Morton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Morton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,768. Residents earn $54,881 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,768 Population 7,689/sq mi density
$54,881 Median Income $38,661 per capita
$246,400 Home Value $351,883 Zillow
$1,324 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
335 Violent Crime/100K 3,203 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,881 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$246,400 home value, $1,324/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
335 violent crimes/100K (12% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,881
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $246,400
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 335/100K
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,324
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,768
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density7,689/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,881
Per Capita$38,661
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$246,400
Rent$1,324
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,883

Crime

F
Violent335/100K
Property3,203/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault261/100K
Burglary112/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation146 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute34 min
Libraries28

Is Morton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Morton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morton is $54,881, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morton is $246,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Morton is below the national average at 335 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,203 per 100,000, 63% above the national average.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Morton has a population of 2,768 with a density of 7,689 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 20.1% Black.

Population

2,768
Total Population
7,689
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Morton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morton is $54,881, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Morton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,881
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,661
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Morton is $246,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,883.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,883
Median List Price$274,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,900
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio113.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Morton has a violent crime rate of 335 per 100,000 residents, 12% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,203 per 100,000 (63% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent335.2/100K
12% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery74.5/100K
Assault260.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,203.0/100K
63% above US avg
Burglary111.7/100K
Theft3,091.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Morton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation146 ft (45 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density7,689/sq mi
Coordinates39.9116°N, 75.3268°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,689/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home16.6%

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