Morgan County Public RecordsAlabama

Morgan County, AL, features 19 public schools serving grades K-12, including 5 high schools. Around 85% of adults have a high school diploma, while 19% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The average school rating is 6/10, reflecting moderate academic performance. School safety is prioritized, with reported incident rates below the state average. Educational programs include Advanced Placement, vocational training, and dual enrollment. Adult education options are available through local community colleges, supporting career and GED advancement.

As of 2023, Morgan County, AL, has an employment-population ratio of approximately 57%. Major industries include manufacturing (24%), healthcare and social assistance (14%), and retail trade (11%). The top occupation types are production (13%), office/administrative support (12%), and management (10%). About 87% of workers commute by car, with an average travel time of 23 minutes. While 70% work inside Morgan County, 30% commute outside, mainly to Madison and Limestone counties. The county's unemployment rate remains low, at around 2.1%.

Morgan County, AL has a homeownership rate of about 72%, with a median home value around $180,000 and median rent near $950. Property values have increased approximately 7% over the past year. The area features diverse housing types, including single-family homes, townhomes, and apartments, especially in neighborhoods like Decatur, Priceville, and Hartselle. Property tax rates are relatively low, averaging about $425 annually for a median-valued home. Popular family-friendly neighborhoods include Burningtree and Chapel Hill, offering a range of amenities and community events for residents.

Morgan County, AL has a crime rate of about 27.31 per 1,000 residents annually. Violent crime rate stands at approximately 4.39 per 1,000, while property crimes are reported at 22.92 per 1,000 residents. Decatur, the county seat, experiences higher crime compared to other local areas. Reporting and law enforcement efforts are supported by the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office, which encourages community reporting via tip lines and online portals to enhance local safety and response times.

Morgan County, AL, has approximately 83,000 registered voters as of 2024. Voters participate in primary, general, and runoff elections, with about 60% turnout in recent general elections. There are 45 polling locations administered by the Morgan County Probate Judge’s office, overseeing Democratic and Republican ballots. Recent issues include local school funding and judicial appointments. In the 2022 general election, Republicans received 68% of the vote, Democrats 30%. Voter registration is available online and in person, requiring photo ID. Local election administration is handled by a bipartisan Board of Registrars, ensuring election integrity.

As of 2022, Morgan County, AL, has a population of approximately 123,700. The median age is about 41 years, with 49.5% male and 50.5% female residents. The racial and ethnic composition is roughly 75% White, 12% Black or African American, 1% Asian, 0.5% Native American, and 10% Hispanic or Latino of any race, with other groups comprising the remainder.