Merrillville, IN

Indiana · Lake County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Merrillville is a mid-size city in Indiana with a population of 36,343. Residents earn $64,791 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

36,343 Population 1,094/sq mi density

$64,791 Median Income $35,768 per capita

$194,000 Home Value $236,982 Zillow

$1,304 Median Rent 32.6% income on rent

50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

144 Violent Crime/100K 1,670 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$64,791 median income, 4.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$194,000 home value, $1,304/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

144 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)

Education

3.0 / 5.0

25.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $64,791

14% lower than US avg

Home Value $194,000

31% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 144/100K

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.2%

25% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,304

12% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.6%

33% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.5%

7% lower than US avg

How Merrillville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population36,343

Median Age41.3 yrs

Density1,094/mi²

Male / Female49% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 41%

Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$64,791

Per Capita$35,768

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty11.5%

County GDP$31,242M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$194,000

Rent$1,304

Ownership68.5%

Zillow$236,982

Housing Units15,986

Rent Burden32.6%

Crime

Violent144/100K

Property1,670/100K

Murder8.6/100K

Assault37/100K

Burglary193/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking17.5%

Depression19.7%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.2%

High School+92.2%

Graduate+8.6%

School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%

Commute32 min

Broadband86.5%

EV Stations11

Libraries26

Is Merrillville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merrillville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Merrillville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merrillville is $64,791, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Merrillville is $194,000, 31% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Merrillville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Merrillville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Merrillville has a population of 36,343 with a density of 1,094 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (45.2%), with 40.7% White, 1.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.5% of residents, while 12.5% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

36,343

Total Population

1,094

People / sq mi

41.3yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

33.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%

Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Merrillville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.5%

11% above US avg

Spanish 12.5%

7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Merrillville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merrillville is $64,791, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,768. The average weekly wage is $1,177, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 11,872 business establishments, including 1,110 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Merrillville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$64,791
	14% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,768
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,177
IRS Avg AGI	$69,524
Gini Index	0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	11.5%
	7% below US avg
Establishments (County)	11,872
County GDP	$31,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,110
Healthcare	1,376
Retail	1,546
Manufacturing	366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,190
	20% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.4 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Merrillville is $194,000, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,982, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 15,986 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,190 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$194,000
	31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$236,982
Median List Price	$262,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$262,500
$/Sq Ft	$154
Homes Sold	30
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.2%
Price Drops	35.4%
Inventory	82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,304
	12% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,527
Rent Burden	32.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	68.5%
Owner-Occupied	68.5%
Renter-Occupied	31.5%
Housing Units	15,986
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,190
	20% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.16%

In Merrillville, 42.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 38.2% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.4% report binge drinking. 28.0% are physically inactive. 19.7% report depression. 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,971. The dentist ratio is 1:1,576. 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.6%
	33% above US avg
Diabetes	14.2%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	38.2%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	5.8%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.5%
	25% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.4%
Physical Inactivity	28.0%
Depression	19.7%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	47.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.3%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,971
Dentists	1:1,576
Mental Health	1:434
Checkup Rate	79.7%
Dental Visits	53.1%
Premature Death	10,981/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	92.6%
Healthcare Facilities	1,376

Merrillville has a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 37.4 per 100,000, robbery at 54.7, rape at 43.2. The murder rate is 8.6 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,670 per 100,000, 15% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,276, burglary at 193, vehicle theft at 202 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 53 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Merrillville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Merrillville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	144.0/100K
	62% below US avg
Murder	8.6/100K
	37% above US avg
Rape	43.2/100K
Robbery	54.7/100K
Assault	37.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,670.3/100K
	15% below US avg
Burglary	193.0/100K
Theft	1,275.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	201.6/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	53
Traffic Accidents	656
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Merrillville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. The area receives 29.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 682 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.7°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	682 ft (208 m)
Area	33.2 sq mi (86.0 km²)
Population Density	1,094/sq mi
Coordinates	41.4727°N, 87.3181°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Lake County County
Nearest Airport	Gary/Chicago International (GYY) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 29.7"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.33"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0452 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	13.8 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	1.37 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	95.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	48.7 / 100
Community Resilience	73.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Very High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	132 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	112 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	56 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	118 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	118 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	114 km
Mar 15, 2025	6 km W of Dwight, Illinois	M2.6	108 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

