Median Income
$42,750
43% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,400
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
36.2%
192% higher than US avg
How Morley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population606
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans8.4%
Economy
D
Median Income$42,750
Per Capita$21,298
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty36.2%
County GDP$1,626M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,400
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,203
Rent Burden24.4%
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation894 ft (272 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries6
Is Morley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Morley receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Morley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Morley is $42,750, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Morley is $94,400, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Morley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches, including 72.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Morley has a population of 606 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 9.6% Hispanic, 10.9% Black.
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
The median household income in Morley is $42,750, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,750 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,298 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $869 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,778 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 36.2% |
| 192% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 696 |
| County GDP | $1,626M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Healthcare | 102 |
| Retail | 151 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,526 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Morley is $94,400, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,203.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,400 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $188,203 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,526 |
| 29% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.79% |
In Morley, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Morley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 31.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,230/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 102 |
Morley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.7 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 72.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 894 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 673/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4904°N, 85.4455°W |
| Timezone | America/Detroit |
| County FIPS | 26107 |