Morris, IL is a small town located in Grundy County, with a population of 14,601 people and a population density of 1,507 people per square mile. The town of Morris is rich with history and culture dating back to the early 19th century when it was first established. It has been known for its agricultural heritage and its connection to the Illinois & Michigan Canal, which provided important trade access to other areas of the state and the Midwest. There are many local businesses in Morris that provide goods and services to the local community and visitors alike. Popular eateries include The Coffee Pot Cafe, Rosati’s Pizza, T&T’s Fish House Restaurant, and Wipper’s BBQ. Other local attractions include coin shops like Rauland Coin & Collectibles; antique malls such as DuPage River Antique Mall; unique stores including Shazzam Alley Emporium; and much more!
Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy all kinds of activities year-round in Morris including biking/walking trails at Pierce Lake Forest Preserve or fishing on the I&M Canal. Community organizations like the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce or Morris Rotary Club host events regularly too. For sports fans there is plenty to cheer for with high school teams like Morris Redskins who compete in football, basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, volleyball and golf along with smaller amateur leagues in bowling and disc golf that offer both recreational and competitive play opportunities.
The population in Morris is 14,601. There are 1,451 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Morris is 37.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Morris is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Morris
- 52.0% are married
- 12.5% are divorced
- 33.3% are married with children
- 17.4% have children, but are single
Race in Morris
- 87.2% are White
- 1.7% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 10.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander