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Morgantown, IN

Indiana · Johnson County · Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood Metro

Morgantown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,328. Residents earn $50,809 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,328 Population 3,495/sq mi density
$50,809 Median Income $25,159 per capita
$129,500 Home Value $323,101 Zillow
$882 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
46 Violent Crime/100K 2,045 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$50,809 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,500 home value, $882/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
46 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $50,809
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,500
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 46/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $882
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

How Morgantown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,328
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density3,495/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$50,809
Per Capita$25,159
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$8,253M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,500
Rent$882
Ownership73.2%
Zillow$323,101
Housing Units509
Rent Burden32.6%

Crime

F
Violent46/100K
Property2,045/100K

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.5%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation680 ft (207 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.66

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute39 min
Broadband89.8%
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Morgantown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morgantown receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Morgantown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morgantown is $50,809, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morgantown is $129,500, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Morgantown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,045 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Morgantown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Morgantown has a population of 1,328 with a density of 3,495 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.5% female and 45.5% male. The city is predominantly White (92.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,328
Total Population
3,495
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Morgantown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morgantown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morgantown is $50,809, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,159 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $970, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,199 business establishments, including 330 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Morgantown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,809
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,159
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$83,730
Gini Index0.426 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,199
County GDP$8,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare426
Retail505
Manufacturing140

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Morgantown is $129,500, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,101, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 509 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1950. The average annual property tax is $4,164 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,500
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,101
Median List Price$241,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$241,450
$/Sq Ft$38
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio91.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$882
24% below US avg
Rent Burden32.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.2%
Owner-Occupied73.2%
Renter-Occupied26.8%
Housing Units509
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In Morgantown, 38.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 24.0% are physically inactive. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,245. The dentist ratio is 1:1,480. 81.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Morgantown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,245
Dentists1:1,480
Mental Health1:753
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death8,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access81.9%
Healthcare Facilities426
Morgantown has a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,045 per 100,000, 4% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Morgantown receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Morgantown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent45.8/100K
88% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,044.6/100K
4% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Morgantown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. The area receives 16.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 680 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density3,495/sq mi
Coordinates39.3729°N, 86.2586°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
CountyJohnson County County
Nearest AirportIndianapolis International (IND)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.5"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 16.7"
Wettest Month (May) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience87.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 17, 2021.

Jan 24, 1990 6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana M3.9 139 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 102 km
Nov 11, 1991 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois M3.8 136 km
Jan 27, 1990 6 km N of Alton, Indiana M3.8 133 km
Sep 12, 2004 4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana M3.8 57 km
Dec 20, 1990 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana M3.7 40 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 60 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 102 km
May 10, 2012 0 km NW of Emison, Indiana M3.1 121 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 99 km
May 10, 2012 1 km NNW of Emison, Indiana M2.7 121 km
Mar 9, 1990 8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana M2.7 137 km
Mar 21, 1990 1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky M2.7 147 km
Jan 29, 1990 11 km S of Paoli, Indiana M2.6 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

559 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 54 fatalities, 831 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 11, 1998 EF4 52 km 0
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 70 km 1
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 58 km 0
Jul 9, 1980 EF4 72 km 2
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 54 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 67 km 0
May 14, 1972 EF4 47 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 89 km 28
Apr 25, 1961 EF4 46 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 23 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 41 km 2
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 81 km 3
May 25, 2011 EF3 58 km 0
Mar 8, 2009 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 3, 2008 EF3 51 km 1
Nov 15, 2005 EF3 40 km 0
Sep 20, 2002 EF3 35 km 0
Apr 9, 1999 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 9, 1999 EF3 91 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 23 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JPG 09 1 (6,113 ac, 1998).

