Merriam, KS
Kansas · Wyandotte County · Kansas City Metro
Merriam is a small city in Kansas with a population of 11,036. Residents earn $71,665 per year, which is 5% below the national average.
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How Merriam Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Merriam a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Merriam receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Merriam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Merriam is $71,665, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Merriam is $242,400, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,161 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 384 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,323 per 100,000, 121% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 41.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.
Climate & Weather
Merriam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Merriam vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Merriam vs U.S. Average
Income: Merriam vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $71,665 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,533 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,269 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,724 |
| Gini Index | 0.427 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,055 |
| County GDP | $15,517M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Healthcare | 329 |
| Retail | 441 |
| Manufacturing | 175 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,809 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 90.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $242,400 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $318,645 |
| Median List Price | $330,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $330,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $192 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,161 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 61.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 38.1% |
| Housing Units | 5,319 |
| Median Year Built | 1969 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,809 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)
Health Metrics: Merriam vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Cancer | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 12.2% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 20.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
| Short Sleep | 33.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Uninsured | 8.3% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,796 |
| Dentists | 1:2,270 |
| Mental Health | 1:521 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Dental Visits | 67.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,751/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 329 |
Crime Rates: Merriam vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 384.0/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 53.6/100K |
| Robbery | 62.5/100K |
| Assault | 267.9/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 4,322.6/100K |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 241.1/100K |
| Theft | 3,465.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 616.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,555/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0176°N, 94.6940°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Wyandotte County County |
| Nearest Airport | Kansas City International (MCI) 19 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0442 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 15.7 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.19 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.14 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 10.0 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 58.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 42.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | No Rating |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively High |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively High |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in |
Merriam has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.3") and January the driest (1.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 23.9 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 22 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 15.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.03 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,555/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.3 sq mi |
| County | Wyandotte County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 95.1% |
| Avg Download Speed | 194.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 78.1 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 329 |
| Restaurants | 295 |
| Retail Stores | 441 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 19.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.9% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $225 ($135–$360) |
| Specialist Visit | $315 ($180–$496) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $180 ($90–$315) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,982 ($721–$4,505) |
| Dental Cleaning | $117 ($68–$180) |
| Dental Filling | $225 ($135–$360) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $41 ($23–$68) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $68 ($45–$108) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $270 ($135–$451) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18–$68) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $541 ($360–$901) |
| Battery Replacement | $180 ($90–$315) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54–$135) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45–$126) |
| HVAC Repair | $360 ($135–$721) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,307 ($3,604–$10,812) |
| Roof Repair | $901 ($360–$1,802) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,109 ($4,956–$13,515) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,352 ($451–$3,154) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,515 ($4,505–$27,030) |
| DUI Defense | $4,505 ($1,802–$9,010) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,352 ($721–$2,703) |
| Will Preparation | $451 ($180–$901) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,253 ($901–$4,505) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $23 ($14–$41) |
| Women's Haircut | $50 ($27–$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $135 ($68–$225) |
