Median Income
$38,162
49% lower than US avg
Home Value
$117,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$487
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.9%
28% higher than US avg
How Mount Morris Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,679
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density1,717/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B
Median Income$38,162
Per Capita$26,230
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$3,853M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$117,600
Rent$487
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,727
Health
Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation911 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Libraries9
Is Mount Morris a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Morris receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Morris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Morris is $38,162, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Mount Morris is $117,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $487 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
23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Mount Morris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Mount Morris has a population of 2,679 with a density of 1,717 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.1% Black.
Population
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Morris vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Morris vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Morris is $38,162, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Mount Morris vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $38,162 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,119 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,066 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.9% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,030 |
| County GDP | $3,853M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 87 |
| Retail | 121 |
| Manufacturing | 61 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,958 |
| 70% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
The median home value in Mount Morris is $117,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $487 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,727.
Home Values
| Census Median | $117,600 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,727 |
| Median List Price | $112,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $112,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $94 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $487 |
| 58% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,958 |
| 70% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.07% |
In Mount Morris, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Morris vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,241/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
Crime Rates: Mount Morris vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Mount Morris has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.2 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 911 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,717/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.0483°N, 89.4293°W |
| County FIPS | 17141 |