84" | 11.8" |
| March | 38.0° | 20.4° | 29.2° | 1.51" | 7.6" |
| April | 54.7° | 33.5° | 44.1° | 2.99" | 7.0" |
| May | 67.9° | 46.7° | 57.3° | 4.30" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.4° | 57.6° | 67.5° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 61.0° | 70.9° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.1° | 58.3° | 68.7° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 49.3° | 60.5° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.6° | 36.5° | 47.0° | 2.63" | 0.8" |
| November | 40.4° | 22.9° | 31.6° | 1.32" | 3.6" |
| December | 26.4° | 10.6° | 18.5° | 1.07" | 12.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stewart city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Brownton city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Hutchinson city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Biscay city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Buffalo Lake city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| New Auburn city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2708512610. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.