| Manicure | $23 ($14–$41) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($23–$59) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45–$117) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.69 ($2.70–$4.96) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.15 ($2.25–$4.51) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.42 ($2.25–$4.96) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.05 ($2.70–$5.86) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.96 ($3.60–$6.76) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54–$1.62) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $126 ($72–$225) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27–$135) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36–$108) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36–$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $59 ($27–$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $77 ($45–$135) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $180 ($68–$451) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,802 ($1,081–$3,154) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27–$117) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14 ($7.21–$23) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27–$225) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($14–$68) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,081 ($541–$2,253) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $901 ($451–$1,802) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $360 ($180–$631) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($23–$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $901 ($360–$2,253) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,263 ($4,505–$27,030) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27–$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45–$180) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27–$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18–$68) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $270 ($135–$451) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $180 ($90–$360) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $681 |
| Toddler | $641 |
| Preschool | $596 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $521 |
| Toddler | $424 |
| Preschool | $424 |
Top Industries in Wyandotte County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 16,495 | 540 | $83,692 | 1.22 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 12,433 | 227 | $58,324 | 3.11 |
| Manufacturing | 10,374 | 198 | $80,843 | 1.34 |
| Retail Trade | 7,303 | 442 | $39,117 | 0.78 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 6,628 | 284 | $25,966 | 0.77 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 5,962 | 381 | $45,277 | 1.07 |
| Construction | 5,294 | 420 | $82,989 | 1.07 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,208 | 437 | $69,002 | 0.34 |
| Other Services | 1,937 | 252 | $52,520 | 0.68 |
| Management of Companies | 1,548 | 28 | $133,026 | 0.97 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 1,414 | 42 | $48,393 | 0.89 |
| Real Estate | 1,057 | 141 | $62,181 | 0.72 |
| Finance & Insurance | 834 | 163 | $66,273 | 0.22 |
| Information & Technology | 540 | 63 | $71,563 | 0.31 |
| Educational Services | 213 | 35 | $47,609 | 0.11 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 60 | 6 | $70,321 | 0.17 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 24 | 4 | $15,603 | 0.03 |
Hospitals in Merriam
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVENTHEALTH SHAWNEE MISSION | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes | (913) 676-2152 |
Schools in Merriam
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawnee Mission West High | High | 1,640 | 104 | 15.8:1 |
| Shawnee Mission Northwest High | High | 1,626 | 102 | 15.9:1 |
| Westridge Middle | Middle | 811 | 58 | 14.0:1 |
| Hocker Grove Middle | Middle | 747 | 49 | 15.2:1 |
| Trailridge Middle | Middle | 701 | 47 | 14.9:1 |
| Apache Elem | Elementary | 526 | 32 | 16.4:1 |
| Shawanoe Elem | Elementary | 483 | 33 | 14.6:1 |
| Rhein Benninghoven Elem | Elementary | 453 | 29 | 15.6:1 |
| Nieman Elem | Elementary | 450 | 30 | 15.0:1 |
| Merriam Park Elementary | Elementary | 431 | 31 | 13.9:1 |
| Bluejacket-Flint | Elementary | 413 | 30 | 13.8:1 |
| Crestview Elem | Elementary | 392 | 27 | 14.5:1 |
| Comanche Elem | Elementary | 381 | 29 | 13.1:1 |
| East Antioch Elem | Elementary | 300 | 21 | 14.3:1 |
Radio Stations near Merriam
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiostorm - Oldies 104 | 1950s, 1960s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| The X (Pittsburgh) | — | AAC | |
| Classic Country (Star 104 / Radiostorm) | classic country, contemporary country | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 103.1 Jack FM | adult hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| RNB 106.9 (KPRS-HD2) | rnb, r&b | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radiostorm - Comedy 104 | canada’s best comedy and talk, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Hot 103 Jamz | urban contemporary | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Eternity Ready Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radiostorm - At Work 104 | 1970s, 70 80 hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 80s Channel (Star 104 / Radiostorm | #80s, 1980s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Classic R&B (Star 104 / Radiostorm) | classic rock oldies soul, oldies 50's/60's | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 102.5 Jack FM | — | MP3 80 kbps | |
| the x | alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KOJH FM (Kansas City, Missouri) | jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 107.1 the X | christian pop, hip-hop and alternative music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 104 Christmas Hits (Radiostorm) | christmas, christmas music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 94.9 KCMO | classic hits | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Merriam
1 campgrounds found near Merriam.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Lake Visitor Center | — | 1 | $45 |
National Parks Near Merriam
8 national parks and monuments found near Merriam.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Harry S Truman National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Hillsdale State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lewis And Clark State Park | State Park | Free |
| Perry State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pomona State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wallace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weston Bend State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Merriam
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 11,266 | $54,809 |
| 2015 | 11,271 | $56,914 |
| 2017 | 11,231 | $57,109 |
| 2019 | 11,089 | $63,806 |
| 2021 | 11,017 | $64,703 |
| 2023 | 10,850 | $71,665 |
Museums in Merriam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAMPANELLA GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8167412000 | $87,574,609 | |
| GREENLEASE ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $78,528,054 | ||
| THORNHILL GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8165012443 | $42,091,176 | |
| KANSAS CITY ART INSTITUTE | ART MUSEUM | 16 EAST 43RD STREET | 8168023571 | $32,465,983 |
| KEMPER MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART AND DESIGN | ART MUSEUM | 8167535784 | $32,465,983 | |
| KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1601 BROADWAY BLVD | 8169947200 | $15,731,407 |
| UNION STATION KANSAS CITY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8164602020 | $8,262,987 | |
| LIBERTY MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8168888100 | $4,391,206 | |
| NERMAN MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9134693000 | $4,129,863 | |
| MID-AMERICA ARTS ALLIANCE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8164211388 | $3,674,892 | |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BASKETBALL COACHES FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1111 MAIN STREET SUITE 1000 | 8168786222 | $2,639,246 |
