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Mérk, Hungary

Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg · Hungary

Mérk is a small town in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg, Hungary with a population of 2,335. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

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C+ Fair
2,335 Population 241/sq mi density
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Budapest Timezone
$20,088 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,088 median income

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About Mérk

Mérk is a village in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county, in the Northern Great Plain region of eastern Hungary.

People

Population2,335
Density241/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$20,088

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Population2,335
Population Density241 / sq mi
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates47.7882°, 22.3804°
TimezoneEurope/Budapest
Country🇭🇺 Hungary
State / ProvinceSzabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.3 inches (44 cm)
Median Household Income$20,088

About Mérk

Mérk is a small town in Hungary (Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg) with a population of 2,335. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Budapest.

The median household income in Mérk is $20,088, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 110 business establishments.

Income: Mérk vs Hungary

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Income

Median HH Income$20,088
73% below Hungary avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)110

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mérk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 17.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above Hungary avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates47.7882°N, 22.3804°W
TimezoneEurope/Budapest

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above Hungary avg
Snowfall 17.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jan 3, 2023.

Oct 2, 2011 10 km NE of Synevyrska Poliana, Ukraine M4.7 142 km
Jan 3, 2023 1 km NNE of Bilky, Ukraine M4.3 83 km
May 20, 2003 12 km S of Snina, Slovakia M4.3 122 km
Jan 4, 1999 2 km WNW of Vynohradiv, Ukraine M4.1 62 km
Jul 19, 2015 8 km WSW of Neresnytsya, Ukraine M4.0 101 km
Jul 13, 2003 7 km WNW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.4 117 km
Apr 23, 2020 7 km SSW of Strážske, Slovakia M3.3 122 km
Jul 1, 2003 8 km SSW of Mez?csát, Hungary M3.2 112 km
May 17, 2005 4 km SSE of M?rg?u, Romania M3.1 128 km
Aug 10, 1994 6 km ENE of Chiuie?ti, Romania M3.1 129 km
Jul 14, 2006 5 km NNE of Dobre?ti, Romania M3.0 100 km
Feb 11, 2002 4 km NNW of Szentistván, Hungary M3.0 129 km
Feb 2, 2006 4 km NW of Vészt?, Hungary M2.8 128 km
Feb 11, 2002 3 km NW of Egyek, Hungary M2.8 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
November 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Mérk has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 32°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Mérk

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mérk-Vállaj Német Nemzetiségi Általános Iskola
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Radio Stations near Mérk

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rádio Košice (SK) košice, local MP3 128 kbps
Радіо Пульс (UA) 96 kbit/s, https MP3 96 kbps
Transilvania -statia Carei 95.2 FM (RO) local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
City Rádió (RO) MP3 128 kbps
Transilvania -statia Satu Mare 99.0 FM (RO) local news, local radio MP3 160 kbps
Lépés Rádió news, pop MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Mérk

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ady Endre Memorial Museum
Berey József Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény
Carei City Museum
Falumúzeum és galéria
Fűvészkert és vadállatgyűjtemény
Gőzüzemű szivattyútelep
Helytörténeti Gyűjtemény 06-44-630029
Lekvárium
Museum of Motz People
Muzeul satului din Curtuișeni
Roma tájház
Swabian Museum
Szatmári Múzeum
Tájház
Vízügyi Technikatörténeti Gyűjtemény

Libraries in Mérk

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca comună0.0
Biblioteca Comunală0.0
Czine Mihály Könyvtár0.0
Jókai Mór Művelődési Ház Könyvtára0.0
Karul Libris0.0
Képes Géza Városi Könyvtár0.0
Könyvtár0.0
Nagyközségi Könyvtár0.0

Farmers Markets in Mérk

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CBA
Kispiac
Nagyközségi kispiac
Piac
Piac
Piata de fructe
Termelői piac
The Bridge
Városi piac

Train Stations in Mérk

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ágerdőmajor
Tiborszállás

Gas Stations in Mérk

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avia

Airports Near Mérk

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Satu Mare International AirportSUJMedium Airport
Balkány AirfieldSmall Airport
Biharkeresztes AirfieldSmall Airport
Crasna Deltafly AirfieldSmall Airport
Ineu King's Land AirfieldSmall Airport
Kosino Spa Resort AirfieldSmall Airport
Kráľovský Chlmec AirstripSmall Airport
Laci Oros AirfieldSmall Airport
Mihăieni AirfieldSmall Airport
Novosad AirstripSmall Airport
Nyíregyháza AirfieldSmall Airport
Streda nad Bodrogom AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mérk

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Posta
Posta
Posta

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mérk

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Református templom
Református templom
Szent Erzsébet-templom
Szent Kereszt felmagasztalása-templom
Szent Péter és Pál-templom
Szentháromság-kápolna
Szentlélek-templom

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Budapest
Area
25.1 km² (9.7 mi²)
Postal Code
4352
Website
merk.hu/

🇭🇺 About Hungary

Capital Budapest
Population 9,768,785
Area 93,030 km²
GDP (USD) $213,240,316,635
GDP per capita $22,231
HDI 0.851
Life expectancy 76.8 years
Internet users 91.5%
Urban population 70.3%
Currency HUF (Forint)
Languages Hungarian
Calling code +36
TLD .hu
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Hungary

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Újév
Mar 15 1848 Revolution Memorial Day Nemzeti ünnep
Apr 3 Good Friday Nagypéntek
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Húsvétvasárnap
Apr 6 Easter Monday Húsvéthétfő
May 1 Labour day A munka ünnepe
May 24 Pentecost Pünkösdvasárnap
May 25 Whit Monday Pünkösdhétfő
Aug 20 State Foundation Day Az államalapítás ünnepe
Oct 23 1956 Revolution Memorial Day Nemzeti ünnep
Nov 1 All Saints Day Mindenszentek
Dec 25 Christmas Day Karácsony
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Karácsony másnapja

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mérk

What is the population of Mérk?

Mérk has a population of 2,335 residents and is located in Hungary. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.

Is Mérk expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,088, 73% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Mérk?

Mérk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches, with 17.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mérk?

There are 110 business establishments in the area.

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