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Morristown, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Morristown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 996. Residents earn $47,850 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
996 Population 259/sq mi density
$47,850 Median Income $26,119 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $264,060 Zillow
$910 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,850 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $910/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,850
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,850
Per Capita$26,119
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$4,922M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,060
Housing Units455
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.7%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation855 ft (261 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute34 min
Broadband83.7%
Libraries4

Is Morristown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morristown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Morristown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morristown is $47,850, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morristown is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Morristown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Morristown has a population of 996 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

996
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Morristown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morristown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morristown is $47,850, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Morristown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,850
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,119
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$84,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,045
County GDP$4,922M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare155
Retail164
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Morristown is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,060.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,060

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%
Housing Units455
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Morristown, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death7,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities155
Morristown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation855 ft (261 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates39.6922°N, 85.7296°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 83.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants132
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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