RANK #278 / 996 · POP 508,816 · NJ
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.7%
Morris County, New Jersey, is distinguished by its Revolutionary War history, with Morristown serving as General George Washington's military headquarters during two winters. Located approximately 30 miles northwest of New York City, the county offers a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to metropolitan areas. Commuters utilize NJ Transit rail lines like the Morris & Essex Line for direct service to New York Penn Station. The landscape features rolling hills, valleys, and lakes, with extensive parkland, including the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Lewis Morris Park, providing abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.
Life in Morris County is characterized by highly-rated public schools and a variety of housing options. The county attracts families and professionals, many of whom commute to nearby cities. The economy is driven by a corporate presence, including pharmaceuticals and advanced manufacturing, with ongoing redevelopment of commercial sites into mixed-use properties. There is also significant investment in industrial and logistics sectors, with new warehouse projects contributing to economic activity.
Below national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 4.5x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Riverdale Quarry Redevelopment (Warehouse Space)
Undisclosed
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$120M | Proposed |
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Morris County Capital Spending Plan (2026)
Morris County Board of County Commissioners
|
$37M | Planned |
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Morris County Capital Spending Plan (2025)
Morris County Board of County Commissioners
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$35M | Planned |
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Mount Olive Solar Farm
CEP Renewables LLC / NJR Clean Energy Ventures Corporation
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$26M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Morris County has a Boom Town Index score of 72/100, ranking #278 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.7% and a median household income of $130,808, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Morris County is $531,800 with median rent at $1,814/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.246, which is less affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.1% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.7%. Home values changed +3.2% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.1% of Morris County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.