Merkel, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Nolan County County
Merkel, TX
At a Glance
How Merkel Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merkel's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merkel a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merkel residents earn a median household income of $62,368 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,624. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 420 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Merkel is $99,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $207,830. Median rent is $992/month, with 18.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Merkel reports 207 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 702/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Merkel hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merkel has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches.