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Is Collierville a Good Place to Live? Collierville, Tennessee: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Collierville ranks #120 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #56 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Tennessee. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.2%, #4 of 524) and high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437), and trails on a shrinking population (-0.3%, #353 of 468).
Collierville by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Collierville's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Collierville?
Collierville's cost of living index is 92.2, 8% below the US level of 100 and #327 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,691/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $505,746, 51% above the typical Tennessee home ($334,108).
| Measure | Collierville | TennesseeTN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 92.2#327 of 1,308 | 91.9 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $505,746#820 of 1,187 | $334,108 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,992/mo#707 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $485,900#961 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,691/mo#871 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.5x#381 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 14.6%#49 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Tennessee is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Collierville housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Collierville is in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro.
Tennessee housing market →Is Collierville safe?
Collierville recorded 175 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 47% below the US rate of 328 and 65% below Tennessee's 492. That ranks #296 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #138 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Collierville Police Department. Property crime runs 1,015 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Collierville | TennesseeTN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 175#296 of 1,085 | 492 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 1,015#224 of 1,085 | 1,637 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Tennessee is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Collierville?
The median household in Collierville earns $138,598, 67% above the US figure of $83,163 and 93% above Tennessee ($71,997). Unemployment is 3.1% (US 4.3%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Collierville | TennesseeTN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $138,598#75 of 1,312 | $71,997 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.1%#131 of 1,058 | 3.5% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 3.2%#23 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | -0.3%#853 of 1,132 | +0.9% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Tennessee is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Collierville?
The median resident of Collierville is 41 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 62.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #106 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 79.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Collierville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 41 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 62.5%#106 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 79.9% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Collierville's schools and health?
Collierville's 9 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (Tennessee 90.4%), with 15.3 students per teacher and $11,787 spent per pupil. 29.1% of adults are obese and 10.7% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Collierville | TennesseeTN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 96%#29 of 1,063 | 90.4% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 15.3#514 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $11,787#983 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 29.1%#340 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 10.7%#555 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 14.7%#229 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 6.5%#197 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Tennessee is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 9,277 students are enrolled in Collierville's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Collierville?
The average commute in Collierville is 25.1 minutes (Tennessee 26.5); 0% of workers take transit and 21.4% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Collierville scores 7.7 of 20 (below average walkable), #1122 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 79.3°F and winters 42.1°F, with 57 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Collierville | TennesseeTN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 25.1 min#787 of 1,312 | 26.5 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 3.3%#247 of 1,312 | 7.7% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 71.2% | 75% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0% | 0.5% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0% | 0.1% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 21.4% | 12.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.7#1122 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Tennessee is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 50 | 29.1 | 4.4 |
| Feb | 54.7 | 32.4 | 5 |
| Mar | 63.8 | 40.4 | 5.6 |
| Apr | 73.4 | 48.7 | 5.7 |
| May | 81.8 | 58.6 | 5.8 |
| Jun | 88.2 | 66.7 | 4.2 |
| Jul | 91.4 | 70.3 | 4.9 |
| Aug | 90.6 | 68.4 | 3.4 |
| Sep | 84.9 | 60.8 | 3.7 |
| Oct | 75.2 | 48.5 | 4.2 |
| Nov | 63.2 | 38.7 | 4.3 |
| Dec | 53.5 | 32.8 | 5.8 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Collierville.
| Measure | Collierville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 61.1°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 79.3°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 42.1°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 57 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Collierville.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Collierville?
Shelby County's air had a median air quality index of 47, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 5 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Shelby County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 65% of US counties.
| Measure | Collierville | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 47#731 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 5#726 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.18%#830 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Shelby County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Shelby County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Earthquake | 0.063% | 93% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.019% | 84% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.074% | 41% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Collierville compare with similar-size cities?
Collierville is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #56 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 51,515.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collierville, TNPop. 51,515 | #120 | 67.6 | $138,598 | $1,691/mo | 175 | 25.1 min |
| Delano, CAPop. 51,679 | #1233 | 43.4 | $67,010 | $1,199/mo | 331 | 22.2 min |
| Summerville, SCPop. 51,654 | #836 | 52.7 | $81,046 | $1,526/mo | 307 | 31.2 min |
| Middletown, OHPop. 51,617 | #1076 | 48.4 | $57,102 | $1,007/mo | 165 | 24.2 min |
| Burien, WAPop. 51,513 | #670 | 55.6 | $91,318 | $1,782/mo | 342 | 26.7 min |
| Harrisonburg, VAPop. 51,392 | #436 | 59.4 | $62,254 | $1,184/mo | 211 | 17.1 min |
| East Honolulu, HIPop. 51,360 | #97 | 68.5 | $159,518 | $3,313/mo | no data | 30.9 min |
| La Crosse, WIPop. 51,356 | #557 | 57.2 | $55,866 | $1,010/mo | 428 | 15.9 min |
| Country Club, FLPop. 51,296 | #1146 | 46.8 | $75,212 | $1,899/mo | no data | 35.6 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Collierville compare with the rest of Tennessee?
