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Morris, NY

New York · Otsego County

Morris is a small town in New York with a population of 546. Residents earn $81,875 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
546 Population 728/sq mi density
$81,875 Median Income $52,601 per capita
$163,800 Home Value
$710 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,800 home value, $710/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,875
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $163,800
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.0%
57% higher than US avg
Median Rent $710
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population546
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density728/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,875
Per Capita$52,601
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,800
Rent$710
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units258
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking13.5%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,141 ft (348 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.0%
High School+84.1%
Graduate+44.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries13

Is Morris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morris receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Morris stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morris is $81,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morris is $163,800, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $710 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Morris is a highly educated community — 53.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Morris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 83.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Morris has a population of 546 with a density of 728 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

546
Total Population
728
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Morris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morris is $81,875, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Morris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,875
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,601
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Morris is $163,800, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $710 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,800
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$710
39% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.7%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Morris, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Morris has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall83.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,141 ft (348 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density728/sq mi
Coordinates42.5481°N, 75.2453°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyOtsego County County
County FIPS36077
Morris is located in Otsego County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 53.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.0%
57% above US avg
High School+84.1%
Graduate Degree+44.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density728/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyOtsego County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home20.5%

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