| NEGRO LEAGUES BASEBALL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8162211920 | $2,122,808 | |
| WILLIAM ROCKHILL NELSON TRUST | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8167511278 | $1,758,231 | |
| AMERICAN JAZZ MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8164748463 | $1,619,889 | |
| MUSEUM OF PRAIRIEFIRE FOUNDATION | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 9133383800 | $790,059 | |
| WONDERSCOPE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF KANSAS CITY | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 9132878888 | $489,569 | |
| JOHN WORNALL HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8164441858 | $457,200 | |
| WORNALL HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6115 WORNALL ROAD | 8164441858 | $457,200 |
| CHESTNUT FINE ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 234 N CHESTNUT ST | 9137642121 | $424,265 |
| KANSAS CITY JEWISH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9133172600 | $293,806 | |
| KANSAS CITY AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 15095 W 116TH ST | 9133224227 | $275,745 |
| IRISH MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 30 W PERSHING ROAD; STE 700 | 8164743848 | $249,319 |
| AGRICULTURAL HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9137211075 | $230,919 | |
| TWA MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8162341011 | $159,241 | |
| GARDNER HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 204 W MAIN ST | 9138564447 | $95,932 |
| NATIVE SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF GREATER KANSAS CITY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8169269397 | $91,310 | |
| BLACK ARCHIVES OF MID-AMERICA | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2033846378 | $84,995 | |
| SMOKY HILL RAILWAY & HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $84,005 | ||
| PUPPETRY ARTS INSTITUTE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8168339777 | $83,707 | |
| OLD ST MARYS HISTORIC PRESERVATION CORPORATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $80,058 | ||
| STRAWBERRY HILL ETHNIC CULTURAL SOCIETY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9133713264 | $79,512 | |
| DEAF CULTURAL CENTER FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9137825808 | $72,037 | |
| JOHNSON COUNTY MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9137152550 | $67,231 | |
| OLATHE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $63,034 | ||
| WYANDOTTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9137211078 | $54,176 | |
| WATER GARDEN SOCIETY OF GREATER KANSAS CITY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | $48,307 | ||
| RAYMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $33,003 | ||
| WESTPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $31,627 | ||
| KANSAS CITY ATHENAEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8165613525 | $28,720 | |
| SUGAR CREEK | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8162543742 | $20,042 | |
| RAYTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9705 E 63RD ST | 8163535033 | $15,001 |
| MONNETT BATTLE OF WESTPORT FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6601 SWOPE PKWY | 9133452000 | $12,665 |
| INSTITUTE OF BLACK INVENTION & TECHNOLOGY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | $9,533 | ||
| ADVERTISING ICON MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8169605254 | ||
| ALEXANDERS MAJ HIST FOUN | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8163335556 | ||
| AMERICAN BARBECUE HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4725 NORTH GREEN HILLS ROAD | 8165874775 | |
| AMERICAN ROYAL MUSEUM & VISITORS CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| ARABIA STEAMBOAT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8164714030 | ||
| ARVIN GOTTLIEB PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 30 WEST PERSHING ROAD SUITE 400 | ||
| ATHENAGORAS SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8164449031 | ||
| BASEHOR HISTORICAL MUSEUM SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2812 N 155TH ST | 9137244022 | |
| BELTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8163318044 | ||
| BRUCE R. WATKINS CULTURAL HERITAGE CENTER AND STATE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8167844444 | ||
| CADET AIR CORPS MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8162853888 | ||
| CARA AND CABEZAS CONTEMPORARY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8163326239 | ||
| CARTER ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 8166044278 | ||
| CAVE SPRING INTERPRETIVE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8165479679 | ||
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF KANSAS CITY | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 9136276700 | ||
| CLAY COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CLENDENING HISTORY OF MEDICINE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9135887243 | ||
| CLENDENING HISTORY OF MEDICINE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9135887243 | ||
| ENSOR FARMSITE & MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9135924141 | ||
| ESTELLE AND MORTON SOSLAND COLLECTION | ART MUSEUM | 8167561000 | ||
| EUPHRATES GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 2807 E 24TH ST | 8164835718 | |
| FRONTIER ARMY LIVING HISTORY ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8172318500 | ||
| GRANDVIEW DEPOT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8167610414 | ||
| GRANDVIEW HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8167616271 | ||
| GRINTER PLACE FRIENDS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1420 SOUTH 78TH STREET | 9132990373 | |
| HISTORIC GARMENT CENTER MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 801 BROADWAY ST | ||
| HISTORIC GARMENT DIST MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 801 BROADWAY STREET | 8164742112 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NEW SANTA FE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8169425033 | ||
| INSTITUTE FOR HISTORIC AND EDUCATIONAL ARTS | ART MUSEUM | |||
| INTERNATIONAL JAZZ HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8165233501 | ||
| JOHNSON COUNTY PARK & RECREATION - ERNIE MILLER NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 909 N HIGHWAY 7 | 9138262902 | |
| KANSAS CITY AREA HISTORIC TRAILS ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 812 W 66TH ST66202 | 9137224241 | |
| KANSAS CITY B. R. WATKINS CULT | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8167844444 | ||
| KANSAS CITY CENTER FOR THE CHILDRENS BOOK | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| KANSAS CITY FIRE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8164740200 | ||
| KANSAS CITY MASONIC TEMPLE HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| KANSAS CITY MINORITY ARTIST ASSOCIATION KCMAA | ART MUSEUM | |||
| KANSAS CITY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8165130720 | ||
| KANSAS CITY POLICE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8162345073 | ||
| KANSAS CITY ZOO | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 6800 ZOO DRIVE | 8165951234 | |
| KANSAS INSTITUTE FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN AND NATIVE-AMERICAN FAMILY HISTORY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2430 N 54TH ST | ||