Collierville ranks #3 of the 20 Tennessee cities we track, with a score of 67.6 against Tennessee's statewide 57.1. Its households earn 93% above the Tennessee median. Violent crime is 65% below the statewide rate. Homes are 51% above the typical Tennessee home.
| City | Rank in TN | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin, TNPop. 87,133 | #1 | 69.5 | $119,528 | $1,923/mo | 171 |
| Brentwood, TNPop. 45,556 | #2 | 68.0 | $182,088 | $2,825/mo | 62 |
| Collierville, TNPop. 51,515 | #3 | 67.6 | $138,598 | $1,691/mo | 175 |
| Spring Hill, TNPop. 55,765 | #4 | 63.4 | $112,013 | $1,844/mo | part year |
| Hendersonville, TNPop. 63,091 | #5 | 61.5 | $97,200 | $1,653/mo | 140 |
| Lebanon, TNPop. 44,788 | #6 | 60.3 | $72,848 | $1,306/mo | 266 |
| Bartlett, TNPop. 56,876 | #7 | 59.1 | $102,070 | $1,638/mo | 262 |
| Gallatin, TNPop. 48,532 | #8 | 58.9 | $77,518 | $1,395/mo | 180 |
| Smyrna, TNPop. 56,692 | #9 | 58.3 | $81,926 | $1,461/mo | 333 |
| Murfreesboro, TNPop. 161,445 | #10 | 57.1 | $80,108 | $1,481/mo | 404 |
| Johnson City, TNPop. 72,222 | #11 | 55.6 | $57,254 | $1,023/mo | 417 |
| Columbia, TNPop. 45,441 | #12 | 54.1 | $63,719 | $1,197/mo | 371 |
| Clarksville, TNPop. 176,456 | #13 | 53.4 | $69,303 | $1,307/mo | 366 |
| Knoxville, TNPop. 195,185 | #14 | 51.8 | $54,039 | $1,191/mo | 685 |
| Cleveland, TNPop. 48,829 | #15 | 51.6 | $58,559 | $1,034/mo | 547 |
| Kingsport, TNPop. 56,262 | #16 | 51.3 | $52,490 | $907/mo | 572 |
| Chattanooga, TNPop. 185,783 | #17 | 50.9 | $64,523 | $1,256/mo | 680 |
| Nashville, TNPop. 690,130 | #18 | 50.4 | $77,371 | $1,586/mo | 961 |
| Jackson, TNPop. 68,435 | #19 | 44.4 | $53,032 | $1,145/mo | 727 |
| Memphis, TNPop. 618,980 | #20 | 37.4 | $51,736 | $1,181/mo | 1,853 |
All 20 Tennessee cities we track, by overall score. Tennessee statewide: median income $71,997, violent crime 492.3 per 100,000.
How is Collierville's score calculated?
Collierville scores 67.6 out of 100, #120 of 1,312 (grade A+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Tennessee's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Collierville. Similar-size median 55.5.
85.6 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Collierville's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
88.4 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Collierville. Similar-size median 58.9.
67.1 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Collierville's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
63.0 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Collierville's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
61.3 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Collierville. Similar-size median 56.1.
94.7 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Collierville. Similar-size median 42.4.
41.4 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Collierville. Similar-size median 50.0.
54.3 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Collierville's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
35.3 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
40.8 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Collierville's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Collierville has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Collierville
Is Collierville, TN a good place to live?
Collierville ranks #120 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #56 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Tennessee. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (3.2%, #4 of 524) and high graduation rates (96%, #8 of 437), and trails on a shrinking population (-0.3%, #353 of 468).
What is the cost of living in Collierville?
Collierville's cost of living index is 92.2, 8% below the US level of 100 and #327 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,691/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $505,746, 51% above the typical Tennessee home ($334,108).
What is the crime rate in Collierville?
Collierville recorded 175 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 47% below the US rate of 328 and 65% below Tennessee's 492. That ranks #296 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #138 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Collierville Police Department. Property crime runs 1,015 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Collierville?
The median household in Collierville earns $138,598, 67% above the US figure of $83,163 and 93% above Tennessee ($71,997). Unemployment is 3.1% (US 4.3%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The population fell 0.3% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Collierville?
Median rent in Collierville is $1,691/mo (Census), #871 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,992/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 14.6% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Collierville?
The typical home value in Collierville is $505,746, down 1.4% in a year, against $334,108 for Tennessee and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $485,900.
How are the public schools in Collierville?
Collierville's 9 public schools graduate 96% of students in four years (Tennessee 90.4%), with 15.3 students per teacher and $11,787 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Collierville?
The average commute is 25.1 minutes, #787 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 26.5 minutes across Tennessee. 3.3% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Collierville?
Collierville averages 61.1°F over the year, 79.3°F in summer and 42.1°F in winter, with 57 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Collierville walkable?
Collierville scores 7.7 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1122 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Collierville at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Shelby County's biggest natural hazard losses in earthquake, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.18% of building value, higher than 65% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Collierville?
Shelby County's air had a median air quality index of 47, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 5 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Collierville?
Collierville has 51,515 residents. The median resident of Collierville is 41 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 62.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #106 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 79.9% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Collierville compare with the rest of Tennessee?
Collierville ranks #3 of the 20 Tennessee cities we track, with a score of 67.6 against Tennessee's statewide 57.1. Its households earn 93% above the Tennessee median. Violent crime is 65% below the statewide rate. Homes are 51% above the typical Tennessee home.
What cities are similar in size to Collierville?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Collierville's population of 51,515 are Delano, CA (#1233 overall), Summerville, SC (#836 overall), Middletown, OH (#1076 overall), Burien, WA (#670 overall), and Harrisonburg, VA (#436 overall). Collierville is #120.