571 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 124 fatalities, 1,992 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990	EF5	89 km	29
Jun 29, 1979	EF4	76 km	0
Jun 13, 1976	EF4	61 km	2
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	48 km	33
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	94 km	36
Apr 17, 1963	EF4	73 km	1
Jun 20, 2021	EF3	79 km	0
Jun 22, 2015	EF3	91 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	58 km	0
Oct 18, 2007	EF3	98 km	0
Oct 24, 2001	EF3	76 km	1
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	66 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF3	85 km	1
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	73 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	62 km	1
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	38 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	88 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	60 km	0
Jun 20, 1974	EF3	23 km	0
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	12 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	44 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

12 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 ac, 2019).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2019	UNNAMED	1,741	72 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,664	67 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,602	58 km
2021	NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3	978	61 km
2024	NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX	938	61 km
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	17 km
2021	UNNAMED	738	62 km
2021	MIDDLE GRANT CREEK	700	71 km
2019	UNNAMED	698	61 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	18 km
2017	UNNAMED	549	71 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	26 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.8 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.7 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.9 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.9 in
June	69°F (20°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.7 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.0 in
November	40°F (5°C)	3.3 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.6 in

Merrillville has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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Merrillville is located in Lake County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 25.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52.1% of the vote, a 5.6-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 26 public libraries serving the community. 1,376 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%

D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 5.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	53
Traffic Accidents	656
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.2%
	25% below US avg
High School+	92.2%
Graduate Degree+	8.6%
School Test Score	5.46

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,094/sq mi
Total Area	33.2 sq mi
County	Lake County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.5%
Avg Download Speed	109.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	20.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	14
Public Libraries	26
Healthcare Facilities	1,376
Restaurants	1,110
Retail Stores	1,546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.4 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	1.4%
Work from Home	8.3%

Average costs for common services in Merrillville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit	$327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit	$187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling	$233 ($140–$373)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement	$280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement	$187 ($93–$327)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair	$373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install	$6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair	$933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement	$8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense	$4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation	$467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation	$2,333 ($933–$4,665)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$140 ($70–$233)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread	$3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($47–$140)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$187 ($93–$373)

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Top Industries in Lake 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	33,182	1,358	$62,062	1.21
Retail Trade	22,724	1,514	$36,314	1.19
Manufacturing	22,497	419	$107,985	1.43
Accommodation & Food Services	20,825	1,090	$24,050	1.20
Construction	11,594	1,076	$86,002	1.15
Transportation & Warehousing	9,299	580	$62,463	1.15
Administrative & Waste Services	8,986	637	$52,483	0.80
Other Services	8,046	1,031	$44,112	1.39
Professional & Technical Services	7,851	1,488	$72,349	0.59
Finance & Insurance	4,573	694	$78,381	0.59
Arts & Entertainment	3,368	150	$32,018	1.05
Educational Services	3,009	176	$42,519	0.76
Management of Companies	2,328	72	$104,196	0.72
Real Estate	1,796	456	$59,105	0.60
Information & Technology	901	112	$75,020	0.25
Agriculture & Forestry	260	29	$33,996	0.17
Mining & Oil/Gas	75	8	$98,760	0.10

Colleges & Universities in Merrillville

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Denmark College	Private For-Profit · Certificate	259	—	—	—
Paul Mitchell the School-Merrillville	Private For-Profit · Certificate	128	—	—	—

Hospitals in Merrillville

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
REGIONAL MENTAL HEALTH CENTER	Psychiatric	—	Yes	(219) 769-4005

Schools in Merrillville

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Merrillville High School	High	2,042	125	16.3:1
Pierce Middle School	Middle	919	63	14.6:1
Merrillville Intermediate School	Middle	855	59	14.5:1
Jonas E Salk Elementary School	Elementary	587	36	16.3:1
Homer Iddings Elementary School	Elementary	488	34	14.4:1
Henry P Fieler Elementary School	Elementary	447	27	16.6:1
Edgar L Miller Elementary School	Elementary	351	24	14.6:1
John Wood Elementary School	Elementary	315	20	15.8:1
Higher Institute of Arts & Tech (Charter)	Elementary	208	20	10.4:1

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Radio Stations near Merrillville

