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Merrimac, WI
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Merrimac, WI
At a Glance
How Merrimac Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merrimac's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merrimac a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merrimac residents earn a median household income of $102,344 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,043. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,219 business establishments, including 261 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Merrimac is $274,200 , 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $458,189. Median rent is $1,050/month, with 9.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Merrimac reports 74 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,840/100K.
Education
32.7% of adults in Merrimac hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merrimac has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.