Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
21%
Morris
Morris, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,080
Population
20,983
Renter Mix
33% Rent
A charming community and riverfront views — just an hour from Chicago
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The seat of Grundy County, Morris is a moderately-sized town that’s located just over 60 miles southwest from Chicago. The community rests on the banks of the Illinois River, and there’s plenty to do all within view of the water. William G. Stratton State Park and Kayak Morris Campground all make for engaging recreation spots. There’s boat ramp access for those willing to experience the waters.
The closer you are to Morris’ downtown district, the more likely you are to find a historic home for rent. More densely-packed apartment complexes can be found just outside the city center, providing plenty of amenities to make the drive worth it.
Community is a big part of Morris. The annual Grundy County Corn Festival livens up the town and brings in visitors from all over the state. I-80 passes by just north of the town, making a commute much easier — or a trip to Chicago.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$79,159
Average: $99,141
Education
4,938
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,483
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Morris has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Morris, IL is $701 for a studio, $1,080 for one bedroom, $1,238 for two bedrooms, and $1,577 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Morris has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,080/month
653 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Morris, IL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
772 Students
Nettle Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
81 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
751 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
772 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
327 Students
Nettle Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades K-8
81 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
946 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kayak Morris
- Gebhard Woods State Park
- Heidecke Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
- McKinley Woods and Four Rivers Environmental Education Center
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.