| KANSAS REGIONAL PRISONS MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 9132500203 | ||
| KCKCC ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| KOREA WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL COMMITTEE OF JOHNSON COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LAKE OF THE FOREST HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LANSING HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 115 EAST KANSAS AVENUE | 9132500203 | |
| LEGLER BARN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9134920038 | ||
| LENEXA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9134920038 | ||
| MAHAFFIE STAGECOACH STOP & FARM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9139715111 | ||
| MEDICINES HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6801 HEDGE LANE TER | 9138880777 | |
| MISSOURI SOCIETY FOR HISTOLOGY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8165231057 | ||
| MONEY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8168812683 | ||
| MONTICELLO COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 23860 W 83RD ST | 9136673706 | |
| MVPA HISTORICAL ARCHIVES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NATIONAL TOY AND MINIATURE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8162358000 | ||
| NORTHEAST KANSAS CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8162219245 | ||
| OLD OLATHE NAVAL AIR MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 56 HIGHWAY (I-35 TO GARDNER 210 EXIT) | 9133813939 | |
| OVERLAND PARK ARBORETUM & BOTANICAL GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8909 WEST 179TH STREET | ||
| OVERLAND PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8045 SANTA FE DR | 9133818867 | |
| PLANET PLAY | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 15001 W. 77 TERRACE | 9134814143 | |
| QUINDARO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3432 N 29 ST | 9132448497 | |
| REAL WEST UNTOLD STORY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SACRED STRUCTURES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8165613717 | ||
| SAVE A CONNIE: AIRLINE HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8164213401 | ||
| SCIENCE CITY AT UNION STATION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 8164602020 | ||
| SEA LIFE AQUARIUM - KANSAS CITY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 2475 GRAND BLVD | 8164714386 | |
| SHAWNEE MISSION INDIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5343 BUENA VISTA | 7852728681 | |
| SHOAL CREEK LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8167922655 | ||
| TOY AND MINIATURE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8163339328 | ||
| TRADITIONS FIRE COMPANY AND MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 20175 W 151ST STREET #175 | 9138294319 | |
| TURKEY CREEK DIVISION OF THE MID-CONTINENT REGION OF THE NMR | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY GALLERY OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 8162351501 | ||
| URICH COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4601 COLLEGE BLVD STE 200 |
Libraries in Merriam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOHNSON COUNTY LIBRARY | 9875 W. 87TH STREET | 0.0 | 2,614,208 | |||
| KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 913 BALTIMORE AVE | 0.0 | 2,292,557 | |||
| KANSAS CITY, KANSAS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 625 MINNESOTA AVENUE | 0.0 | 762,152 | |||
| OLATHE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 201 E PARK STREET | 0.0 | 588,461 | |||
| NORTH KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2251 HOWELL ST | 0.0 | 188,728 | |||
| BONNER SPRINGS CITY LIBRARY | 201 N. NETTLETON AVE. | 0.0 | 132,108 | |||
| LANSING COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 730 1ST TERRACE | 0.0 | 22,360 |
Farmers Markets in Merriam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belton Farmers Market | Memorial Park | 06/06/2019 to 09/26/2019 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Bonner Springs Farmers' Market | 129 Elm St | 05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Briarcliff Village Farmers Market | 4175 Mulberry Drive | 05/01/2014 to 09/25/2014 | Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Brookside Farmers' Market | 63rd Street and Wornall Road | 04/16/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| City Market - Kansas City - Winter Market | 20 East 5th Street | 11/01/2015 to 02/29/2016 | Sat: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| City Market Kansas City- Year-round | 20 E 5th Street | Sat: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;Sun: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| Gardner Farmers Market | 136 E Washington St | 05/23/2019 to 09/12/2019 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Gladstone Farmers' Market | 602 NE 70th Street | 05/01/2018 to 10/31/2018 | Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Grand Court Farmers' Market | 107th Street and Wornall Road | 04/06/2013 to 09/28/2013 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Grandview Farmers' Market | 8th and Goode Streets | Sat: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM; | Visit | ||
| Ilus Davis Park Farmers' Market | Ilus Davis Park, 11th and Oak | ||||
| Ivanhoe Farmers' Market | 3700 Woodland | 06/19/2015 to 09/25/2015 | Fri: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| KC Organics and Natural Market | 1/4 mile East of Holmes Road on Red Bridge Road | 05/02/2015 to 10/17/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| KCK Farmers Market - THURSDAY at KCKCC | Argentine Ln. | 06/08/2017 to 10/26/2017 | Thu: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| KCK Farmers Market - TUESDAY at Catholic Charities | 2220 Central Ave. | 06/06/2017 to 10/24/2017 | Tue: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| KCK Farmers Market - WEDNESDAY on Strawberry Hill | 6th & Tauromee | 06/07/2017 to 10/25/2017 | Wed: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Lenexa Farmers Market | 17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy | 04/27/2019 to 10/26/2019 | Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | ||
| Liberty Wednesday Farmers' Market | 1332 W. Kansas Street | 05/03/2017 to 10/25/2017 | Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM; | ||
| Loud House Farm | 4300 East 113th Street | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Visit | ||
| Martin City Farm and Outdoor Market | Homes Road and 135th Street | 05/04/2013 to 09/28/2013 | Sat: 8:00 AM-; | Visit | |
| Merriam Farmers Market | 5740 Merriam Drive | May to October | Wed:7:00 am - 1:00 pm;Sat:7:00 am - 1:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Mission Farm and Flower Market | 5635 Johnson Drive | 06/07/2018 to 09/27/2018 | Thu: 4:30 PM-8:00 PM; | Visit | |
| North Kansas City Farmers Market | Armour Rd and Howell St in North Kansas City MO | 05/01/2015 to 10/30/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Northeast Farmers' Market | 3001 Independence Ave | 05/19/2016 to 09/29/2016 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Oak Grove Neighborhood Market | 433 Haskell Avenue | 07/01/2013 to 09/30/2013 | Sun: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM; | ||
| Olathe Farmers Market | Heritage Center | Visit | |||
