Morton, TX

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Morton Overview

1,572
TOTAL POPULATION
820
MALE POPULATION
752
FEMALE POPULATION
109.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
91.71
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,329
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,716
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,604
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
48.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
51.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
744
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Morton Zip Codes

Morton Area Codes

Race in Morton

The most populous races in Morton are Hispanic or Latino (1,053 | 67.0%), White / Caucasian (846 | 53.8%), and Two or more Races (500 | 31.8%).
Race in Morton
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1137.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,05367.0%
Native / Alaskan50.3%
White / Caucasian84653.8%
Two or more Races50031.8%
Some other Race1086.9%
Total1,572100.0%

Ancestry in Morton

The most populous ancestries reported in Morton are Mexican (950 | 60.4%), German (148 | 9.4%), Irish (116 | 7.4%), American (112 | 7.1%), and Bolivian (60 | 3.8%), together accounting for 88.2% of all Morton residents.
Ancestry in Morton
Ancestry# Population% Population
African70.4%
American1127.1%
Belizean80.5%
Bolivian603.8%
Canadian140.9%
Choctaw10.1%
Creek110.7%
Czech20.1%
English362.3%
French40.3%
German1489.4%
Irish1167.4%
Italian171.1%
Mexican95060.4%
Norwegian30.2%
Scottish171.1%
South American603.8%
Spanish130.8%
Subsaharan African70.4%
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Immigrants in Morton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Morton came from Latin America (271 | 17.2%), Central America (229 | 14.6%), Mexico (229 | 14.6%), Bolivia (42 | 2.7%), and South America (42 | 2.7%), together accounting for 51.7% of all Morton residents.
Immigrants in Morton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa10.1%
Bolivia422.7%
Central America22914.6%
England20.1%
Europe20.1%
Ghana10.1%
Latin America27117.2%
Mexico22914.6%
Northern Europe20.1%
South America422.7%
Western Africa10.1%
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Sex and Age in Morton

Sex and Age in Morton

The most populous age groups in Morton are 40 to 44 Years (97 | 11.8%) for men and Under 5 Years (67 | 8.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Morton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years63 (7.7%)67 (8.9%)
5 to 9 Years70 (8.5%)57 (7.6%)
10 to 14 Years42 (5.1%)43 (5.7%)
15 to 19 Years61 (7.4%)66 (8.8%)
20 to 24 Years28 (3.4%)19 (2.5%)
25 to 29 Years55 (6.7%)66 (8.8%)
30 to 34 Years52 (6.3%)52 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years90 (11.0%)65 (8.6%)
40 to 44 Years97 (11.8%)42 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years24 (2.9%)41 (5.4%)
50 to 54 Years30 (3.7%)26 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years37 (4.5%)29 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years28 (3.4%)51 (6.8%)
65 to 69 Years28 (3.4%)42 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years42 (5.1%)30 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years31 (3.8%)24 (3.2%)
80 to 84 Years25 (3.0%)17 (2.3%)
85 Years and over17 (2.1%)15 (2.0%)
Total820 (100.0%)752 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Morton

Median Family Size in Morton

The median family size in Morton is 3.13 persons per family, with married-couple families (224 | 57.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (102 | 26.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.44 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Morton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple224 (57.7%)3.58
Single Male/Father62 (16.0%)2.61
Single Female/Mother102 (26.3%)2.44
Total Families388 (100.0%)3.13

Median Household Size in Morton

The median household size in Morton is 2.41 persons per household, with married-couple households (224 | 34.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.58 persons per household. non-family households (256 | 39.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Morton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple224 (34.8%)3.58
Single Male/Father62 (9.6%)2.95
Single Female/Mother102 (15.8%)2.83
Non-family256 (39.8%)1.07
Total Households644 (100.0%)2.41

Household Size by Marriage Status in Morton

Out of a total of 644 households in Morton, 388 (60.3%) are family households, while 256 (39.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 110, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 236.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Morton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-236 (36.6%)
2-Person Households105 (16.3%)20 (3.1%)
3-Person Households101 (15.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households110 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households28 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total388 (60.3%)256 (39.8%)

Female Fertility in Morton

Fertility by Age in Morton

Average fertility rate in Morton is 160.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 409.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 51.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Morton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years27 (48.2%)409.0
20 to 34 years29 (51.8%)212.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total56 (100.0%)160.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Morton

14.3% of women with births (56) in Morton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 72.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Morton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (27.6%)21 (72.4%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (14.3%)48 (85.7%)

