Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 21% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
14%
Morristown
Morristown, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,522
Population
19,970
Renter Mix
70% Rent
Bask in historic charm on the cusp of NYC
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Morristown combines historic significance with contemporary living, just 30 miles west of New York City. The downtown area centers around the Morristown Green, a tree-lined park that hosts community events and seasonal festivals throughout the year. The rental market offers diverse housing options, from apartment communities to converted historic properties, particularly in the downtown district. Average rents range from $2,103 for studios to $3,411 for two-bedroom units.
The downtown district features the Mayo Performing Arts Center and the Morris Museum, while history enthusiasts can explore Morristown National Historical Park and Ford Mansion. Outdoor recreation spots include Speedwell Lake, Lewis Morris County Park, and Jockey Hollow. The Morristown Train Station provides direct service to New York City via NJ Transit's Morristown Line, with a typical commute of under an hour. The area is served by the Morris School District, with several private educational institutions in the surrounding area.
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Speedwell Lake Park is a popular fishing spot in Morristown.
Two-story single-family homes fill most of the Morristown neighborhood.
Speedwell Lake Park offers a small playground for children in Morristown.
Morristown features small local shops and restaurants.
A Civil War monument stands in the center of Morristown.
Morristown's shopping area is a popular destination among residents and visitors.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$111,437
Average: $139,348
Education
9,180
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
12,240
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Morristown has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
70%
Non-Renters
30%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Morristown, NJ is $2,129 for a studio, $2,504 for one bedroom, $3,379 for two bedrooms, and $2,615 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Morristown has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,504/month
765 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Morristown, NJ is 7.2% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Morristown is 23.4% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,140 - $3,426. You can expect to pay 2.2% more for groceries, 2.9% less for utilities, and 4.9% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Morristown, NJ is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
275 Students
Public
Grades K-5
347 Students
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
272 Students
Public
Grades K-8
263 Students
Sussex Avenue Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
299 Students
Public
Grades K-8
263 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,069 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
31 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,868 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
31 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Historic Speedwell
- Patriot's Path
- Willowwood Arboretum
- Morris Museum
- Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- LaGuardia
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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.