Morris Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
7,174 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,217 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$189,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$639 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,024 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6% 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 6 27
Mar 2 2 38
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 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 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

Morris Community High School
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Shabbona Middle School
1 miles, NW • 1.9 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, NW • 4.1 star
Valley West Community Hospital
23 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

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