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Merriam, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Noble County County
Merriam, IN
At a Glance
How Merriam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merriam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merriam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merriam residents earn a median household income of $44,444 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,373. The unemployment rate stands at 14.5% (303% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 983 business establishments, including 73 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Merriam is $123,800 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,591. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Merriam reports 136 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,622/100K.
Education
27.3% of adults in Merriam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merriam has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.