| Overland Park Farmers' Market | 7950 Marty | 04/09/2016 to 12/03/2016 | Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Parkville Farmers' Market | English Landing Park, off Hwy 9 in Parkville MO | 04/28/2018 to 10/27/2018 | Wed: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Raymore's Original Town Farmers' Market | 200 South Washington | 06/04/2013 to 09/24/2013 | Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Raytown Farmers' Market | 6210 Raytown Road | 05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Shawnee Farmers Market | 11110 Johnson Drive | 05/04/2013 to 10/26/2013 | Sat: 7:00 AM-4:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Troostwood Youth Garden Market | 5142 Paseo in Kansas City MO | May 21, 2011 to October | Fri:5:00 pm - 8:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 2:00 pm; | ||
| Urbavore Urban Farm and Market | 5500 Bennington Avenue | Visit | |||
| Waldo Farmer's Market | 303 West 79th Street | 05/04/2016 to 09/28/2016 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Zona Rosa Farmers' Market | Off of I-29 and Barry Road | 06/01/2015 to 09/30/2015 | Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM; |
Hotels in Merriam
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Merriam
54 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Merriam
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Merriam
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Merriam
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Merriam
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Merriam
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Merriam
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Merriam
21 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Merriam
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Merriam
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Merriam
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Merriam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Street Brewery | American Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Bars Clubs, Bars Pubs, Brewe | 520 W 75th St | 8165234677 | Visit |
| Amerisports Brew Pub | Brewery | 3200 Ameristar Dr | 8164147000, 8666673386 | Visit |
| Bickering Tree Lounge | Restaurants, Bars and Clubs, Brewery, Raytown, MO, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Raytown Bars | 10012 E 63rd St | 8163563009 | |
| Big Rip Brewing Company | Brewery, Bar, Brewery, Bar, and Beer Garden, Beer Garden | 216 E 9th Ave | 8168660747 | Visit |
| Border Brewing Company | Brewery Crossroads, Brewery | 406 E 18th St | 8883205199 | Visit |
| Boulevard Brewing Co | Brewers, Non-Alcoholic Beer Manufacturers | 2501 Southwest Blvd | 8164747095 | |
| Brew Lab | Other Food & Drink, More, Classes & Workshops, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Hobby Shop, Breweri | 8004 Foster St | 9134002343, 19134002343 | Visit |
| Brock's | Restaurants, Kansas City Restaurants, Hawthorne - Picture Hills, Bars and Clubs, Appetizers, Brewery | 6541 N Cosby Ave | 8167410410 | |
| Caravan Ingredients | Beverage Manufacturers, Wholesale Bakers Equipment, Chemical Manufacturers, Breweries, Other Chemica | 13840 Botts Rd | 8167633312 | |
| Chouteau Inn | Bars & Pubs, Adult Entertainment, Bars and Clubs, Restaurants, Adult Entertainers, Nightclubs, Hotel | 3815 N Chouteau Trfy | 8164536297 | Visit |
| Cinder Block Brewery | Breweries, Food & Drink | 110 E 18th Ave | 8162986555 | |
| Company Kitchen | Brewers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Wholesale Vending Machines | 8500 Shawnee Mission Pkwy | 8166518581 | |
| Danny's Bar & Grill | Brewery, Bar, and American Restaurant | 10940 Parallel Pkwy | 9133280247 | Visit |
| Double Shift Brewing Co, Double Shift Brewing Company | shop, Brewers, bicycles & sporting goods, Brewery, retail | 412 E 18th St | 8162212045, 8164925654 | Visit |
| E C Kraus Hm Wine-beer Making | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Food Processing Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & S | 733 S Northern Blvd | ||
| Fuel American Made Bar & Grill | American, Overland Park Restaurants, Restaurants, Bars and Clubs, Bar Food, Brewery, Salads, Sandwic | 7398 W 119th St | 9134510444 | Visit |
| J A Brew Llc | Brewers | 4008 W 150th St | ||
| Kansas City Bier Company | Brewery and Beer Garden, Brewery and Beer Garden Waldo | 310 W 79th St | 8162148691 | Visit |
| Martin City Brewing Company | Brewery | 500 E 135th St | 8162682222 | Visit |
| Mccoy's Public House | Brewery, Beer Garden, Bar | 4057 Pennsylvania Ave | ||
| Mickey's Irish Pub | Kansas City Restaurants, Burgers / Irish / Sandwiches, Kansas City, MO, Beverages, Malt Beverages, | 420 N W Englewood Rd | 8164556868 | |
| Pete's Place | Bars and Clubs, Breweries and Wineries | 12044 E Blue Ridge Blvd | 8169650035 | |
| Ryan's Brewery and Kingdom | brewery | 3932 Clark Ave | ||
| Stockyards Brewing Co. | Brewery, Brewery West Bottoms | 1600 Genessee St | Visit | |
| Summer Beer Festival | Brewery Old Westport | Westport | ||
| Swagger | brewery, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Nightclubs, bar, Lounges | 8431 Wornall Rd | 8163614388, 816-361-4388 | |
| Tanner's | Shawnee Restaurants, Bar & Grill / American, Restaurants, Bars and Clubs, Bar Food, Brewery, Grill, | 22374 W 66th St | 9137458100 | Visit |
| The Q Brew | Restaurants, Breweries and Wineries, Brewery | 1744 Quindaro Blvd | 8169068777 | |
| The Well | Bar, Pub, and Beer Garden, Pub, Brewery Waldo, Bar, Pub, and Beer Garden Waldo, Bar, Beer Garden | 7421 N Broadway St | 8163611700, (816) 361-1700 | Visit |
| Torn Label Brewing Co | Brewers | 1708 Campbell St | 9136348001 |
Stadiums & Teams in Merriam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Royals | MLB | AL Central |
| Sporting Kansas City | MLS | Western Conference |
| Kansas City Cheifs | NFL | AFC West |
Nursing Homes in Merriam
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRINITY NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER INC 9700 W 62ND STREET |
Non profit - Corporation | 120 | 102 | 4/5 | — | 3/5 | 2/5 | 9133840800 |
Pharmacies in Merriam
6 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGETOWN PHARMACY | 5605 MERRIAM DRIVE | 913-362-0313 |
| HEN HOUSE MARKET | 5800 ANTIOCH ROAD | 913-831-4140 |
| MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY | 8901 WEST 74TH STREET | 913-789-3976 |
| SEARS GRAND | 8703 SHAWNEE MISSION PARKWAY | 913-722-4750 |
| SHAWNEE MISSION MEDICAL CENTER | 9100 WEST 74TH STREET | 913-676-2281 |
| WALGREENS - 6478 | 8701 JOHNSON DRIVE | 913-789-9275 |
EV Charging Stations in Merriam
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REED HYUNDAI KC REED HYUNDAI 1 | 7050 W Frontage Rd | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| BMW BARON BASEMENT #2 | 9010 Shawnee Mission Pkwy | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @ANTIOC PRK018A | 6501 Antioch Rd @ Antioch Park | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @ANTIOC PRK018B | 6501 Antioch Rd @ Antioch Park | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @ANTIOC PRK018C | 6501 Antioch Rd @ Antioch Park | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @SHMSN MED-038D | 9301 W 74th St @ Shawnee Mission Medical Cent | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @SHMSN MED-038E | 9301 W 74th St @ Shawnee Mission Medical Cent | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| EVERGY @SHMSN MED-038F | 9301 W 74th St @ Shawnee Mission Medical Cent | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| MERRIAM MARKETPLACE | 5740 Merriam Dr | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| MERRIAM MCC ADA | 6040 Slater St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Merriam