56 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
103.5 KISS FM - WKSC-FM Chicago	pop, top 40	AAC
Super CFL Radio - Chicago,IL	"chicago's greatest hits ", 70s disco	MP3 320 kbps
WCPT 820 AM Willow Springs, IL	progressive talk	MP3 64 kbps
103.5 KISS FM WKSC Chicago	hits, hot adult contemporary	AAC
011.fm – House of Hair	80s hard rock, hair metal	MP3 192 kbps
Moody Radio WMBI 90.1 FM	—	MP3 96 kbps
Smooth Jazz WNUA Chicago	—	MP3 128 kbps
91.5 WBEZ-FM	public radio	AAC 64 kbps
Rebel Radio	—	MP3 256 kbps
107.5 WGCI	urban contemporary	AAC
Plus Radio Narodna	folk, narodna	AAC+ 64 kbps
Audio Noir	audio drama, old time radio	MP3 48 kbps
Plus Radio Klinci	kids	AAC+ 80 kbps
WDCB Jazz	jazz	MP3 128 kbps
Plus Radio '90	90s, devedesete	AAC+ 64 kbps
WLS 94.7-FM Chicago, IL	classic hits	MP3 80 kbps
Boys Town Live	dance radio	MP3 128 kbps
WMVP 1000 AM - ESPN Chicago, IL	chicago sports, live sports	MP3 64 kbps
WBEZ FM 91.5	—	AAC 64 kbps
CHIRP Radio (WCXP-LP)	independent radio, indie rock	MP3 128 kbps
fubu radio	dj, hip hop	MP3 192 kbps
Klove	gospel	AAC+ 64 kbps
WLIT 93.9 FM - Chicago, IL	aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), love songs	AAC
WCHI-HD2 Big 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL	country, new country	AAC
Smooth Jazz WNUA 95.5 Chicago, IL	oldies, smooth jazz	MP3 128 kbps
CRIS Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
93.9 WLIT-FM LITE FM	pop	AAC
WJVX/Oak Lawn-Chicago,IL	"the new sound for old memories"r'n'b hits	MP3 128 kbps
Ancient Faith Talk	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
WRTE 90.7 FM	jazz	MP3 128 kbps
Vocalo Radio	urban contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
WFMT Classical AAC 128	chicago, classical	AAC 130 kbps
WBEZ-HD2 "Vocalo Stream" Chicago, IL	chicago, community radio	MP3 128 kbps
Plus Radio Zabavna	pop, zabavna	AAC+ 96 kbps
WFMT Classical AAC 64	chicago, classical	AAC 130 kbps
Ancient Faith Music	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
Inspiration 1390	gospel	AAC
WJOB 1230 AM - 104.7 FM Hammond, IN	local talk, sports talk	MP3 128 kbps
Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago WNVR	community, entertainment	MP3 128 kbps
WSRB 106.3 FM Chicago's R&B - Lansing, IL	rap hiphop rnb, soul	AAC 64 kbps
Cosy 103.7	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
mmRadio	70s, 80s	MP3 320 kbps
Nexus Radio	—	MP3 128 kbps
Metaverse Radio Chicago	—	MP3 192 kbps
WCHI 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL	rock	AAC
WFMT Classical AAC 256	chicago, classical	AAC 258 kbps
Plus Radio Rock	rock	AAC+ 64 kbps
RebelRadio.com Chicago	hard rock, heavy metal	MP3 256 kbps
Radio Chrystusa Króla Chicago	—	MP3 160 kbps
WGN Radio 720	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Plus Radio Hit	folk, pop folk	AAC+ 64 kbps
Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago	—	MP3 128 kbps
Q101 Chicago's Alternative	alternative, alternative rock	MP3 80 kbps
Hot Wax Radio	indie	MP3 320 kbps
Plus Radio Nostalgija	pop	AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio DePaul	—	AAC+ 56 kbps

Campgrounds Near Merrillville

5 campgrounds found near Merrillville.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Chellberg Farm Picnic Shelters	5.0/5	3	$25–$50
Dunewood Campground	4.4/5	66	$25
Dunbar Group Site	4.3/5	1	$100
Central Avenue Walk-in Sites	3.4/5	5	$25
West Beach Picnic Shelters	2.0/5	8	$25

National Parks Near Merrillville

18 national parks and monuments found near Merrillville.

Park	Type	Fee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Bass Lake State Beach	State Park	Free
Calumet Park	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Channahon State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Mere State Park	State Park	Free
Indiana Dunes National Park	National Park	$20
Indiana Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Jasper Dairy Road Park	State Park	Free
Lake Park Expansion	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Potato Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Prophetstown State Park	State Park	Free
Pullman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Tippecanoe River State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Woods State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Merrillville

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	35,322	$51,389
2015	35,201	$52,810
2017	34,807	$56,330
2019	34,846	$60,803
2021	36,524	$61,230
2023	36,347	$64,791