Year Name Acres Distance
1998 JPG 09 1 6,113 91 km
2005 RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06 5,054 92 km
2007 UNITS 8-9 2008 4,316 91 km
2006 UNIT 19 06 WUI 3,412 92 km
2003 WUI 3 03 3,372 84 km
2010 WUI UNIT 28K 3,230 83 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,122 83 km
2002 UNIT 8 2,753 91 km
2005 UNIT 3 05 2,511 84 km
2001 01 UNIT 16 2,361 94 km
2011 WUI UNITS 0 AND 1 2011 2,215 91 km
2004 UNIT 19 2,004 91 km
2003 UNIT 8 03 1,971 89 km
2008 FY 09 UNIT 42 RX FALL 2008 1,942 87 km
2000 JPG 14 1,908 92 km
2003 UNIT 16 03 1,809 94 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,547 28 km
2002 UNIT 9 1,485 92 km
1995 UNNAMED 1,462 87 km
2010 TRACER 1,408 83 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 2.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.2 in

Morgantown has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (2.4").

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Morgantown is located in Johnson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 7.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.3% of the vote, a 34.3-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 426 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.66
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density3,495/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyJohnson County County

Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Avg Download Speed189.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed95.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities426
Restaurants330
Retail Stores505

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%
Average costs for common services in Morgantown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit $327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit $2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $233 ($140–$373)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement $187 ($93–$327)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install $6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair $933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement $8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested) $13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense $4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation $467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation $2,333 ($933–$4,665)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $140 ($70–$233)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread $3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($47–$140)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly) $373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($93–$373)
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Top Industries in Johnson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Transportation & Warehousing 9,054 256 $48,262 3.27
Retail Trade 8,678 517 $35,289 1.33
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,292 399 $52,011 0.88
Accommodation & Food Services 7,210 353 $23,433 1.21
Manufacturing 5,819 161 $65,949 1.08
Construction 4,937 435 $74,733 1.44
Administrative & Waste Services 3,133 278 $45,404 0.81
Wholesale Trade 2,246 218 $73,247 0.87
Professional & Technical Services 2,058 506 $79,322 0.45
Other Services 1,884 308 $45,710 0.96
Finance & Insurance 1,221 267 $85,306 0.46
Educational Services 926 62 $33,670 0.68
Real Estate 710 203 $54,666 0.70
Arts & Entertainment 600 56 $18,973 0.55
Information & Technology 221 50 $77,624 0.18
Management of Companies 171 17 $79,371 0.15
Utilities 163 10 $102,298 0.65
Agriculture & Forestry 38 15 $38,009 0.07
Mining & Oil/Gas 21 5 $71,843 0.08

Schools in Morgantown

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Helmsburg Elementary School Elementary 264 15 17.6:1
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Radio Stations near Morgantown

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBS Sports 1430 AM sports AAC+ 80 kbps
107.9 The Mix adult contemporary AAC+ 80 kbps
ALT 104.5 alternative AAC
Old Time Radio USA old time radio, oldies MP3 128 kbps
88.7 WICR - The Diamond classical, jazz MP3 48 kbps
Alt 92.3 alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
93.5 The Mix adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
WIUX B-Side music, student radio AAC+ 64 kbps
WBRI 1500AM religious AAC+ 32 kbps
Fox Sports 1260 sports AAC
The Mix 98.6 FM MP3 320 kbps
98.6 the mix blind, miscellaneous MP3 320 kbps
Alt 96.1 alternative AAC
WNDX 93.9X - Indy's Rock Station hard rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
Alt 103.3 alternative AAC
Alt99.3 MP3
ALT 98.7 AAC
La Pantera 810 regional mexican AAC+ 32 kbps
The Mix MP3 128 kbps
99.5 WZPL pop, top 40 AAC+ 80 kbps
ALT 103.9 alternative AAC
107.9 The Mix WNTR MP3 128 kbps
Freedom 95 talk AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Morgantown

3 campgrounds found near Morgantown.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Blackwell Campground 5.0/5 28 Free
Hickory Ridge Campground 5.0/5 10 Free
HARDIN RIDGE 4.6/5 195 $24–$64

National Parks Near Morgantown

23 national parks and monuments found near Morgantown.