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 700 North Church Rd. | TOWER | 91 |
| 700 North Church Rd. | TOWER | 91 |
| (West Racetrack) 610 N 110TH ST | TOWER | 90 |
| (West Racetrack) 610 N 110TH ST | TOWER | 90 |
| 600 N 86TH ST | TOWER | 79 |
| 600 N 86TH ST | TOWER | 79 |
| 3500 N. 99TH STREET (8534) | LTOWER | 64 |
| 30825 WEST 90TH STREET (109589) | MTOWER | 60 |
| 915 Gilman Road (94193) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 915 Gilman Road (94193) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 6801 Hedge Lane Terrace | TOWER | 56 |
| 6801 Hedge Lane Terrace | TOWER | 56 |
| 13944 MITCHELL COURT (43606) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 13944 MITCHELL COURT (43606) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 200 WEST KAY STREET (41829) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 200 WEST KAY STREET (41829) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 200 West Kay Street (41829) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 200 West Kay Street (41829) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 29225 W. 183RD STREET | TOWER | 45 |
| 29225 W. 183RD STREET (58443) | LTOWER | 45 |
| 29225 W. 183RD STREET | TOWER | 45 |
| 13255 NW 76TH ST | TOWER | 43 |
| 13255 NW 76TH ST | TOWER | 43 |
| 12701 BARRY ROAD (58539) | MTOWER | 32 |
Fire Stations in Merriam
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam Fire Department | 9000 W 62nd TER | Mostly career | 913-322-5530 |
Bridges in Merriam
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1961 | 203 | 65,486 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1991 | 176 | 63,500 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1991 | 176 | 63,500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1991 | 162 | 57,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1958 | 171 | 56,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1958 | 171 | 56,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1991 | 162 | 55,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1936 | 61 | 45,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1936 | 70 | 42,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1936 | 62 | 42,800 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1936 | 309 | 42,800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 60 | 40,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1985 | 535 | 38,500 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2009 | 36 | 34,950 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1973 | 412 | 34,950 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1973 | 313 | 25,947 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1991 | 275 | 18,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1991 | 275 | 18,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1981 | 151 | 17,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1968 | 21 | 16,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 32 | 15,170 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 76 | 15,170 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1986 | 102 | 14,500 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 2010 | 56 | 14,390 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 2010 | 35 | 14,390 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1998 | 482 | 14,237 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2004 | 251 | 13,261 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2007 | 192 | 13,142 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1987 | 343 | 12,740 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1987 | 343 | 12,740 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1977 | 31 | 12,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1959 | 22 | 12,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1998 | 253 | 11,600 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1954 | 23 | 10,800 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1954 | 76 | 10,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1985 | 33 | 10,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2001 | 25 | 10,800 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2010 | 26 | 10,465 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1959 | 29 | 9,600 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1994 | 1,198 | 9,246 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1994 | 1,198 | 9,246 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2019 | 40 | 9,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2007 | 112 | 8,935 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 23 | 5,800 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1973 | 187 | 5,090 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1986 | 33 | 5,000 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2000 | 183 | 4,870 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2015 | 23 | 3,700 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1994 | 279 | 2,748 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1985 | 102 | 2,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2014 | 27 | 1,385 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2002 | 37 | 1,020 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2015 | 20 | 1,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 62 | 800 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2014 | 29 | 250 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2014 | 43 | 250 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1994 | 43 | 100 | G |
Amtrak Stations in Merriam
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO | 30 West Pershing Road | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Merriam
12 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ADM PROCESSING-NORTH KANSAS CITY | 200 WEST 19TH AVE | CLAY |
| BAYER CROPSCIENCE - KANSAS CITY FACILITY | 8400 HAWTHORN RD | JACKSON |
| BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES | 540 MINNESOTA AVENUE | WYANDOTTE |
| CERTAINTEED, KANSAS CITY PLANT | 103 FUNSTON ROAD | WYANDOTTE |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY--KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT | 8121 EAST HIGHWAY 69 | CLAY |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY--KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT | 8121 EAST HIGHWAY 69 | CLAY |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY--KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT | 8121 EAST HIGHWAY 69 | CLAY |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY--KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT | 8121 EAST HIGHWAY 69 | CLAY |
| GENERAL MOTORS | 3201 FAIRFAX TRAFFICWAY | WYANDOTTE |
| HAWTHORN GENERATING FACILITY | 8700 EAST FRONT STREET | JACKSON |
| HAWTHORN GENERATING FACILITY | 8700 EAST FRONT STREET | JACKSON |
| MID-CONTINENT ASPHALT & PAVING | 100 MAIN | PLATTE |
Airports Near Merriam
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City International Airport | MCI | Large Airport |
| Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport | MKC | Medium Airport |