Museums in Merrillville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
TALTREE ARBORETUM & GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2194620025	$1,344,296
LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	COURTHOUSE SQUARE SUITE 205	2196623975	$250,860
CEDAR LAKE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7408 CONSTITUTION AVENUE	2193746157	$7,297
NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2199442661	$1,499
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF MILITARY VEHICLES	GENERAL MUSEUM
CALUMET CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	760 WENTWORTH AVE	7088329390
CALUMET CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7088329390
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF CEDAR LAKE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		2193746157
DUSABLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7739470600
DYER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1 TOWN SQ	2198656108
GARY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
GARY HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2409 W 5TH AVE
GRIFFITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAMMOND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2199315100
HEBRON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2919963192
HESSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2199315100
HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF PORTER COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OGDEN DUNES INDIANA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOBART HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	706 E 4TH ST	2199420970
INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2199267561
JOHN DILLINGER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2199897770
KANKAKEE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2197662302
LAKE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2196623975
LAKE STATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LANSING HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	831 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE
NORTHWEST INDIANA RAILROAD PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTHWEST INDIANA WOMENS MUSEUM OF GARY INDIANA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	2300 - 173RD STREET
PORTAGE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5250 US HIGHWAY 6	2197628349
ROSS TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH LAKE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHEAST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7737217948
THREE-CREEKS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITING-ROBERTSDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Merrillville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LAKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	1919 WEST 81ST AVENUE	1,411,529
CALUMET CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	660 MANISTEE AVENUE	314,610
HAMMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY	564 STATE STREET	208,884
CROWN POINT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	122 NORTH MAIN STREET	201,916
EAST CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	2401 EAST COLUMBUS DRIVE	164,000
LANSING PUBLIC LIBRARY	2750 INDIANA AVENUE	159,815
LOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY	1505 EAST COMMERCIAL AVENUE	83,753
WHITING PUBLIC LIBRARY	1735 OLIVER STREET	39,853

Farmers Markets in Merrillville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Crown Point Farmers Market	South Main Street				Visit
Highland Street Market	3001 Ridge Road	06/06/2015 to 10/17/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Hobart Summer Market on the Lake	Festival Park - 111 E. Old Ridge Road	06/05/2014 to 09/04/2014	Thu: 3:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Lan-Oak Park District Farmer's Market	Ridge & Grant Street	June to August	Wed:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM;		Visit
Lowell Farmers Market	8402 W 159th Ave		Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Market of Life	3510 W 15th Ave	05/22/2020 to 07/24/2020	Fri: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Miller Beach Farmers Market	667 S Lake St	05/07/2017 to 09/24/2017	Sun: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Morgan Park (Chicago) Farmers Market	Shiloah M.B. Church lot, 92nd & Ashland				Visit
Munster Farmer's Market	1005 N Centennial Drive	05/04/2014 to 09/28/2014	Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Portage Community Farmer's Market	6300 South Founders Square Park		Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Winfield Farmers Market	10645 Randolph St.	06/29/2016 to 09/14/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Merrillville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
18th Street Brewery	Brewery	5417 Oakley Ave	2199398802	Visit
Brew and Blooms	Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	7205 Calumet Ave
Brick Brewing Co	Micro-breweries	305 Main St	2199422337
Bulldog Brewing Company	Brewery and Bar	1409 119th St	2196555284	Visit
Sporting Life Liquors	Liquor Stores, IN>Brewery, Gary, IN, Shopping & Stores, Gary Liquor Stores	4635 Melton Rd	2199381075
Three Floyds Brewery & Pub	In">brewery, In">pub, In>brewery, In>pub, Brewery, Pub, Restaurants, Indiana (in), Munster, Munster	9570 Indiana Pkwy	2199224425	Visit
Three Floyds Brewery & Pub, 3 Floyds Brewery & Pub	Pub, Brewery	9750 Indiana Pkwy	2199224425	Visit
Windmill Brewing	Brewery	2121 Gettler St	2194402189	Visit

Nursing Homes in Merrillville

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SPRING MILL HEALTH CAMPUS 101 W 87TH AVE	Government - County	53	45	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	2197560744
LINCOLNSHIRE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER 8380 VIRGINIA ST	For profit - Corporation	100	78	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	2197699009
GOLDEN LIVING CENTER-MERRILLVILLE 8800 VIRGINIA PLACE	Government - County	164	142	1/5	—	1/5	1/5	2197361310

