Morrice, MI

Michigan

Morrice is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,647. Residents earn $63,611 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,647 Population 1,267/sq mi density
$63,611 Median Income $25,431 per capita
$114,900 Home Value $233,742 Zillow
$1,060 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
112 Violent Crime/100K 1,685 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,611 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,900 home value, $1,060/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
112 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,611
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,900
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 112/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,647
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,611
Per Capita$25,431
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$2,377M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,900
Rent$1,060
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,742

Crime

F
Violent112/100K
Property1,685/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault112/100K
Burglary112/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation888 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Libraries11

Is Morrice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrice receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Morrice has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrice is $63,611, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrice is $114,900, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Morrice is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,685 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrice experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Morrice has a population of 1,647 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

1,647
Total Population
1,267
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrice is $63,611, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Morrice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,611
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,431
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$60,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,180
County GDP$2,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare141
Retail189
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrice is $114,900, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,742.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,742
Median List Price$204,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,950
$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Morrice, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities141
Morrice has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,685 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.4/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault112.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,685.4/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary112.4/100K
Theft1,573.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Morrice has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation888 ft (271 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Coordinates42.8360°N, 84.1845°W
County FIPS26155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities141
Restaurants110
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home6.1%

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