Fertility by Education in Morton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Morton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School8 (14.3%)77.0
High School Diploma25 (44.6%)227.0
College or Associate's Degree23 (41.1%)195.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total56 (100.0%)160.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Morton

85.7% of women with births in Morton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Morton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)25 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (14.3%)48 (85.7%)

Income in Morton

Income Overview in Morton

Per Capita Income in Morton is $22,329, while median incomes of families and households are $48,716 and $37,604 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,572$22,329
Median Family Income388$48,716
Mean Family Income388$63,057
Median Household Income644$37,604
Mean Household Income644$51,408
Income Deficit388$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,57248.91%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,57251.09¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,5720.49

Earnings by Sex in Morton

Average Earnings in Morton are $29,866, $42,292 for men and $21,607 for women, a difference of 48.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Morton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male416 (55.7%)$42,292
Female331 (44.3%)$21,607
Total747 (100.0%)$29,866

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Morton

The most common earnings brackets in Morton are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (57 | 13.7%) and $2,499 or less for women (43 | 13.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Morton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less38 (9.1%)43 (13.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99940 (9.6%)24 (7.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4993 (0.7%)19 (5.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (5.5%)10 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)24 (7.2%)
$12,500 to $14,9999 (2.2%)18 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49920 (4.8%)11 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99911 (2.6%)3 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4994 (1.0%)21 (6.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9992 (0.5%)8 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,9999 (2.2%)35 (10.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (3.1%)9 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99925 (6.0%)19 (5.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99918 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99949 (11.8%)24 (7.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99930 (7.2%)20 (6.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99921 (5.1%)15 (4.5%)
$65,000 to $74,99957 (13.7%)2 (0.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99919 (4.6%)18 (5.4%)
$100,000+25 (6.0%)8 (2.4%)
Total416 (100.0%)331 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Morton

Average earnings in Morton are $47,500 for men and $26,583 for women, a difference of 44.0%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $49,931, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $49,931. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,750, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $7,132.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Morton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$49,931$38,068
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,500$26,583

Family Income in Morton

Family Income Brackets in Morton

According to the Morton family income data, there are 77 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Morton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000297.5%
$10,000 to $14,999235.9%
$15,000 to $24,9995614.4%
$25,000 to $34,999287.2%
$35,000 to $49,9997719.8%
$50,000 to $74,9995213.4%
$75,000 to $99,999369.3%
$100,000 to $149,9995413.9%
$150,000 to $199,999266.7%
$200,000+71.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Morton

3-person families (89 | 22.9%) account for the highest median family income in Morton with $92,917 per family, while 3-person families (89 | 22.9%) have the highest median income of $30,972 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Morton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families141 (36.3%)$36,397
3-Person Families89 (22.9%)$92,917
4-Person Families86 (22.2%)$49,662
5-Person Families41 (10.6%)$0
6-Person Families28 (7.2%)$53,846
7+ Person Families3 (0.8%)$0
Total388 (100.0%)$48,716

Family Income by Number of Earners in Morton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Morton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners66 (17.0%)$27,500
1 Earner146 (37.6%)$37,206
2 Earners139 (35.8%)$82,639
3+ Earners37 (9.5%)$0
Total388 (100.0%)$48,716

Household Income in Morton

Household Income Brackets in Morton

With 117 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Morton, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 11 households (1.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Morton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0007912.3%
$10,000 to $14,9996610.2%
$15,000 to $24,99910616.5%
$25,000 to $34,999538.2%
$35,000 to $49,99911718.2%
$50,000 to $74,9997311.3%
$75,000 to $99,999578.9%
$100,000 to $149,999589.0%
$150,000 to $199,999111.7%
$200,000+243.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Morton

The median household income in Morton is $37,604, with the highest median household income of $52,639 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 164 households (25.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 9 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Morton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years9 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years264 (41.0%)$48,750
45 to 64 Years164 (25.5%)$52,639
65+ Years207 (32.1%)$18,938
Total644 (100.0%)$37,604

Poverty in Morton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Morton

With 31.5% poverty level for males and 27.2% for females among the residents of Morton, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (86.4%) and 7 females (63.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Morton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years24 (38.1%)16 (23.9%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (24.1%)13 (17.1%)
12 to 14 Years5 (17.2%)8 (33.3%)
15 Years12 (80.0%)5 (62.5%)
16 and 17 Years19 (86.4%)7 (63.6%)
18 to 24 Years33 (63.5%)8 (12.1%)
25 to 34 Years22 (21.4%)37 (31.4%)
35 to 44 Years49 (27.5%)33 (30.8%)
45 to 54 Years19 (40.4%)4 (6.1%)
55 to 64 Years8 (12.3%)37 (47.4%)
65 to 74 Years17 (24.3%)25 (34.7%)
75 Years and over24 (32.9%)11 (19.6%)
Total252 (31.5%)204 (27.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Morton