Pharmacies in Merrillville

12 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
COSTCO	1310 EAST 79TH AVENUE	219-641-6402
CVS - 6917	5301 BROADWAY	219-884-0004
KMART	101 WEST LINCOLN HIGHWAY	219-738-1957
MEIJER	611 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 30	219-650-3764
QOL MEDS	8555 TAFT STREET	219-769-8171
SAM'S CLUB - 8174	3134 EAST 79TH AVENUE	219-947-3789
TARGET	2661 EAST UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 30	219-942-1267
UNITED STATES STEEL PHARMACY	251 WEST 84TH DRIVE	888-877-3621
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1618	2936 EAST 79TH AVENUE	219-942-8270
WALGREENS - 4750	400 WEST 81ST AVENUE	219-736-1372
WALGREENS - 6906	6097 BROADWAY	219-980-5223
WALGREENS-OPTIONCARE	9111 BROADWAY	219-736-1928

EV Charging Stations in Merrillville

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger	611 West Lincoln Highway	Tesla		10	TESLA	public
GM - Schepel Buick GMC	3209 W LINCOLN HWY	EV Connect		2	J1772COMBO	public
HYUNDAI MVL FAST - BACK LOT	8010-18 Tyler Cir	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
HYUNDAI MVL FAST -FRONT LOT	1000 81st Ave	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Merrillville Community Center	6600 Broadway	AMPUP	1		J1772	public
MONOSOL AT MERRILLVILLE	707 East 80th Place	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Southlake Nissan	4201 E Lincoln Hwy	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
Southlake Nissan	4201 E Lincoln Hwy	Non-Networked	1		J1772	private

Cell Towers in Merrillville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4024 E. 173rd Street	TOWER	91
765-1 WEST 800 SOUTH ST (99243)	MTOWER	78
765-1 WEST 800 SOUTH ST (99243)	MTOWER	78
641 JOLIET ST (53162)	LTOWER	59
641 JOLIET ST (53162)	LTOWER	59
1450 WEST 180TH LANE (61456)	LTOWER	59
1450 WEST 180TH LANE (61456)	LTOWER	59
5914 MELTON ROAD (476)	MTOWER	59
5914 MELTON ROAD (476)	MTOWER	59
402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655)	MTOWER	58
402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655)	MTOWER	58
3411 SHEFFIELD AVENUE (135932)	LTOWER	57
3411 SHEFFIELD AVENUE (135932)	LTOWER	57
6075 MELTON ROAD (61457)	LTOWER	49
6075 MELTON ROAD (61457)	LTOWER	49
10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653)	LTOWER	49
10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653)	LTOWER	49
740 RIVER DRIVE (393)	MTOWER	49
740 RIVER DRIVE (393)	MTOWER	49
4000 EAST 106TH STREET (129471)	MTOWER	48
4000 EAST 106TH STREET (129471)	MTOWER	48
9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468)	MTOWER	48
9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468)	MTOWER	48
3600 CANAL STREET (400)	MTOWER	47
3600 CANAL STREET (400)	MTOWER	47
711 TORRENCE AVENUE	TOWER	45
240 112th Street (387)	MTOWER	38
240 112th Street (387)	MTOWER	38
3810 EAST 7TH AVENUE (392)	MTOWER	37
3810 EAST 7TH AVENUE (392)	MTOWER	37
21701 TORRANCE AVE (135882)	MTOWER	31
3511 ILLINOIS ST (380)	MTOWER	31
21701 TORRANCE AVE (135882)	MTOWER	31
3511 ILLINOIS ST (380)	MTOWER	31
12100 SOUTH AVENUE (358)	MTOWER	27
12100 SOUTH AVENUE (358)	MTOWER	27

Power Plants Near Merrillville

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
LINCOLN SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-87.3	OP

Bridges in Merrillville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	96	56,252	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	96	53,256	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1966	242	50,976	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1966	242	50,976	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	153	50,976	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	153	50,976	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	111	22,387	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	225	22,175	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1984	112	20,377	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	206	13,255	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2004	199	10,846	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	237	8,998	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	67	6,146	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2012	47	5,943	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1969	50	5,302	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	2000	115	5,070	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	79	3,896	G

Amtrak Stations in Merrillville

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Dyer, IN	913 Sheffield Avenue	TRAIN
Gary, IN	100 West 4th Avenue	BUS
Hammond-Whiting, IN	1135 North Calumet Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Merrillville

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BETA STEEL	6600 U.S. HIGHWAY 12	PORTER
BETA STEEL	6600 U.S. HIGHWAY 12	PORTER
BP PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA, INC.	2815 INDIANAPOLIS BOULEVARD	LAKE
OIL TECHNOLOGY, INC./U.S. STEEL GARY	ONE NORTH BROADWAY	LAKE
PORTSIDE ENERGY CORP	6290 US HWY 12	PORTER
WHITING CLEAN ENERGY	2155 STANDARD AVENUE	LAKE

