Morrow, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Morrow is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,526. Residents earn $79,345 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,526 Population 1,238/sq mi density
$79,345 Median Income $35,299 per capita
$242,300 Home Value $385,285 Zillow
$970 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$79,345 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,300 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,345
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,300
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,526
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density1,238/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,345
Per Capita$35,299
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$18,762M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,300
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$385,285

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation644 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.57

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute37 min
Libraries7

Is Morrow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrow receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Morrow stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrow is $79,345, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrow is $242,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Morrow has a population of 2,526 with a density of 1,238 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 5.5% Black.

Population

2,526
Total Population
1,238
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrow is $79,345, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Morrow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,345
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,299
Avg Weekly Wage$1,338
IRS Avg AGI$108,185

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,527
County GDP$18,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants439
Healthcare551
Retail520
Manufacturing217

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrow is $242,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $385,285.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,300
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$385,285
Median List Price$344,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$344,950
$/Sq Ft$200
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,111
1 Bedroom$1,194
2 Bedrooms$1,430
3 Bedrooms$1,715
4 Bedrooms$1,927

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,928
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Morrow, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access87.1%
Healthcare Facilities551

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Morrow has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Coordinates39.3486°N, 84.1205°W
County FIPS39165
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.57
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities551
Restaurants439
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Work from Home22.1%

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