ParkTypeFee
Brown County State Park State Park Free
Cataract Falls State Park Free
Charlestown State Park State Park Free
Clifty Falls State Park State Park Free
Eiteljorg Museum State Park Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park State Park Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park - Harrison Inn State Park Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition State Park Free
Imax Theatre State Park Free
Indiana War Memorial State Park Free
Mccormick's Creek State Park State Park Free
Military Park State Park Free
Mitchell Sinkhole Plain Nature Preserve State Park Free
Mounds State Park State Park Free
Shades State Park State Park Free
Shakamak Prairie Nature Preserve State Park Free
Shakamak State Park State Park Free
Spring Mill State Park State Park Free
Summit Lake State Park State Park Free
Turkey Run State Park State Park Free
University Park State Park Free
Unknown Park State Park Free
White River State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Morgantown

48 trails found near Morgantown.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GRUBB RIDGE TRAIL 11.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NEBO RIDGE TRAIL 1 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 2 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COPE HOLLOW TRAIL 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 16 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 18 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SYCAMORE TRAIL 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 4 4.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 3 3.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MARTIN HOLLOW TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
AXSOM BRANCH TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PENINSULA TRAIL 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 15 2.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BROWN CO. "D" 2.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HAYES TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 22 2.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TERRILL RIDGE TRAIL 1.9 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 17 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 19 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FORK RIDGE TRAIL 1 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HARDIN RIDGE TRAIL 1.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 1 1.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 12 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 9 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 20 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 21 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 6 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 11 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 14 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HUNTER CREEK TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PATE HOLLOW TRAIL 2 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 8 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 10 0.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 5 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 7 0.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 13 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TED T TURTLE TRAIL 1 0.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
TED T TURTLE TRAIL 2 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
SHORELINE TRAIL 1 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
GRUBB RIDGE TRAIL SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NEBO RIDGE TRAIL 2 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PATE HOLLOW TRAIL 3 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY RIDGE TRAIL 10 SPUR 1 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORELINE TRAIL 1 SPUR 1 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
SHORELINE TRAIL 1 SPUR 2 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HARDIN RIDGE TRAIL 1 SPUR 1 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HARDIN RIDGE TRAIL 1 SPUR 2 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SHORELINE TRAIL 1 SPUR 3 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Morgantown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
JOHNSON CENTER FOR FINE ARTSART MUSEUM$40,355,206
BROWN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION46 E GOULD STREET8129882899$2,230,135
FRANKLIN HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3177366823$316,420
FRANKLIN HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9732091232$316,420
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3193515738$102,680
INDIANA HERITAGE QUILT SHOWART MUSEUM$62,190
ACADEMY BUILDING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM250 N MONROE ST3178319001
JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MARTINSVILLE FIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MONROES BILL MUSEUM & PARK CAMPGROUNDGENERAL MUSEUM8129886422
MORGAN COUNTY ANTIQUE MACHINERY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORGAN COUNTY HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7653420391
T C STEELE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8129882785

Libraries in Morgantown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MORGAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY110 SOUTH JEFFERSON STREET0.0208,921
GREENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY310 SOUTH MERIDIAN0.0206,075
MOORESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY220 WEST HARRISON STREET0.0101,203
BROWN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY205 LOCUST LANE0.092,196

Farmers Markets in Morgantown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bean Blossom Farmers' Market135 W St Rd 4504/28/2017 to 10/06/2017Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Franklin Farmers MarketParking Lot 2 Blocks West of the Courthouse05/12/2018 to 09/01/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Greenwood Farmers Market525 North Madison Avenue05/13/2017 to 10/14/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Morgan County Farmers' Market AssociationMain St. & Indiana St.05/12/2017 to 09/29/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Morgan County farmers' Market AssociationMonroe & Main St.05/09/2017 to 09/25/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Nashville Farmer's Market51 St Rd 46 E 05/07/2017 to 10/29/2017Sun: 12:00 PM-3:00 PM;

