Morristown, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
20,256 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,409 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$552,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,125 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Morris County
1
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Morris County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 29
Feb 2 8 31
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 5 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Shepard High School
<1 miles, N · 1.4star
Morristown High School
<1 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Rabbinical College of America
1 miles, NW · 1.4star
College of Saint Elizabeth
2 miles, SE · 2.3star
Drew University
4 miles, SE · 3.2star
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Hospitals

Morristown Medical Center
<1 miles, SE · 5star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
32 miles, SE · 4.6star
Trenton Mercer Airport
40 miles, SW · 1.4star
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