Morrow, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Morrow is a small city in Georgia with a population of 6,519. Residents earn $61,215 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,519 Population 1,868/sq mi density
$61,215 Median Income $19,275 per capita
$221,900 Home Value $218,708 Zillow
$1,401 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
400 Violent Crime/100K 11,416 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,215 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$221,900 home value, $1,401/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
400 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,215
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $221,900
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 400/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,401
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,519
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density1,868/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 16%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,215
Per Capita$19,275
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$26,282M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,900
Rent$1,401
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,708

Crime

F
Violent400/100K
Property11,416/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault119/100K
Burglary638/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation872 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+77.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 15% / D 84%
Commute29 min
EV Stations10
Libraries7

Is Morrow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrow receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Morrow has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrow is $61,215, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrow is $221,900, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,401 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 11,416 per 100,000, 482% above the national average.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Morrow has a population of 6,519 with a density of 1,868 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (30.8%), with 16.3% White.

Population

6,519
Total Population
1,868
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only47.1%
40% below US avg
Spanish52.9%
295% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrow is $61,215, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Morrow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,215
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,275
Avg Weekly Wage$1,481
IRS Avg AGI$40,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,233
County GDP$26,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants466
Healthcare471
Retail756
Manufacturing93

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrow is $221,900, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,401 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,900
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,708
Median List Price$140,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$140,000
$/Sq Ft$107
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops22.7%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,401
20% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Morrow, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes17.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death11,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities471
Morrow has a violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 11,416 per 100,000 (482% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent400.3/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.8/100K
Robbery266.9/100K
Assault118.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property11,415.9/100K
482% above US avg
Burglary637.5/100K
Theft10,051.9/100K
Vehicle Theft726.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Morrow has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.9 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density1,868/sq mi
Coordinates33.5783°N, 84.3356°W
County FIPS13063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 69.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.1%
D 84.3%

Winner: Democrat by 69.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+77.8%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,868/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants466
Retail Stores756

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home11.3%

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