Information on Morton, Tazewell County
The Village of Morton is located in the state of Illinois, in Tazewell County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Morton Village HALL, Tazewell County
| Morton Village Hall's address | Morton Morton Municipal Building 120 N MAIN ST MORTON IL 61550 United States | |
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| Phone number of Morton Village Hall | Not available | |
| Morton, IL email | Not available | |
| Morton official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Morton | ||
| Tazewell County, Illinois: Vital Records | Morton vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Illinois birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Morton
What county is Morton IL in?Morton, IL is located in Tazewell County |
Where is Morton, Illinois ?Morton lies in Tazewell County, in central Illinois, USA. It is situated approximately 10 miles southeast of Peoria, near the Illinois River. This municipality is part of the Peoria Metropolitan Area, offering a strategic location with easy access to Interstate 74, facilitating connectivity to Bloomington-Normal and Springfield. |
What is the cost of living in Morton IL ?The cost of living in Morton, Illinois (Tazewell County) is generally affordable. Housing costs average around $150,000 for a home. Monthly transportation expenses typically range from $100 to $200, while grocery prices are about 5% lower than the national average, making Morton a budget-friendly place to live. |
Morton administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Tazewell - other counties in Illinois |
Morton building department, IL
If you're looking to initiate a construction or renovation project in Morton, IL, securing the necessary permits is a crucial first step. You can request your permit through the Village of Morton's Building and Zoning Department. It's advisable to contact their office directly to obtain detailed information on the fees involved and the expected processing times for your application. The staff can provide guidance to ensure your project complies with local regulations, making the permit process as smooth as possible.
| Office | Morton Building Inspections Department |
|---|---|
| City | Morton |
| State | Illinois |
| Address | 120 N Main St, Morton, IL 61550 |
| Phone | 309-266-5361 |
| Website | https://www.morton-il.gov/building |
Demography of Morton
| Name of Morton inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 15 198 inhabitants | 46 / 2 155 | ||
| Population density in Morton | 1 174,0 pop/sq mi (453,3 pop/km²) | |||
List of Passport Facilities in Morton, IL
Where to apply for a passport in Morton, IL? There are 1 passport offices in Morton, try one of these:
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| MORTON POST OFFICE | 600 W JEFFERSON STREET | 3092666421 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Morton
There are 7 bank branches in Morton.
Morton Community Bank is the most popular bank in Morton with 3 branch offices, followed by Heartland Bank and Trust Company with 2 branch offices and then PNC Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Morton:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Morton Community Bank | 3 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Heartland Bank and Trust Company | 2 | Limited Service Facility Office |
| PNC Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Better Banks | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Morton administrative numbers
| Morton Village code | 1750621 |
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| Morton Village postcode | 61550 |
Transportation modes in Morton
| Airport | General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport 12.4 miles Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal 30.5 miles Canton Municipal Airport 32.1 miles |
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Morton territory
| Morton area | 12,95 sq mi (33,53 km²) |
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| Morton altitude | 715 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 40.6137 Longitude: -89.4668 Latitude: 40° 36' 49'' North Longitude: 89° 28' 0'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Morton | Currently, the town Morton isn’t twinned |
| Namesake of Morton |
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| Natural parks | Morton isn't part of a natural park |
What is Morton close to?
| Nearby cities include: East Peoria, Washington, Tremont and Deer Creek | ||
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| East Peoria | East Peoria | Washington |
| East Peoria |  | Washington |
| Tremont | Tremont | Mackinaw |
| East Peoria 5.7 miles | Washington 6.3 miles | Tremont 6.3 miles |
| Deer Creek 7.2 miles | Creve Coeur 7.2 miles | Marquette Heights 7.3 miles |
| North Pekin 7.8 miles | Mackinaw 8 miles | Pekin 9 miles |
| Bartonville 10.3 miles | West Peoria 10.5 miles | Germantown Hills 10.8 miles |
| Goodfield 11 miles | Peoria Heights 11.4 miles | Bellevue 12 miles |
| Eureka 12.1 miles | Peoria 12.5 miles | South Pekin 12.7 miles |
| Hopedale 13.4 miles | Metamora 13.6 miles | Congerville 13.6 miles |
Distance between Morton and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1648 miles | Houston : 820 miles | Philadelphia : 757 miles |
| Phoenix : 1335 miles | San Antonio : 925 miles | San Diego : 1618 miles |
| Dallas : 675 miles | San Jose : 1746 miles | Jacksonville : 835 miles |
| Indianapolis : 185 miles closest | San Francisco : 1800 miles | Austin : 851 miles |
| Columbus : 345 miles | Fort Worth : 696 miles | Charlotte : 601 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Morton, IL
Elementary schools in Morton
Grundy Elementary School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 385
Jefferson Elementary School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 365
Lettie Brown Elementary School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 361
Lincoln Elementary School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 520
Middle schools in Morton
Morton Junior High School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 456
High schools in Morton
Morton High School
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 931
Alternative schools in Morton
Morton Academy
District of MORTON CUSD 709Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 14
Private schools in Morton
Bethel Lutheran School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8Students : 207
Blessed Sacrament School
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8Students : 252
Leisure and activities in Morton surrounding area
| Zoo | |
|---|---|
| Glen Oak Zoo to Peoria 9.1 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Fon du Lac Golf Course to East Peoria 6.1 miles | Quail Meadows Golf Course to Washington 6.7 miles |
| Pekin Country Club to Pekin 7.1 miles | Lick Creek Golf Course to Pekin 8 miles |
| Parkview Golf Course to Pekin 8.3 miles | Sunset Hills Country Club to Pekin 8.9 miles |
| Bluegrass Creek Golf Course to Minier 13 miles | Kaufman Park Golf Course to Eureka 13 miles |
| Coyote Creek Golf Club to Bartonville 13.4 miles | WeaverRidge Golf Club to Peoria 13.6 miles |