Airports Near Merrillville

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago Midway International Airport	MDW	Large Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport	ORD	Large Airport
Chicago Executive Airport	PWK	Medium Airport
Gary/Chicago International Airport	GYY	Medium Airport
Greater Kankakee Airport	IKK	Medium Airport
Michigan City Municipal Airport	MGC	Medium Airport
Porter County Municipal Airport	VPZ	Medium Airport
Alley Oop Airport	—	Small Airport
Arens Field	—	Small Airport
Benedick Airport	—	Small Airport
Benoit Airport	—	Small Airport
Berns Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airport	—	Small Airport
Bodin Airport	—	Small Airport
Braden Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Brookeridge Air Park	—	Small Airport
Bult Field	—	Small Airport
Clarence C Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Classic Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Crown Point Airfield	—	Small Airport
Culp Airport	—	Small Airport
Culp Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dietchweiler Airport	—	Small Airport
Enjoy Field	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying U Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilmore Airport	—	Small Airport
Griffith-Merrillville Airport	—	Small Airport
Gutwein Airport	—	Small Airport
Gutwein Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallmark Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawker Airport	—	Small Airport
Hobart Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Jasper County Airport	RNZ	Small Airport
Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Kankakee Airport	—	Small Airport
Kentland Municipal Airport	KKT	Small Airport
La Porte Municipal Airport	LPO	Small Airport
Lake Village Airport	—	Small Airport
Lansing Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Lou Abbett Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Lowell Airport	—	Small Airport
Loy Airport	—	Small Airport
Meadow Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Mussman Airport	—	Small Airport
Neiner Airport	—	Small Airport
Norm's Airport	—	Small Airport
Norman Airport	—	Small Airport
North West Indiana Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Orthodontic Strip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Merrillville

23 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Burnham Police Department	14450 South Manistee Avenue
Calumet City Police Department	1200 Pulaski Road
Dyer Police Department	2150 Hart Street
East Chicago Police Department	2301 East Columbus Drive
Gary Police Department	555 Polk Street
Hammond Police Department	509 Douglas Street
Hebron Police Station	611 N Main Street
Highland Police Department	3315 Ridge Road
Hobart Police Department	East 4th Street
Lake County Sheriff's Department	2293 North Main Street
Lansing Police Department	2710 East 170th Street
Lowell Police Department	1333 East Commercial Avenue
Lynwood Police Department	21460 Lincoln Highway
Merrillvilel Police Substation	5474 Broadway
Merrillville Police Department	7820 Broadway
Munster Police Department	1001 Ridge Road
NICTD Transit Police Department	5615 Indianapolis Boulevard
Purdue University Police
Sauk Village Police Department	21701 Torrence Avenue
Schererville Police Department	25 East Joliet Street
Whiting Police Department	1914 Schrage Avenue
Winfield Police Department	10645 Randolph Street
Winfield Police Department	10645 Randolph Street

Grocery Stores in Merrillville

43 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 62074 62074	Supermarket	10 W 81st St
Baby Green Family Farm	Farmers and Markets	1828 W 86th Lane
Broadway Produce	Grocery Store	8201 Taft St
Costco Wholesale 0370	Super Store	1310 E 79th Ave
CVS 10176	Other	10 E 81st Ave
Dollar Tree 2466	Other	295 W Lincoln Hwy
Dollar Tree 6159	Other	5840 Broadway
DOLLARTREE 9181	Other	1662 E 80th Ave
El Pueblito Carnes Y Vegetables LLC	Grocery Store	6635 Broadway
Family Dollar 4459	Other	7241 Taft St
Family Dollar 7334	Other	6150 Broadway
Family Express 57	Convenience Store	10099 Broadway
Family Express 60	Convenience Store	4717 W 61st Ave
Fishermen's Island Seafood Market	Other	429 W 81st Ave
Gordon Food Service Store MP025	Supermarket	1601 W 81st Ave
Lukes 216	Convenience Store	1600 E. 81st Avenue
Lukes 230	Convenience Store	721 W. Lincoln Hwy
Lukes 261	Convenience Store	4440 W 61st Ave
Lukes 273	Convenience Store	7277 Taft St
Marathon	Convenience Store	7269 Broadway
Meijer Gas Station 165	Convenience Store	505 W Lincoln Hwy
Meijer Inc 165	Super Store	611 US 30
Mobil	Convenience Store	6851 Broadway
Roop Citgo	Convenience Store	6101 Broadway
Ruler's 345	Super Store	6110 Broadway
Sam's Club 8174	Super Store	3134 E 79th Ave
Sam's Club 8174	Super Store	3134 E 79th Ave
Seafood Shack And Steak 2	Grocery Store	6016 Broadway
Speedway 6672	Convenience Store	4732 W 61st Ave
Speedway 6676	Convenience Store	3200 E 81st Ave
Speedway 6688	Convenience Store	9299 Broadway
Speedway 7523	Convenience Store	1 W 81st Ave
Speedway 7553	Convenience Store	98 W 73rd Ave
Speedway 7575	Convenience Store	4733 W 61st Ave
Strack & Van Til 8781	Supermarket	6001 Broadway
Supermercado Mi Poblanita	Grocery Store	7895 Taft St
Supermercado San Rafael Llc	Grocery Store	7303 Broadway
T & M International Market	Other	7608 Broadway
Target Store 870	Super Store	2661 E US Highway 30
Triple S Save	Convenience Store	7510 Broadway
WALGREEN'S 6906	Other	6097 Broadway
WALGREENS 4750	Other	400 W 81st Ave
Walmart 1618	Super Store	2936 E 79th Ave

