Morris, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Morris is a small town in Indiana with a population of 641. Residents earn $53,710 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
641 Population 971/sq mi density
$53,710 Median Income $29,744 per capita
$184,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,710 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$184,800 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,710
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,800
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population641
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,710
Per Capita$29,744
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$773M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation991 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+73.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Morris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morris receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Morris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morris is $53,710, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morris is $184,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Morris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Morris has a population of 641 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

641
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Morris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morris is $53,710, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Morris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,710
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,744
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$73,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$773M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail63
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morris is $184,800, 34% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,800
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Morris has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates39.2843°N, 85.1690°W
County FIPS18047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+73.8%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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