Morristown, MN

Minnesota

Morristown is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 982. Residents earn $74,479 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
982 Population 877/sq mi density
$74,479 Median Income $40,884 per capita
$175,600 Home Value $306,875 Zillow
$1,152 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$74,479 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,600 home value, $1,152/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,479
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,600
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,152
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population982
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density877/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,479
Per Capita$40,884
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$4,083M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,600
Rent$1,152
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,875
Rent Burden24.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation1,005 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+86.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.6%
Libraries3

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 affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $74,479, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morristown is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Morristown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Morristown has a population of 982 with a density of 877 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%).

Population

982
Total Population
877
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Morristown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morristown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morristown is $74,479, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Morristown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,479
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,884
Avg Weekly Wage$1,165
IRS Avg AGI$80,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,786
County GDP$4,083M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare181
Retail179
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morristown is $175,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,875.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,875

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In Morristown, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death5,294/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities181

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Morristown has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,005 ft (306 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density877/sq mi
Coordinates44.2252°N, 93.4452°W
County FIPS27131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 88.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density877/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants136
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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