Collins, Mississippi
Collins: city in Covington County, Mississippi, United States
About
Collins is a city located in the county of Covington in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,586 and a population density of 125 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,417 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Collins
| Population | 2,417 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Mississippi (United States) |
| County | Covington County |
| Postal code | 39428 |
| Phone Area Codes | 601 |
| Area | 20.69 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 31.6454,-89.5554 |
| Altitude | 292 feet / 89 meters |
| Capital city | Collins is capital of Covington County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:46:26 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 117 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.99% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 81℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Collins is located at 31°38'44"N 89°33'19"W (31.6454400, -89.5553500).
Collins map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 81. South southeast wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Collins
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Collins decreased by 6.99% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,586 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,569 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,560 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,506 | -2.15% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,501 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,520 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,503 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,486 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,455 | -1.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,425 | -1.24% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,417 | -0.33% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Collins
1Collins City Hall
300 Main St, Collins, MS 39428 View details
Phone: +16017654491 | Website available
2U.S. Department of Agricultural
15 Covington Ridge Pl, Collins, MS 39428, United States View details
Website available
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Collins, MS. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175883 | Jones County Junior College | Ellisville (MS) | 39437 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Collins, MS. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HBI | Hattiesburg, MS | 7297 US Highway 49 | BUS |
| LAU | Laurel station | 230 North Maple Street | RAIL |
| HBG | Hattiesburg station | 308 Newman St. | RAIL |
| HAZ | Hazlehurst station | North Ragsdale Ave and East Conway St. | RAIL |
| BRH | Brookhaven | East Monticello St. and South Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Collins.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Collin Post Office | Collins (MS) | 39428 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Collins, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 6,239 people.
- Collins, Georgia human settlement in Tattnall County, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 568 people.
- Collins, Iowa city in Story County, Iowa, United States with a population of 472 people.
- Collins, Missouri human settlement in St. with a population of 159 people.
Other cities in Covington County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Covington County , MS.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Union | 1,876 | County in Mississippi, United States |
| Seminary | 284 | Town in Mississippi, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Collins distances to largest Mississippi cities