According to the poverty statistics in Morton, males aged 55 to 64 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 87.7% of males and 93.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Morton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (61.9%)51 (76.1%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years63 (75.9%)63 (82.9%)
12 to 14 Years24 (82.8%)16 (66.7%)
15 Years3 (20.0%)3 (37.5%)
16 and 17 Years3 (13.6%)4 (36.4%)
18 to 24 Years19 (36.5%)58 (87.9%)
25 to 34 Years81 (78.6%)81 (68.6%)
35 to 44 Years129 (72.5%)74 (69.2%)
45 to 54 Years28 (59.6%)62 (93.9%)
55 to 64 Years57 (87.7%)41 (52.6%)
65 to 74 Years53 (75.7%)47 (65.3%)
75 Years and over49 (67.1%)45 (80.4%)
Total548 (68.5%)545 (72.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Morton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Morton show that 20.1% or 45 of the total 224 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 46.2%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.9%, which includes 6 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Morton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children95 (94.1%)6 (5.9%)
1 or 2 Children56 (78.9%)15 (21.1%)
3 or 4 Children28 (53.8%)24 (46.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total179 (79.9%)45 (20.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Morton

According to the poverty data in Morton, 14.5% or 9 single-father households and 46.1% or 47 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (81.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (72.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Morton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children9 (81.8%)5 (11.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)42 (72.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9 (14.5%)47 (46.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Morton

The poverty data for Morton shows that 45 of the married-couple family households (20.1%) and 56 of the single-parent households (34.2%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (46.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 household (38.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Morton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children6 (5.9%)14 (25.5%)
1 or 2 Children15 (21.1%)42 (38.5%)
3 or 4 Children24 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (20.1%)56 (34.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Morton

Employment by Class of Employer in Morton

Among the 676 employed individuals in Morton, private company employees (405 | 59.9%), local government employees (124 | 18.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (46 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Morton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40559.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)345.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)466.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations243.5%
Local Government Employees12418.3%
State Government Employees365.3%
Federal Government Employees71.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total676100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Morton

According to the labor force statistics for Morton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,207), 61.6% or 744 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 66 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 91.5% or 43 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.3% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Morton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years56 (53.8%)22 (39.3%)
20 to 24 Years43 (91.5%)9 (20.9%)
25 to 29 Years97 (80.2%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years89 (85.6%)17 (19.1%)
35 to 44 Years240 (81.6%)14 (5.8%)
45 to 54 Years77 (63.6%)2 (2.6%)
55 to 59 Years51 (77.3%)2 (3.9%)
60 to 64 Years32 (40.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years37 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over22 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total744 (61.6%)66 (8.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Morton

According to labor force statistics for Morton, 74.6% of individuals (586) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (785) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 35 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 81.8% or 166 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.9% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Morton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School137 (64.3%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma246 (77.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree166 (81.8%)40 (19.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher37 (74.0%)3 (5.4%)
Total586 (74.6%)47 (6.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Morton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Morton are Management (102 | 15.0%), Community & Social Service (44 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (24 | 3.5%), Business & Financial (22 | 3.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (20 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Morton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Morton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Morton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management62 (60.8%)40 (39.2%)
Business & Financial12 (54.5%)10 (45.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1 (12.5%)7 (87.5%)
Health Technologists1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Total (Category)86 (46.0%)101 (54.0%)
Total (Overall)395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Morton are Cleaning & Maintenance (52 | 7.7%), Healthcare Support (30 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (16 | 2.4%), Security & Protection (2 | 0.3%), and Law Enforcement (2 | 0.3%).
Services Occupations in Morton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Morton, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (42.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (57.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Morton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Security & Protection2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance22 (42.3%)30 (57.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)24 (24.0%)76 (76.0%)
Total (Overall)395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Morton are Office & Administration (66 | 9.7%), and Sales & Related (28 | 4.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Morton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Morton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Office & Administration1 (1.5%)65 (98.5%)
Total (Category)1 (1.1%)93 (98.9%)
Total (Overall)395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Morton are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (75 | 11.1%), Construction & Extraction (73 | 10.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (17 | 2.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Morton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Morton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Morton are Transportation (57 | 8.4%), Production (38 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (37 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Morton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Morton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving24 (64.9%)13 (35.1%)
Total (Category)119 (90.1%)13 (9.9%)
Total (Overall)395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Morton