| Albright Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Amar Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Amelia Earhart Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Angle Bar M Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Arrowhead Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| B-B Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bean Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Belleair Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bent Nail Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bishop's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blazer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Block Air Village Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Booze Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brownsberger Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butell Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Butler Memorial Airport | BUM | Small Airport |
| Cameron Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ccc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cedar Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Chiles Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Church's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cliff Scott Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cochran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coffman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crosswind Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dempsey Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dorton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunham Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| East Kansas City Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eibes Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Excelsior Springs Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farris Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Flintlock Field | — | Small Airport |
| Flory Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying G Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying M Ranch Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Flying T Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Z Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fox Fire Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foxtrot Field Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
| Friends Field | — | Small Airport |
| G & S Space Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardner Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garnett Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gjerde International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Graham Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hancock Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Merriam
48 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Basehor Police Department | ||
| Belton Police Station | ||
| Bonner Springs Police Department | ||
| Edwardsville Police Department | ||
| Fairway Police Department | ||
| Gardner Police Department | 16540 Moonlight Road | |
| Johnson County Jail - Central Booking | 101 North Kansas Avenue | |
| Johnson County Sheriff's Office | 101 North Kansas Avenue | |
| Johnson County Sheriffs Office | 11880 South Sunset Drive | |
| Johnson County Sheriffs Operation Center | ||
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Police | ||
| Kansas City Kansas Police Department East Patrol Division | ||
| Kansas City Kansas Police Department Headquarters | 700 Minnesota Avenue | |
| Kansas City Kansas Police Department South Patrol | ||
| Kansas City Kansas Police Training Academy | ||
| Kansas City Missouri Police East Patrol Division | ||
| Kansas City Police Crime Laboratory | ||
| Kansas City Police Department | 1120 Cherry Street | |
| Kansas City Police Department HQ Annex | 901 Charlotte Street | |
| Kansas City Police Department Metro Patrol | 7601 Prospect | |
| Kansas Highway Patrol Troop A Headquarters | 1220 South Enterprise Street | |
| KCMO Mounted Patrol | ||
| KCPD Central Patrol Division | 1200-1208 East Linwood Boulevard | |
| Lake Quivira Police Department | ||
| Leawood Police Department | ||
| Leawood Police Department | ||
| Lenexa Police Department | 12500 W 87th St Pkwy | |
| Lenexa Police Department | 17371 Prairie Star Parkway | |
| Lenexa Police Department Substation | 24000 Prairie Star Parkway | |
| Merriam Police Department | ||
| Mission Police Department | ||
| North Kansas City Police Department | 2010 Howell Street | |
| Olathe Police Department | 501 East Old 56 Highway | |
| Olathe Police Department Sub-Station | 24200 College Boulevard | |
| Overland Park Police Department | ||
| Overland Park Police Department | ||
| Park Headquarters | ||
| Police Station | 7010 North Holmes Street | |
| Prairie Village Police Department | 7710 Mission Road | |
| Roeland Park Police Department | 4100 West 51st Street | |
| Shawnee Justice Center-Jail & Court | 5850 Renner Road | |
| Shawnee Mission School District Police Department Headquarters | ||
| Shawnee Police Department | ||
| Shoal Creek Patrol Division Station | 6801 Northeast Pleasant Valley Road | |
| Shoal Creek Patrol Division Station | 6801 Northeast Pleasant Valley Road | |
| W. Jack Sanders Justice Center | 12400 Foster Street | |
| Westwood Police Department | ||
| Wyandotte County Sheriff's Department | 710 North 7th Street Trafficway |
Grocery Stores in Merriam
39 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven Store 13242D | Convenience Store | 2924 S 47th St |
| Alsuper Market Inc | Grocery Store | 10336 Shawnee Mission Pkwy |
| Carniceria Lupita | Grocery Store | 9954 W 87th St |
| CASEY'S 4349 | Convenience Store | 8633 Quivira Rd |
| Casey's General Store 3233 | Convenience Store | 7875 Quivira Rd |
| CVS Pharmacy 8580 | Other | 6510 Nieman Rd |
| CVS Pharmacy 8608 | Other | 4645 Shawnee Dr |
| Dollar General 0882 | Other | 7444 Nieman Rd |
| Dollar General 1603 | Other | 2801 S 47th St |
| Dollar General 21234 | Other | 6638 Nieman Rd |
| Dollar Tree 4732 | Other | 6445 Quivira Rd |
| Dollar Tree 7084 | Other | 11554 W 95th St |
| Family Dollar 8461 | Other | 6220 Nieman Rd |
| Franklin General Store | Grocery Store | 11405 Johnson Dr |
| Fundisha African Market | Convenience Store | 7631 Quivira Rd |
| Hy-Vee Food & Drugstore 1508 | Super Store | 11552 W 95th St |
| Hy-Vee Gas 5383 | Convenience Store | 13080 W 87th Street Pkwy |
| Mi Pueblito Meat Market 2 | Grocery Store | 7425 Quivira Rd |
| Minit Mart 600757 | Convenience Store | 9500 W 67th Street |
| New Century Imports | Grocery Store | 9926 W 87th St |
| Pak Halal | Grocery Store | 12259 W 87th Street Pkwy |
| Papa Muphys Take n Bake Pizza KS048 | Specialty Store | 12272 Shawnee Mission Pkwy |
| Price Chopper | Super Store | 8686 Antioch Rd |
| Price Chopper 39 | Supermarket | 12010 Shawnee Mission Pkwy |
| Quick Mart | Convenience Store | 2406 S 51st St |
| Quik Trip 264 | Convenience Store | 10701 Shawnee Mission Pkwy |
| QuikTrip 160 | Convenience Store | 9025 Johnson Dr |
| QuikTrip 166 | Convenience Store | 11915 Johnson Dr |
| QuikTrip 185 | Convenience Store | 10301 W 75th St |
| QuikTrip 243R | Convenience Store | 9901 W 87th St |
| QuikTrip 253 | Convenience Store | 11200 W 87th St |
| QuikTrip 296 | Convenience Store | 12355 West 95th Street |
| Sam's Club 8208 | Super Store | 12200 W 95th St |
