Morrison, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Morrison is a small town in Iowa with a population of 125. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
125 Population 1,250/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $31,008 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population125
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density1,250/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$31,008
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$732M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation953 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries6

Is Morrison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrison receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Morrison stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrison is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrison is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrison experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 32.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Morrison has a population of 125 with a density of 1,250 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

125
Total Population
1,250
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Morrison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrison is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Morrison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,008
Avg Weekly Wage$1,118
IRS Avg AGI$89,602

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$732M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare24
Retail39
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrison is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Morrison, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death5,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Morrison has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall32.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation953 ft (290 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Coordinates42.3430°N, 92.6733°W
County FIPS19075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.73
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants19
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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