Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.4%

21% lower than US avg

Unemployment 6.7%

87% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.1%

91% lower than US avg

People

Population963

Median Age44.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,786

Unemployment6.7%

Poverty1.1%

Health

Obesity25.4%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking27.2%

Depression16.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI6 (Good)

Rain24.7 in/yr

Sunny Days291/yr

Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband88.5%

Population	963
Elevation	371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates	54.1625°, 24.1852°
Timezone	Europe/Vilnius
Country	🇱🇹 Lithuania
State / Province	Alytus
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age	44.5 years

Is Merkinė a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merkinė receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Merkinė offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Merkinė has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Merkinė has a population of 963. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

963

Total Population

44.5yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Merkinė vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Merkinė vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merkinė is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Merkinė vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,786

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.7%
	87% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.1%
	91% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	53.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Merkinė, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 80.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Merkinė vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.4%
	21% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	48.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.2%
	94% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.2%
Physical Inactivity	80.2%
Depression	16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	78.0%

Food & Exercise

Merkinė has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 6.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	43.3°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.7 inches
	35% below US avg
Snowfall	7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	6.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.7%

Geography

Elevation	371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates	54.1625°N, 24.1852°W
Timezone	Europe/Vilnius

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	97.0%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Merkinė, Lithuania

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Is Merkinė a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Merkinė vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Merkinė vs U.S. Average

Income: Merkinė vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Merkinė vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

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Urban-Rural Classification

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Commute & Transportation

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