Breweries in Morgantown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Big Woods BreweryAmerican Restaurant, Brewery60 Molly Ln8129886000Visit
Butler VineyardsWineries, Vineyards, Brewers6200 E Robinson Rd8123326660Visit
Oaken Barrel Brewing CompanyBrewery, Restaurant, and BBQ Joint50 Airport Pkwy3178872287Visit
Planetary Brewing CompanyBrewery500 Polk St3172154941Visit
Taxman Brewing Co.Brewery13 Baldwin St3174580210Visit

Nursing Homes in Morgantown

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MORGANTOWN HEALTH CARE
140 W WASHINGTON ST
Government - City/county 39 34 2/5 2/5 2/5 8125974418

Cell Towers in Morgantown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2495 WEST STATE ROAD 252 (83213)GTOWER305
2495 WEST STATE ROAD 252 (83213)GTOWER305
6534 WEST STATE ROAD 46 (74572)LTOWER107
6534 WEST STATE ROAD 46 (74572)LTOWER107
4841 N. Bruce Lane (128405)LTOWER99
4841 N. Bruce Lane (128405)LTOWER99
9515 Old Haggard Road (74569)GTOWER98
9515 Old Haggard Road (74569)GTOWER98
1189 CHAMBERS PIKE RD (83537)GTOWER93
1189 CHAMBERS PIKE RD (83537)GTOWER93
2081 E. RD. 100 S.TOWER91
1842 South CR 100 WestTOWER91
1690 N LINCOLN HILL RDTOWER91
8340 NEW WHITELAND RDTOWER90
925 N LINCOLN HILL (84450)LTOWER81
925 N LINCOLN HILL (84450)LTOWER81
3720 STATE ROAD 252 (113725)LTOWER80
3720 STATE ROAD 252 (113725)LTOWER80
3031 EAST 32nd Street (114809)LTOWER79
3031 EAST 32nd Street (114809)LTOWER79
Pine Blvd 1/4 E of SR 37 & 8000 S. Meridian StreetTOWER79
2571 LEGENDARY HILLS DR (58962)MTOWER60
2571 LEGENDARY HILLS DR (58962)MTOWER60
STATE ROAD 46 & KELLY ROAD (74561)LTOWER59
STATE ROAD 46 & KELLY ROAD (74561)LTOWER59
1394 1/4 STATE ROAD, 45 WESTTOWER58
1394 1/4 STATE ROAD, 45 WESTTOWER58

Fire Stations in Morgantown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Fruitdale Volunteer Fire Department5200 State RD 135 NVolunteer812-988-1696
Morgantown Rural Fire Department, Inc.269 N Highland STVolunteer812-597-1120

Bridges in Morgantown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1940546,202F
CulvertConcrete1933275,684F
Arch (Deck)Concrete19331164,870F
CulvertConcrete2023384,710G
CulvertConcrete1937434,285F
SlabConcrete continuous20141194,285G
Truss (Thru)Steel19331543,892F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1982661,961F
SlabConcrete continuous19651121,600F
CulvertConcrete1977331,164G
SlabConcrete continuous1984901,078F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1983331,078F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1967501,028F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron199021900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194028810F
SlabConcrete continuous1988130477F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201081440G
CulvertSteel201782360G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete2004173350G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197832318F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196548270F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201058270F
SlabConcrete continuous201687240G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197060222F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198233186F
CulvertConcrete201743164G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete197436150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200353120G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete200048104G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201850100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19656073F

Airports Near Morgantown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Indianapolis International AirportINDLarge Airport
Columbus Municipal AirportCLUMedium Airport
Monroe County AirportBMGMedium Airport
4 Winds AerodromeSmall Airport
Aerobatic Practice AirportSmall Airport
Anderson Municipal Darlington FieldAIDSmall Airport
Beck AirportSmall Airport
Beechwood Flying FieldSmall Airport
Bergs AirportSmall Airport
Berry FieldSmall Airport
Best Lock Corp. AirstripSmall Airport
Bluebird AirportSmall Airport
Boone County AirportSmall Airport
Bronson AirportSmall Airport
Brush Creek AirportSmall Airport
Burk Personal Use AirportSmall Airport
Canary's AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Clover Knoll AirportSmall Airport
Cooper AirportSmall Airport
Cooper FieldSmall Airport
Crawfordsville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Creekbend AirportSmall Airport
Creekside Farm AirportSmall Airport
Demaree AirportSmall Airport
Donica FieldSmall Airport
Dunbar FieldSmall Airport
Durham AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AirportSmall Airport
Fischer FieldSmall Airport
Foghorn Farms AirportSmall Airport
Foltz Farm AirportSmall Airport
Franklin Flying FieldSmall Airport
Freeman Municipal AirportSERSmall Airport
Frost FieldSmall Airport
Fuller FieldSmall Airport
Galloway AirportSmall Airport
Gray AirportSmall Airport
Greensburg Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Haffner AirportSmall Airport
Hampton FieldSmall Airport
Hanna AirportSmall Airport
Harrod/Rose AirportSmall Airport
Hendricks County Gordon Graham FieldSmall Airport
Himsel Army AirfieldSmall Airport
Hodges AirportSmall Airport
Indianapolis Executive AirportSmall Airport
Indianapolis Metropolitan AirportSmall Airport
Indianapolis Regional AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Morgantown

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Brown County Sheriff's Department55 State Rd 46
Johnson County Sheriff's Office1091 Hospital Road
Prince's Lakes Police Station14 East Lakeview Drive
Prince's Lakes Police Station14 East Lakeview Drive

Grocery Stores in Morgantown

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
A1 Super Market IncGrocery Store80 S Marion St
Dollar General 11310Other529 E State Road 135

Treatment Centers in Morgantown

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Brown CountyBoth877-467-3123
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Centerstone MartinsvilleBoth877-467-3123
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
Indiana University Health Bloomington - Inpatient Behavioral Health ServicesBoth812-918-5300
Recovery Works - MartinsvilleSubstance Abuse765-516-6275
Recovery Works - Martinsville/OutpatientSubstance Abuse765-558-2727
Valle Vista HospitalBoth317-887-1348 x5300

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morgantown

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COTTONWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH2523 W COTTONWOOD RD
GATEWAY CHAPEL HOLINESS CHURCHPO BOX 336
GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSEPO BOX 337
GROWING IN THE WORD MINISTRY INCPO BOX 233
HARBOR HOMESCHOOL GROUP LTD7754 BEAR CREEK RD
HOOSIER HILLS EMMAUS COMMUNITY INC550 S STATE ROAD 135
LIVING WITH PURPOSE GIRLS OUTREACH MINISTRY INC1964 W THREE STORY HILL RD
MARTINSVILLE WESLEYAN CHURCH4065 E MAHALASVILLE RD
MORGANTOWN WESLEYAN CHURCH140 MORTON ST
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH5802 N OLD SETTLERS RD
TRANSFORMATION CHURCH BC104 CARDINAL DR
TWELVE STONES MINISTRIES INC4826 W BEAR CREEK CHURCH RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Morgantown

What is the population of Morgantown?

Morgantown has a population of 1,328 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 3,495 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.5% female and 45.5% male.

Is Morgantown expensive to live in?

Morgantown is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $50,809, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,500 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Morgantown safe?

Morgantown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,045 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Morgantown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Morgantown?

Morgantown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.5 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Morgantown?

The job market in Morgantown faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 4,199 business establishments in the area, including 330 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 39 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Morgantown?

The median home value in Morgantown is $129,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,101. For renters, the median monthly rent is $882. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,164.

How are the schools in Morgantown?

Schools in Morgantown score 6.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.5% of adults in Morgantown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Morgantown?

The obesity rate in Morgantown is 38.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 24.0% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 81.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,245.

What is transportation like in Morgantown?

The average commute in Morgantown is 39 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Morgantown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Morgantown is 92.8% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

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