Morris

Overview for Morris, NJ

20,003 people live in Morris, where the median age is 33.9 and the average individual income is $62,895. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,003

Total Population

33.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$62,895

Average individual Income

Welcome to Morris

Thriving suburban atmosphere with diverse activities

A bustling suburban area in New Jersey, Morris is one of the most popular areas to live in the Garden State. It is only a short drive away from two major cities, New York and Philadelphia, and is thus an attractive area for commuters. Morris is a dynamic county with incredibly beautiful scenery in the form of picturesque parks and lakes and excellent opportunities for entertainment.

There are various home architecture styles to be spotted while browsing homes in Morris. Victorian-style homes are very popular, known for their cross gables and Gothic-influenced decor. They are gorgeous and seem like gems of history. Colonial Revival homes are also prominent in Morris, characterized by their strict symmetry and rectangular shapes. Craftsman-style homes with triangular roofs and tapered columns are also quite common in Morris. No matter the design, the homes in Morris are breathtaking.

People enjoy living in Morris for various reasons, but the area’s peaceful vibe, diverse restaurants, and shopping options are some major pulls to the community. Morris is perfect for those with a broad range of interests and who enjoy living with exciting daily possibilities.

What to Love

  • Stunning scenery, including sparkling lakes and rolling hills
  • Endless restaurants and shopping in charming downtown areas
  • Quick access to both Philadelphia and New York City
  • Great educational options 
  • Various historical sites to visit

Local Lifestyle

Locals of Morris have busy lives yet love their quiet home sanctuaries in suburbia. The peaceful lakes, walking trails, and picturesque valleys are perfect for relaxing from the bustling nature of the metropolitan environments nearby. This is especially important and convenient for commuters to Philadelphia or New York.

Locals also appreciate the area’s exciting activities, including upscale restaurants and luxury shopping nearby. There are also lots of cultural experiences to enjoy, including art galleries and music halls. Morris is also a growing business hub, attracting some of the world’s largest companies.

Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping

There are wonderful dining options to explore in Morris. Grato serves contemporary Italian fare to the Morris community. It is decorated with Mediterranean accents and has a romantic ambiance, given its candlelights and fireplaces scattered throughout the restaurant. Blue Morel Restaurant and Wine Bar is an upscale American restaurant. It has a raw bar with sushi options and serves eclectic cocktails.

If you are in the mood for seafood, H2Ocean Restaurant & Raw Bar is the place for you. It offers locally sourced seafood cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Finally, Jockey Hollow Bar & Kitchen is set in a 1917 landmark area with dim lighting in some areas and bright, natural light in others. It is an American restaurant with a raw bar and an endearing lounge area. It is the perfect spot for a fun, upscale night out. In Morris, there is no shortage of amazing cuisines.

Things to Do

There are plenty of fun activities to take part in while in Morris. The Black River Park is a stunning area. It has incredible waterfalls to behold as well as trails to follow and explore. Stony Hill Gardens is another optimal location for engaging in outdoor experiences. The farm sells produce, plants, and delicious baked goods to Morris locals and also has a maze fun park.

The Rockaway Food Truck Festival is a fun event to attend during the summer. It is both a music festival with local live artists and a food truck spot with various options for cuisine. If you are more artistic, you can visit Glassworks Studio to make fused glass art. It is a therapeutic and relaxing activity that is a favorite among Morris locals. 
 

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Demographics and Employment Data for Morris, NJ

Morris has 8,848 households, with an average household size of 2.2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Morris do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,003 people call Morris home. The population density is 6,875.88 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,003

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.9

Median Age

47.56 / 52.44%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,848

Total Households

2.2

Average Household Size

$62,895

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Morris, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Morris. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
K - 8th
3/5
The Red Oaks School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Assumption Of The Bvm School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
The Peck School
PRIVATE
K - 8th
No rating available
Shepard High School
PRIVATE
K - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
3rd - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
3rd - 5th
3/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
3/5