| Sunfresh 41 | Supermarket | 2803 S 47th St |
| Walgreens 11924 | Other | 11830 W 75th St |
| Walgreens 5263 | Other | 11021 Shawnee Mission Pkwy |
| Walgreens 6478 | Other | 8701 Johnson Dr |
| Walmart 1691 | Super Store | 7701 Frontage Rd |
| Walmart 5308 | Super Store | 11010 W 74th Ter |
Post Offices in Merriam
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lenexa Branch Post Office | |
| Lenexa Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Merriam
44 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AppleCore Outpatient Treatment/Olathe | Substance Abuse | 913-706-4132 |
| Benilde Hall Program | Substance Abuse | 816-842-5836 |
| BHG Kansas City North Treatment Center - BHG XXX LLC | Substance Abuse | 913-342-0888 |
| BHG Overland Park Treatment Center - VCPHCS XIV LLC | Substance Abuse | 913-696-1911 |
| Burrell Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 816-836-2672 |
| Carole - Cadue Blackwood | Substance Abuse | 816-421-7608 x227 |
| Childrens Center | Mental Health | 816-321-7060 |
| Compass Health | Substance Abuse | 660-442-1054 |
| Compass Health | Both | 660-442-1054 |
| Cornerstones of Care - Gillis Campus | Mental Health | 816-508-3500 |
| Crittenton Childrens Center | Both | 816-765-6600 |
| Family Conservancy | Mental Health | 913-287-1300 |
| Footprints | Substance Abuse | 816-561-0567 |
| Guadalupe Centers Inc | Substance Abuse | 816-531-6911 |
| Heartland Center for Behavioral Change - Kansas City Outpatient Clinic | Substance Abuse | 816-214-9107 |
| Heartland Regional Alcohol and - Drug Assessment Center Inc | Substance Abuse | 913-789-0951 |
| Jewish Family Services | Mental Health | 913-327-8250 |
| Jewish Family Services | Mental Health | 816-333-1172 |
| Johnson County Mental Health Center | Both | 913-826-4200 |
| Johnson County Mental Health Center - ACT | Substance Abuse | 913-782-0283 |
| Johnson County Mental Health Center - Adult Detox Unit | Substance Abuse | 913-826-4100 |
| Johnson County Mental Health Center - Outpatient Addiction Services | Substance Abuse | 913-826-4200 |
| KidsTLC | Both | 913-764-2887 |
| KVC/Niles | Both | 816-787-2742 |
| Midwest ADP | Substance Abuse | 816-468-6688 |
| Midwest ADP - Kansas City Site | Substance Abuse | 816-836-2220 |
| Mirror Inc - Shawnee Residential | Substance Abuse | 913-248-1943 |
| Nuhope Services | Substance Abuse | 913-942-4039 |
| Preferred Family Healthcare Inc | Substance Abuse | 913-764-7555 |
| ReDiscover - Transitions Clinic | Substance Abuse | 816-965-1150 |
| ReDiscover - Treatment Options Program | Substance Abuse | 816-384-0700 |
| ReDiscover/Bannister | Both | 816-966-0903 |
| ReDiscover/South | Both | 816-866-0900 |
| Rose Brooks Center | Substance Abuse | 816-523-5550 |
| Sana Lake Behavioral Wellness Center - Kansas City North | Substance Abuse | 816-323-5374 |
| Synergy Services - Youth Campus | Mental Health | 816-505-4894 |
| Synergy Services Inc | Mental Health | 816-587-4100 x100 |
| University Health - Behavorial Health | Both | 816-404-5709 |
| University of Kansas Health System - Marillac Campus | Both | 913-574-3800 |
| University of Kansas Hospital - Strawberry Hill Campus | Both | 913-942-5100 |
| Valley Hope of Overland Park | Substance Abuse | 785-877-5111 |
| We Can Recover Counseling Services | Substance Abuse | 913-269-8726 |
| Wyandot Center for Community - Behavioral Healthcare Inc | Both | 913-328-4600 |
| Wyandot Center for Community - Behavioral Healthcare Inc | Both | 913-328-4600 |
DOL Wage Violations in Merriam
5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $179,179 in back wages owed to 100 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Garden Buffet | SIGNIFICANT | — | 66202 | — | 2 | $165,504 | $2,299 | 72 |
| Corvus | — | — | 66203 | — | 1 | $6,437 | $2,146 | 3 |
| Quality Inn | — | Choice Hotels | 66202 | — | 2 | $6,260 | $522 | 12 |
| Denny's Restaurant #7494 | — | Dennys Corporation | 66202 | — | 1 | $601 | $60 | 10 |
| El Conquistador Apartments | — | — | 66203 | — | 1 | $377 | $126 | 3 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Merriam
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ADVENTIST HEALTH MID-AMERICA INC | 9100 W 74TH ST |
| AMANUEL ETHIOPIAN CHURCH | 11505 W 75TH ST |
| CATHOLIC ENGAGED ENCOUNTER OF WESTERN MISSOURI INC | 4803 WEDD ST |
| CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST OF GREATER KANSAS CITY | 9401 JOHNSON DR |
| EMMANUEL CHURCH INC | 4900 ANTIOCH RD |
| GRACE KOREAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 4849 ENGLAND ST |
| HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHURCH | 10200 W 75TH ST STE 111 |
| MERRIAM CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 9401 JOHNSON DR |
| PHILADELPHIA BAPTIST CHURCH | 9420 W 50TH TER |
| SEVENDAYS INC | 8500 SHAWNEE MISSION PKWY L26 |
| SHAWNEEMISSION ISLAMIC EDUCATION CENTER | 4849 ENGLAND ST |
| UNIVERSAL FELLOWSHIP OF METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCHES | 8804 W 70TH TER |
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What is the population of Merriam?
Merriam has a population of 11,036 residents and is located in Kansas. The population density is 2,555 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.
Is Merriam expensive to live in?
Merriam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $71,665, 5% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,400 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,161 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Merriam safe?
The violent crime rate in Merriam is 384 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,323 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Merriam receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Merriam?
Merriam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.
How is the job market in Merriam?
Merriam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,269. There are 4,055 business establishments in the area, including 295 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 17.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Merriam?
The median home value in Merriam is $242,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,645. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,161. Fair market rent is $753 for a 1-bedroom and $947 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.9%. The average annual property tax is $4,809.
How are the schools in Merriam?
Schools in Merriam have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 41.5% of adults in Merriam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 15.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Merriam?
The obesity rate in Merriam is 33.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 22.1% are physically inactive. 20.0% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 92.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,796.
What is transportation like in Merriam?
The average commute in Merriam is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Merriam?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Merriam is 83% White, 6.6% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 90.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.5% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 12.2% of residents have a disability. 91.7% have health insurance coverage.
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