Morris, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
14,775 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,357 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$244,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$655 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,043 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grundy County
1
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grundy County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 23
Feb 2 5 26
Mar 2 2 37
Apr 2 0 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 0 41
Dec 2 5 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 38, IL State House District 75, IL
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Schools

Shabbona Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Morris Community High School
1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Joliet Junior College
15 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of St Francis
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Valley West Community Hospital
22 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

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