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Morristown, OH

Ohio

Morristown is a small town in Ohio with a population of 230. Residents earn $48,000 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
230 Population 365/sq mi density
$48,000 Median Income $23,810 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $105,166 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$48,000 median income, 14.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $942/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,000
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.7%
308% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density365/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,000
Per Capita$23,810
Unemployment14.7%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$1,576M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,166
Housing Units162
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.3%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,251 ft (381 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries4

Is Morristown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morristown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $48,000, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Morristown is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morristown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Morristown has a population of 230 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

230
Total Population
365
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Morristown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morristown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morristown is $48,000, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Morristown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,000
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,810
Avg Weekly Wage$1,196
IRS Avg AGI$69,561

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)346
County GDP$1,576M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare18
Retail31
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morristown is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,166.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,166

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,144
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Morristown, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death11,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access29.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Morristown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,251 ft (381 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density365/sq mi
Coordinates40.0631°N, 81.0705°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density365/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants25
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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