Employment Industries in Morton

The major employment industries in Morton include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (93 | 13.7%), Construction (77 | 11.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76 | 11.2%), Public Administration (76 | 11.2%), and Retail Trade (61 | 9.0%).
Employment Industries in Morton

Employment Industries by Sex in Morton

The Morton industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Morton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting87 (93.5%)6 (6.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction34 (80.9%)8 (19.1%)
Construction73 (94.8%)4 (5.2%)
Manufacturing26 (92.9%)2 (7.1%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade6 (9.8%)55 (90.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance8 (25.8%)23 (74.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support16 (76.2%)5 (23.8%)
Educational Services6 (10.3%)52 (89.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance15 (19.7%)61 (80.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Public Administration41 (53.9%)35 (46.1%)
Total395 (58.3%)283 (41.7%)

Education in Morton

School Enrollment in Morton

The most common levels of schooling among the 293 students in Morton are elementary school (84 | 28.7%), middle school (82 | 28.0%), and high school (65 | 22.2%).
School Enrollment in Morton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool103.4%
Kindergarten3813.0%
Elementary School8428.7%
Middle School8228.0%
High School6522.2%
College / Undergraduate124.1%
Graduate / Professional20.7%
Total293100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Morton

Out of a total of 293 students who are enrolled in schools in Morton, 2 (0.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 291 (99.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (40.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 10 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Morton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Total291 (99.3%)2 (0.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Morton

Business (25 | 33.8%), education (18 | 24.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (12 | 16.2%), arts & humanities (10 | 13.5%), and literature & languages (5 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 74 individuals in Morton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Morton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1216.2%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology22.7%
Business2533.8%
Education1824.3%
Literature & Languages56.8%
Liberal Arts & History22.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities1013.5%
Total74100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Morton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Morton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Morton are males with 2 vehicles (190, accounting for 48.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (145, making up 67.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Morton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)18 (6.4%)
1 Vehicle127 (32.2%)70 (24.8%)
2 Vehicles190 (48.2%)145 (51.4%)
3 Vehicles62 (15.7%)19 (6.7%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)16 (5.7%)
5 or more Vehicles15 (3.8%)14 (5.0%)
Total394 (100.0%)282 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Morton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Morton are 30 to 34 minutes (152 commuters, 23.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (124 commuters, 18.8%), and less than 5 minutes (79 commuters, 12.0%).
Commute Time in Morton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7912.0%
5 to 9 Minutes12418.8%
10 to 14 Minutes619.3%
15 to 19 Minutes284.3%
20 to 24 Minutes203.0%
25 to 29 Minutes152.3%
30 to 34 Minutes15223.1%
35 to 39 Minutes152.3%
40 to 44 Minutes598.9%
45 to 59 Minutes578.6%
60 to 89 Minutes467.0%
90 or more Minutes30.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Morton

The most common commute times in Morton are 30 to 34 minutes (127 commuters, 32.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (97 commuters, 36.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Morton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes15 (3.8%)64 (24.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes27 (6.9%)97 (36.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes34 (8.6%)27 (10.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes14 (3.5%)14 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes20 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes13 (3.3%)2 (0.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes127 (32.2%)25 (9.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes45 (11.4%)14 (5.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes36 (9.1%)21 (7.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes45 (11.4%)1 (0.4%)
90 or more Minutes3 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Morton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Morton are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (104, 26.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (72, 27.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Morton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM12 (3.0%)17 (6.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM15 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM11 (2.8%)13 (4.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM104 (26.4%)18 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM73 (18.5%)12 (4.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM55 (14.0%)72 (27.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM25 (6.4%)34 (12.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM96 (24.4%)16 (6.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)11 (4.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)12 (4.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)22 (8.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)21 (7.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM3 (0.8%)17 (6.4%)
Total394 (100.0%)265 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Morton

Occupancy by Ownership in Morton

Of the total 644 dwellings in Morton, owner-occupied units account for 417 (64.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 227 (35.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Morton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units41764.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units22735.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units644100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Morton

