Living in Morgan County, Alabama

Morgan County is a county in Alabama with a population of around 119,565, part of the Decatur, AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Decatur, Hartselle, Priceville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,284/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $223K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Morgan County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.