Morton, WA
Full City Profile · Washington · Lewis County County
Morton, WA
At a Glance
How Morton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Morton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Morton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Morton residents earn a median household income of $48,684 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,554. The unemployment rate stands at 14.6% (306% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,236 business establishments, including 219 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Morton is $274,700 , 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $351,542. Median rent is $931/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Morton reports 210 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 682/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Morton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Morton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 22.