Median owner-occupied home value
$163,600
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Collinsville
Established Metro East City · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideAn established Metro East city with a traditional Main Street, highway access, and a distinctive roadside landmark.
The short version
Collinsville had an estimated 23,717 residents in 2025. Census data for 2020–2024 reports a $163,600 median owner-occupied home value, $1,038 median gross rent, $67,612 median household income and a 24.2-minute mean commute.
What stands out
Collinsville combines older neighborhoods and a traditional Main Street district with retail and employment areas near Interstate 55/70. Its location provides access to both Madison and St. Clair counties, and the World's Largest Catsup Bottle remains one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Collinsville
These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.
Local snapshot
Best for & local character
Metro East commutersPeople who value a traditional Main StreetHouseholds comparing established Illinois communitiesMain StreetEstablishedMetro EastHighway-connected
Highlights
- 2025 population estimate: 23,717
- Median owner-occupied home value: $163,600
- Median household income: $67,612
- 24.2-minute mean commute
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability · modeled60
Transit · modeled38
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining · modeled54
Parks & outdoors · modeled58
Arts & culture · modeled52
Quiet & peaceful · modeled65
The decision brief
Is Collinsville a good fit?
What stands out
Collinsville can appeal to Metro East commuters who want a traditional Main Street and established Illinois neighborhoods. Compare the downtown-adjacent streets with other residential areas for the actual routine you want.
Things to check
Three job directions complicate the commute choice
I-55/70, Illinois 157, Illinois 159, and Beltline Road provide regional access. Trips can orient toward St. Louis, Edwardsville, or other Metro East jobs.
Does this fit your actual move?
Compare Collinsville against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.
Homes & housing
What does housing cost here?
Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.
Owner-occupied homes
66%
The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,038/mo
Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
Price is only part of the monthly payment
For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.
Plan the daily trip
Commute & getting around
Test the direction, not just the average
The citywide mean travel time to work is useful orientation, but Collinsville can send daily trips toward downtown St. Louis, Edwardsville, Fairview Heights or employment elsewhere in the Metro East. Test the exact address on I-55/70, Illinois 157, Illinois 159 or local streets during the hours you would actually travel.
I-55/70, Illinois 157, Illinois 159, and Beltline Road provide regional access. Trips can orient toward St. Louis, Edwardsville, or other Metro East jobs.
Schools
Which schools serve this address?
The address—not the city name—determines the schools
A Collinsville mailing address does not replace district and attendance-boundary verification. Confirm the assigned public district and schools directly from the property address, then compare transportation, programs and the daily route rather than relying on the city name alone.
Collinsville CUSD 10 covers more than the City of Collinsville. Its secondary system includes Dorris Intermediate, Collinsville Middle School and Collinsville High School, while the Collinsville Area Vocational Center adds career and technical options. Elementary campuses include Webster, Twin Echo, Summit, Renfro, Maryville, Kreitner and Caseyville. Check the district boundary map and assigned elementary school rather than assuming every Collinsville mailing address follows the same path.
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Identify the district
Start with the property’s complete street address.
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Check the boundary tool
Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.
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Confirm before deciding
Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.
Illinois school district finder
Search by address to identify a district; the district must confirm the specific school assignment.
Official school and district resources
How people spend free time
Parks & recreation
Willoughby Heritage Farm, Woodland Park, and local recreation facilities provide distinct outdoor and community amenities.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
Main Street and the highway corridors serve different routines
Uptown Collinsville provides the traditional civic and small-business center, while Beltline Road and the interstate area carry much of the regional shopping and highway-oriented activity. The most convenient address depends on which of those patterns you expect to use every week.
Uptown offers local identity while Beltline and the interstate carry much of the recurring retail and service activity.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Collinsville
What is it like to live in Collinsville?+
Collinsville combines older neighborhoods and a traditional Main Street district with retail and employment areas near Interstate 55/70. Its location provides access to both Madison and St. Clair counties, and the World's Largest Catsup Bottle remains one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Collinsville can appeal to Metro East commuters who want a traditional Main Street and established Illinois neighborhoods. Compare the downtown-adjacent streets with other residential areas for the actual routine you want.
What should I know about housing costs in Collinsville?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $163,600 in Collinsville. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.
SourceWhat should movers know about schools in Collinsville?+
A Collinsville mailing address does not replace district and attendance-boundary verification. Confirm the assigned public district and schools directly from the property address, then compare transportation, programs and the daily route rather than relying on the city name alone. Confirm the current school assignment and enrollment rules directly with the district for the specific address.
Use the Illinois district finderWhat is commuting from Collinsville like?+
The citywide mean travel time to work is useful orientation, but Collinsville can send daily trips toward downtown St. Louis, Edwardsville, Fairview Heights or employment elsewhere in the Metro East. Test the exact address on I-55/70, Illinois 157, Illinois 159 or local streets during the hours you would actually travel.
What costs should I consider before moving to Collinsville?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,038/month in Collinsville. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.
SourceWhat should I verify before choosing a home in Collinsville?+
I-55/70, Illinois 157, Illinois 159, and Beltline Road provide regional access. Trips can orient toward St. Louis, Edwardsville, or other Metro East jobs. Willoughby Heritage Farm and Conservation Reserve is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.
Keep narrowing the decision
Put Collinsville in context.
The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.
If walkability matters
See how Collinsville fits into a broader St. Louis walkability search.
Read guideMissouri or Metro East?
Compare both sides of the river using the actual commute, housing and services you would use.
Read guideWhere should you live in St. Louis?
Start with the life you want and use that to narrow the region.
Read guideUnderstand the geography
Map of Collinsville
See where Collinsville sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.
Mapped places in this guide
6 verified locationsWorld's Largest Catsup Bottle800 S Morrison Ave, Collinsville, IL 62234Willoughby Heritage Farm and Conservation Reserve631 Willoughby Ln, Collinsville, IL 62234Collinsville Activity Center10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234Collinsville Aqua Park10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234Collinsville Memorial Public Library408 W Main St, Collinsville, IL 62234Collinsville City Hall125 S Center St, Collinsville, IL 62234
This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.
Around town
Places to know
Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Collinsville.
Parks & outdoors
1 placeheritage farm
Willoughby Heritage Farm and Conservation Reserve
A city heritage farm and conservation property with trails and educational programming.
631 Willoughby Ln, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details Family destinations
2 placesaquatic center
Collinsville Aqua Park
The city's outdoor aquatic and water-play facility.
10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details library
Collinsville Memorial Public Library
The public library serving Collinsville with collections, programs and community resources.
408 W Main St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details Arts & culture
1 placeroadside landmark
World's Largest Catsup Bottle
A landmark water tower associated with Collinsville's industrial and roadside history.
800 S Morrison Ave, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details Fitness & recreation
1 placerecreation center
Collinsville Activity Center
A city recreation and community-programming facility.
10 Gateway Dr, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details Civic & everyday
1 placegovernment
Collinsville City Hall
Collinsville's municipal offices and city-service contact point.
125 S Center St, Collinsville, IL 62234
Official details Don’t choose in a vacuum
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Open community guideSources, dates & how we got here3 sources · expand
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