Morrill, NE

Nebraska

Morrill is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 852. Residents earn $41,848 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
852 Population 1,374/sq mi density
$41,848 Median Income $28,098 per capita
$123,300 Home Value $147,785 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,848 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,300 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,848
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population852
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,374/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,848
Per Capita$28,098
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$2,384M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,785

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation3,989 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.62

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Libraries6

Is Morrill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrill receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Morrill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrill is $41,848, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrill is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Morrill has a population of 852 with a density of 1,374 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 10.7% Hispanic.

Population

852
Total Population
1,374
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrill is $41,848, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Morrill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,848
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,098
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$63,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$2,384M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare118
Retail146
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,423
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrill is $123,300, 56% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,785.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,785

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$666
1 Bedroom$789
2 Bedrooms$961
3 Bedrooms$1,152
4 Bedrooms$1,284

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,423
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.40%
In Morrill, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death10,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access80.8%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Morrill has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,989 ft (1,216 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,374/sq mi
Coordinates41.9641°N, 103.9248°W
County FIPS31157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.62
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,374/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants103
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home4.6%

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