Treatment Centers in Merrillville

25 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Apostolic Youth and Family Servs Inc	Substance Abuse	219-981-2937
Awakenings Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	219-791-9083
Carrie Marie Social Service Agency Inc	Substance Abuse	312-468-5336
Christian Community Health Center - Calumet City	Substance Abuse	773-233-4100
Crown Counseling LLC	Substance Abuse	219-663-6353
Dockside Services Inc	Substance Abuse	219-838-8001
Franciscan Alliance Inc - Franciscan Health Dyer	Both	800-783-7663
Fresh Start Counseling Services	Substance Abuse	219-933-7990
Fresh Start Counseling Services	Substance Abuse	219-736-5990
Fresh Start Counseling Services	Substance Abuse	219-548-9400
Great Heights OTP - Calumet City	Substance Abuse	708-862-8156
Heartland Recovery Center	Both	219-690-7025
Heartland Wellness Center	Substance Abuse	219-690-7025
HRDI/Harriet Tubman Womens - Residential Treatment	Substance Abuse	773-660-4630
Ibekie Foundation Inc	Both	219-769-4400
Indiana Center for Recovery - Outpatient Services LLC	Substance Abuse	219-327-2977
Integrative Counseling Services	Substance Abuse	219-595-5944
Northshore Health Centers	Both	219-763-8112
Porter Starke Services Inc	Both	219-762-9557
Regional Health Systems - Lakeside Counseling Center	Both	219-972-0131
Regional Health Systems - Ridgewood	Both	219-769-4005
Regional Health Systems - Stark Center	Both	219-398-7050
Regional Health Systems - Strawhun Center	Both	219-769-4005
Saint Catherine Hospital - Behavioral Health Services	Mental Health	219-392-7466
Semoran Treatment Center - Metro Treatment of Gary LP	Substance Abuse	219-938-4651

Churches & Religious Organizations in Merrillville

66 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST	PO BOX 797
BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH	5885 HARRISON ST
CATHEDRAL 1000 ENDOWMENT FUND INC	8000 MADISON ST
CATHOLIC FOUNDATION FOR THE DIOCESE OF GARY INC	9292 BROADWAY
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	8600 TAFT ST
CHIEDOZIE & AKUDO ANOKWUTE	3006 W 77TH AVE
CHIEDOZIE & AKUDO ANOKWUTE ENDOWMENT INC	3006 W 77TH AVE
CHINMAYA MISSION NORTHWEST INDIANA INC	8605 MERRILLVILLE RD
CHRIST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CHICAGO	6929 VAN BUREN ST
DEMONSTRATION NATION GLOBAL NETWORK INC	326 W 53RD PL
DESCENDING DOVE MINISTRIES INC	2542 W 61ST PL
EDGE CHURCH OF MERRILLVILLE	105 W 86TH AVE
EKKLESIA CHURCH	2230 W 78TH AVE
FAITH TEMPLE OF CHRIST	7601 WHITCOMB ST
GETHSEMANE GARDEN BAPTIST CHURCH INCORPORATED	2721 W 65TH PL
GOD STEPPED IN MINISTRIES	1050 W 54TH AVE
GOD WILL PROVIDE MINISTRIES	2730 W 60TH DR
GODS OWN INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES	PO BOX 10212
GODS PEOPLE OF PURPOSE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY INC	2646 W LINCOLN HWY SUITE D
GREATER GRACE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH INCORPORATED	269 W 57TH AVE
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN LIFESTYLE UNLIMITED	1601 W 53RD AVE
KINGDOM LIFE MINISTRIESINTERNATIONAL	930 E 52ND AVE
LA HORA DE RESTAURACION INC	7898 TAFT ST
LEGENDARY MOVEMENT CHURCH INC	5490 BROADWAY STE 100
LIFE CHURCH OUTREACH MINISTRY INC	417 W 81ST AVE STE 210
LIFE ON FIRE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	903 W 70TH PL
LIGHTHOUSE WORSHIP CHURCH	110 E 53RD AVE APT 337
LIVING FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 10921
LIVING GRACE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	2408 W 78TH AVE
LIVING HOPE CHURCH INC	9000 TAFT ST
LONNIE JARVIS MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 10624
LORD OF NATIONS CHURCH	5357 HARRISON ST
MANY MANSIONS MINISTRIES	5201 BROADWAY
MIGHTY MEN OF DAVID CORP	2624 W 85TH LN
MOMS OPERATING IN MINISTRY INCORPORATED	6401 TAFT ST
MUSTARD SEED FAITH CHURCH INC	PO BOX 10643
NEW DESTINY CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 11082
NEW EBENEZER MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	305 E 68TH PL
NEW GENERATION FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN CHURCH	426 E 61ST AVE
NORTHWEST INDIANA BAPTIST ASSOC	PO BOX 11865
NORTHWEST INDIANA CATHOLIC YOUTH ORGANIZATION	7725 BROADWAY
NORTHWEST INDIANA HINDU RELIGIOUS CENTER	8605 MERRILLVILLE RD
PENTACOSTAL BREAKTHROUGH	3155 W 64TH PL
PROTECTION OF THE VIRGIN MARY CHURCH	8600 GRAND BLVD
PURE GOSPEL MINISTRIES	PO BOX 11483
QUEEN OF ANGELS HOME EDUCATORS	557 W 57TH AVE
RE THINK CHURCH	2920 W 73RD PL
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GODFAVOUR SANCTUARY	103 W 79TH AVE
REDEEMING GRACE CHURCH INC	4166 W 77TH AVE
RENEWING THE MIND MINISTRIES	1337 W 90TH AVE APT 103
REPAIRER OF THE BREACH MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	5315 CLEVELAND LN
RESTORATION ASSEMBLY MINISTRIES	7805 TAFT ST STE G
ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC CHURCH	801 W 73RD AVE
ST ELIJAH SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH	8700 TAFT ST
ST JUDE DELIVERANCE CENTER INC	230 W 75TH PL APT 2J
ST MICHAELS BYANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH	557 W 57TH AVE
ST SAVA SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH	9191 MISSISSIPPI ST
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT MINISTRIES	PO BOX 14121
TENT OF MEETING HOLINESS MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	6953 FILLMORE DR
THE PEARL FAITH CENTER CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST INC	1730 W 54TH AVE
TRINITY DELIVERANCE CENTER INC	PO BOX 11446
TRINITY FREE METHODIST CHURCH	8650 GRAND BLVD
TRINITY MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	7950 MARSHALL ST
UNITED IN CHRIST OUTREACH MINISTRY	PO BOX 10068
UNITY A M E ZION CHURCH INC	5757 MASSACHUSETTS ST
WORLD CHANGERS INTERNATIONAL INC	2030 DOGWOOD TRL APT 2B

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merrillville

What is the population of Merrillville?

Merrillville has a population of 36,343 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,094 people per square mile, spread across 33.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Merrillville expensive to live in?

Merrillville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $64,791, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $194,000 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Merrillville safe?

Merrillville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,670 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Merrillville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Merrillville?

Merrillville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches, with 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Merrillville?

Merrillville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,177. There are 11,872 business establishments in the area, including 1,110 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Merrillville?

The median home value in Merrillville is $194,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,982. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,304. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,190.

How are the schools in Merrillville?

Schools in Merrillville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.2% of adults in Merrillville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Merrillville?

The obesity rate in Merrillville is 42.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 28.0% are physically inactive. 19.7% of residents report depression. 10.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,971.

What is transportation like in Merrillville?

The average commute in Merrillville is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Merrillville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Merrillville is 40.7% White, 45.2% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 87.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.5% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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