Featured Properties

For Sale
For Lease
Sold
11 Waterview Blvd
For Sale
$27,000,000
11 Waterview Blvd, Parsippany - Troy Hills Twp, NJ 07054
75,828 Sq.Ft.
7 Charolais Farm Rd
For Sale
$10,750,000
7 Charolais Farm Rd, Mendham Boro, NJ 07945
6 Beds 9 Baths 13,389 Sq.Ft.
58 Route 46
Sold
$6,500,000
58 Route 46, Montville Twp, NJ 07058
52,272 Sq.Ft.
770 Pottersville Road
For Sale
$6,500,000
770 Pottersville Road, Chester Twp, NJ 07931
6 Beds 9 Baths 11,000 Sq.Ft.
1 Oxford Ln
For Sale
$5,998,000
1 Oxford Ln, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
6 Beds 8 Baths 16,042 Sq.Ft.
829 W Shore Dr
Sold
$5,995,000
829 W Shore Dr, Kinnelon Boro, NJ 07405
6 Beds 8 Baths
4 Charolais Farm
For Sale
$5,928,000
4 Charolais Farm, Mendham Boro, NJ 07945
7 Beds 8 Baths
1901 Route 206
For Sale
$5,800,000
1901 Route 206, Chester Twp, NJ 07930
7 Beds 9.5 Baths 9,915 Sq.Ft.
76 Miller Rd
Active Under Contract
$5,500,000
76 Miller Rd, Morristown Town, NJ 07960
7 Beds 6.5 Baths 12,000 Sq.Ft.
80 Youngs Rd
For Sale
$5,195,000
80 Youngs Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07976
5 Beds 6 Baths
1 Hartley Farms Rd
For Sale
$5,100,000
1 Hartley Farms Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07976
4 Beds 4 Baths 7,000 Sq.Ft.
95 W Main St
Sold
$4,750,000
95 W Main St, Chester Boro, NJ 07930
25,600 Sq.Ft.
3 Winston Farm Ln
For Sale
$4,995,000
3 Winston Farm Ln, Mendham Twp, NJ 07931
6 Beds 8.5 Baths 12,654 Sq.Ft.
121 Lees Hill Rd
Sold
$4,995,000
121 Lees Hill Rd, Harding Twp 07920
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 11,579 Sq.Ft.
3175 ROUTE 10
Sold
$3,750,000
3175 ROUTE 10, Denville Twp, NJ 07869
22,830 Sq.Ft.
8 Chapel Ln
Sold
$3,500,000
8 Chapel Ln, Mendham Boro, NJ 07945
7 Beds 9 Baths 13,303 Sq.Ft.
15 Crestview Rd
Sold
$3,775,000
15 Crestview Rd, Mountain Lakes Boro, NJ 07046
7 Beds 7.5 Baths
75 Sand Spring Rd
Sold
$4,350,000
75 Sand Spring Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
7 Beds 10 Baths 13,093 Sq.Ft.
25 Miller Rd
Sold
$4,300,000
25 Miller Rd, Morristown Town, NJ 07960
4 Beds 5 Baths
28 Linden Lane
Sold
$4,150,000
28 Linden Lane, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7.5 Baths
79 May Drive
For Sale
$4,250,000
79 May Drive, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7.5 Baths
22 Featherbed
Sold
$3,900,000
22 Featherbed, Harding Twp 07976
5 Beds 5 Baths
22 STONEHENGE RD
For Sale
$4,000,000
22 STONEHENGE RD, Jefferson Twp, NJ 07849
6 Stoney Pond Way
Sold
$3,625,000
6 Stoney Pond Way, Montville Twp, NJ 07045
6 Beds 8 Baths 10,537 Sq.Ft.
1 Brook Valley Ter
For Sale
$3,999,000
1 Brook Valley Ter, Kinnelon Boro, NJ 07405
6 Beds 5.5 Baths
43 Graceview Dr
Sold
$3,800,000
43 Graceview Dr, Kinnelon Boro, NJ 07405
13 Beds 13.5 Baths 12,000 Sq.Ft.
70 Linden Lane
Sold
$3,925,000
70 Linden Lane, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7.5 Baths 8,200 Sq.Ft.
650 Pottersville Rd
Sold
$3,900,000
650 Pottersville Rd, Bedminster Twp, NJ 07931
6 Beds 7.5 Baths
39 Rolling Hill Dr
Sold
$3,875,000
39 Rolling Hill Dr, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7 Baths
71 E Fox Chase Rd
Sold
$3,940,000
71 E Fox Chase Rd, Mendham Twp, NJ 07931
4 Beds 6.5 Baths
2 County Line Rd
For Sale
$3,895,000
2 County Line Rd, Mendham Boro, NJ 07945
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,000 Sq.Ft.
34 W Shore Rd
For Sale
$3,850,000
34 W Shore Rd, Mountain Lakes Boro, NJ 07046
7 Beds 8 Baths 7,303 Sq.Ft.
119 Mosle Rd
Sold
$3,600,000
119 Mosle Rd, Mendham Twp, NJ 07945
6 Beds 8 Baths
1 Sycamore Farm
Sold
$3,800,000
1 Sycamore Farm, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
5 Beds 7 Baths
177 Noe Avenue
For Sale
$3,800,000
177 Noe Avenue, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
8 Beds 8.5 Baths
105 Mosle Road
Active Under Contract
$3,795,000
105 Mosle Road, Mendham Twp, NJ 07931
6 Beds 6 Baths 6,483 Sq.Ft.
15 Hartley Farms Rd
Sold
$3,795,000
15 Hartley Farms Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
6 Beds 7 Baths
16 Tall Timber Ln
Sold
$3,689,000
16 Tall Timber Ln, Bernards Twp, NJ 07920
5 Beds 8 Baths
146 Village Rd
Sold
$2,700,000
146 Village Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07976
6 Beds 8 Baths
22 Schoolhouse Ln
Sold
$3,250,000
22 Schoolhouse Ln, Mendham Twp, NJ 07960
5 Beds 6.5 Baths 9,970 Sq.Ft.
19 Overlook Rd
For Sale
$3,600,000
19 Overlook Rd, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7.5 Baths
21 Kennedy Ln
Sold
$3,350,000
21 Kennedy Ln, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
6 Beds 6 Baths
31 Hilltop Ter
Sold
$3,675,000
31 Hilltop Ter, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
8 Beds 9 Baths
6 Pine Valley Way
For Sale
$3,500,000
6 Pine Valley Way, Florham Park Boro, NJ 07932
5 Beds 8 Baths 12,353 Sq.Ft.
3 Thanksgiving Rd
For Sale
$3,500,000
3 Thanksgiving Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07976
302 Boulevard
Sold
$3,100,000
302 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes Boro, NJ 07046
5 Beds 5 Baths
34 Linden Ln
Sold
$3,300,000
34 Linden Ln, Chatham Twp, NJ 07928
7 Beds 7 Baths
500 Bernardsville Road
Sold
$3,200,000
500 Bernardsville Road, Mendham Boro, NJ 07945
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 10,245 Sq.Ft.
56 Village Rd
Sold
$3,400,000
56 Village Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07976
5 Beds 5 Baths
568 Van Beuren Rd
Active Under Contract
$3,495,000
568 Van Beuren Rd, Harding Twp, NJ 07960
4 Beds 5.5 Baths

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