What are the schools like in Morley, MI?

Morley is served primarily by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.7:1.

What is the median household income in Morley?

The median household income in Morley, MI is $33,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 17.9%.

What is the weather like in Morley, MI?

Morley has an average high temperature of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 63.8 inches.

Morley, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Morley, MI affordable or expensive?

Morley's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Morley is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,900 and the median rent is $833 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Morley, MI?

Crime rate data for Morley is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Morley, MI a Good Place to Live?

Morley is a small town of 649 in Michigan, with a median household income of $33,750 and a 17.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Morley stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Morley is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Morley city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 91.1

Morley's overall cost of living index is 91.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Morley costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Morley, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$833	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Morley is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Morley is served primarily by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Morley, MI	National Avg
School District	Morley Stanwood Community Schools	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Morley sees average highs of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 36.7 inches of annual precipitation and 63.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Morley, MI
Average High — January	28.2°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	36.7"
Annual Snowfall	63.8"

Demographics

Metric	Morley, MI	National Avg
Population	649	—
Median Age	31.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	17.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	78.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	32.7%	22.2%
65 and over	13.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Stanwood, MI 6 mi Howard City, MI 7 mi Canadian Lakes, MI 9 mi Lakeview, MI 10 mi Pierson, MI 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Morley

Morley, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49336

Morley vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morley, MI affordable or expensive?

Morley's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Morley roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,900 and median rent is $833/month.

What is the crime rate in Morley, MI?

Crime data for Morley is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Morley?

Public schools in Morley are operated by Morley Stanwood Community Schools. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. 10.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Morley, MI a good place to live?

Morley, MI has a population of 649, a median household income of $33,750, and an unemployment rate of 17.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Morley?

Morley averages 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.7 inches with about 63.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Morley?

Morley, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49336.

What is the population of Morley?

The population of Morley, Michigan is 649 with a median age of 31.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Morley?

Key numbers for living in Morley: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $92,900, median household income $33,750, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Morley side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.