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Morrison, IL


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Morrison, Illinois

Morrison, Illinois, in Whiteside county, is 37 miles NE of Davenport, Iowa (center to center) and 119 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city is home to some 4,447 residents.

The People and Families of Morrison

In Morrison, about 55% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Morrison had a median family income of $50,664.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,180) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Morrison. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Morrison Housing

According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Morrison was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Morrison, 90% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Morrison let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Morrison strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 6%Morrison Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 11%Morrison Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Morrison Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Morrison Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Morrison, IL

Comparing Morrison to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men98
Well-Paid Single Women98
Senior Citizens89
Age of the Population89
Racial Diversity66
Male Share of the Population65
Female Share of the Population66
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better86
People Above Poverty87
Median Family Income86
College Educated Adults66

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times99
Public Transportation Use75
Working at Home21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66
Affordability of Rents67
Affordability of Property Taxes36
Housing Recently Built33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing25

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