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Merriman, NE

Nebraska

Merriman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 90. Residents earn $38,125 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
90 Population 87/sq mi density
$38,125 Median Income $25,721 per capita
$36,400 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$38,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,400 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,125
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,400
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,125
Per Capita$25,721
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$485M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units76
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.3%
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation3,262 ft (994 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute22 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries2

Is Merriman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merriman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Merriman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merriman is $38,125, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Merriman is $36,400, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Merriman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Merriman has a population of 90 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

90
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Merriman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Merriman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merriman is $38,125, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Merriman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,125
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,721
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$58,223

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare15
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Merriman is $36,400, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,400
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,133
39% below US avg
Effective Rate5.86%
In Merriman, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death9,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities15
Merriman has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,262 ft (994 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates42.9230°N, 101.6997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.2-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants27
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone29.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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