Occupancy by Household Size in Morton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household23636.6%
2-Person Household12519.4%
3-Person Household10115.7%
4+ Person Household18228.3%
Total Housing Units644100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Morton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Morton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household127 (53.8%)109 (46.2%)
2-Person Household113 (90.4%)12 (9.6%)
3-Person Household71 (70.3%)30 (29.7%)
4+ Person Household106 (58.2%)76 (41.8%)
Total Housing Units417 (64.7%)227 (35.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Morton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Morton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School131 (65.2%)70 (34.8%)
High School Diploma128 (50.8%)124 (49.2%)
College/Associate Degree110 (80.9%)26 (19.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher48 (87.3%)7 (12.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Morton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Morton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14121.9%
35 to 44 Years13220.5%
45 to 54 Years6610.2%
55 to 64 Years9815.2%
65 to 74 Years10015.5%
75 to 84 Years8813.7%
85 Years and Over192.9%
Total644100.0%

Housing Finances in Morton

Median Income by Occupancy in Morton

Median Income by Occupancy in Morton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied417 (64.7%)$35,515
Renter-Occupied227 (35.2%)$39,076
Average644 (100.0%)$37,604

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Morton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Morton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (4.6%)17 (7.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99910 (2.4%)33 (14.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99940 (9.6%)26 (11.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99957 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99937 (8.9%)12 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (10.1%)11 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (10.3%)74 (32.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99953 (12.7%)20 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (9.8%)16 (7.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99947 (11.3%)11 (4.9%)
$150,000 or more28 (6.7%)7 (3.1%)
Total417 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Morton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Morton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30094 (22.5%)3 (1.3%)
$300 to $499182 (43.6%)27 (11.9%)
$500 to $79988 (21.1%)71 (31.3%)
$800 to $99912 (2.9%)48 (21.1%)
$1,000 to $1,49931 (7.4%)5 (2.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9999 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4991 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total417 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Morton

Housing Structures in Morton

Housing Structures in Morton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached55285.7%
Single Unit, Attached91.4%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments60.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments121.9%
Mobile Home / Other6510.1%
Total644100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Morton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Morton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached360 (65.2%)192 (34.8%)
Single Unit, Attached9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other48 (73.9%)17 (26.2%)
Total417 (64.7%)227 (35.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Morton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Morton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room8 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (0.5%)12 (5.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms231 (55.4%)172 (75.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms116 (27.8%)43 (18.9%)
8 or more Rooms60 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total417 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Morton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Morton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas321 (77.0%)119 (52.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)13 (5.7%)
Electricity91 (21.8%)95 (41.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels5 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total417 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Morton

Household Vehicle Usage in Morton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle29 (7.0%)23 (10.1%)
1 Vehicle146 (35.0%)105 (46.3%)
2 Vehicles170 (40.8%)87 (38.3%)
3 or more Vehicles72 (17.3%)12 (5.3%)
Total417 (100.0%)227 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Morton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Morton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units33384
Median Property Value$24,600$65,000
Median Household Income$33,984$6
Monthly Housing Costs$347$0
Real Estate Taxes$462$6

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Morton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Morton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000231 (69.4%)27 (32.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99973 (21.9%)44 (52.4%)
$100,000 to $299,99925 (7.5%)12 (14.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9994 (1.2%)1 (1.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total333 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Morton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Morton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00018 (5.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999121 (36.3%)11 (13.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99934 (10.2%)13 (15.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99935 (10.5%)8 (9.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99940 (12.0%)8 (9.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99923 (6.9%)13 (15.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99940 (12.0%)18 (21.4%)
$150,000 or more22 (6.6%)7 (8.3%)
Total333 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Morton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Morton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x262 (78.7%)50,500 (60,119.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x32 (9.6%)60 (71.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x18 (5.4%)13 (15.5%)
4.0x or more15 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total333 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Morton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Morton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800239 (71.8%)3 (3.6%)
$800 to $1,49948 (14.4%)28 (33.3%)
$800 to $1,49917 (5.1%)13 (15.5%)
Total333 (100.0%)84 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Morton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Morton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Morton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years270 (87.9%)37 (12.0%)
19 to 25 Years48 (49.0%)50 (51.0%)
26 to 34 Years131 (64.8%)71 (35.1%)
35 to 44 Years151 (53.0%)134 (47.0%)
45 to 54 Years98 (86.7%)15 (13.3%)
55 to 64 Years97 (67.8%)46 (32.2%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,196 (77.2%)353 (22.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Morton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Morton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen270 (87.9%)37 (12.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen48 (49.0%)50 (51.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Morton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Morton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000328 (70.1%)140 (29.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999273 (76.9%)82 (23.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999139 (63.5%)80 (36.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999150 (88.8%)19 (11.2%)
$100,000 and over306 (90.5%)32 (9.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Morton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Morton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6100 (76.9%)38 (29.2%)
6 to 18 Years204 (66.4%)86 (28.0%)
19 to 25 Years15 (15.3%)33 (33.7%)
25 to 34 Years34 (16.8%)97 (48.0%)
35 to 44 Years38 (13.3%)113 (39.7%)
45 to 54 Years33 (29.2%)65 (57.5%)
55 to 64 Years33 (23.1%)70 (48.9%)
65 to 74 Years140 (98.6%)67 (47.2%)
75 Years and over129 (100.0%)17 (13.2%)
Total726 (46.9%)586 (37.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Morton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Morton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (1.3%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years5 (3.2%)8 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years26 (9.0%)59 (23.5%)
65 to 74 Years52 (74.3%)11 (15.3%)
75 Years and over53 (72.6%)37 (66.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Morton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Morton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (18.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over49 (67.1%)12 (21.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Morton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)14 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (8.3%)
75 Years and over11 (15.1%)17 (30.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Morton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2 (1.3%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years16 (5.5%)42 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years2 (2.9%)2 (2.8%)
75 Years and over28 (38.4%)5 (8.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Morton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (7.2%)36 (14.3%)
65 to 74 Years47 (67.1%)3 (4.2%)
75 Years and over32 (43.8%)30 (53.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Morton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years10 (3.5%)8 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years19 (27.1%)3 (4.2%)
75 Years and over22 (30.1%)8 (14.3%)

Technology Access in Morton

Computing Device Access in Morton

Computing Device Access in Morton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop31849.4%
Smartphone56988.3%
Tablet23937.1%
No Computing Device639.8%
Total644100.0%

Internet Access in Morton

Internet Access in Morton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home27743.0%
Cellular Data Only20231.4%
Satellite Internet457.0%
No Internet15524.1%
Total644100.0%

Morton Summary

Morton, Texas is a small town located in Cochran County in the state of Texas. It is situated about 25 miles east of Lubbock and is part of the Lubbock Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of Morton was 1,845 in the 2010 census.

History

Morton was founded in 1891 by the Morton family, who had moved to the area from Kentucky. The town was named after the family’s patriarch, William Morton. The town was originally a farming community, but it soon became a center for the cotton industry. In the early 1900s, the town was home to several cotton gins, a cottonseed oil mill, and a cotton compress.
In the 1920s, the town began to experience a period of growth and development. The Morton State Bank was established in 1921, and the Morton Independent School District was formed in 1923. The town also had a movie theater, a hotel, and several stores.

Geography

Morton is located in the High Plains region of Texas. The town is situated at an elevation of 3,000 feet above sea level. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The climate is semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters.
The town is located near the White River, which is a tributary of the Brazos River. The White River is a popular destination for fishing and other recreational activities.

Economy

The economy of Morton is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several cotton gins, as well as a cottonseed oil mill and a cotton compress. The town also has a number of businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing companies, including a plastics manufacturer and a metal fabrication company.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Morton was 1,845. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 0.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 18.3% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in Morton was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $35,625. The per capita income for the town was $14,945. About 18.3% of families and 22.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.3% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.
Morton is a small town with a rich history and a diverse population. The town is home to a number of businesses and manufacturing companies, and it is a popular destination for fishing and other recreational activities. The town has a semi-arid climate and is situated in the High Plains region of Texas. The population of Morton was 1,845 in the 2010 census.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Morton?
Total Population of Morton is 1,572.
What is the Total Male Population of Morton?
Total Male Population of Morton is 820.
What is the Total Female Population of Morton?
Total Female Population of Morton is 752.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Morton?
There are 109.04 Males per 100 Females in Morton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Morton?
There are 91.71 Females per 100 Males in Morton.
What is the Median Population Age in Morton?
Median Population Age in Morton is 37.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Morton
Average Family Size in Morton is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Morton
Average Household Size in Morton is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Morton?
Per Capita income in Morton is $22,329.
What is the Median Family Income in Morton?
Median Family Income in Morton is $48,716.
What is the Median Household income in Morton?
Median Household Income in Morton is $37,604.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Morton?
Income or Wage Gap in Morton is 48.9%.
Women in Morton earn 51.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Morton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Morton is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Morton?
There are 744 People in the Labor Forcein in Morton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Morton?
61.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Morton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Morton?
Unemployment Rate in Morton is 8.9%.