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Merritt, IL

Illinois

Merritt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 75.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
75 Population 1,875/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age16.0 yrs
Density1,875/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,752
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$208M
Commute19 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries2

Is Merritt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merritt receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Merritt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Merritt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Merritt has a population of 75 with a density of 1,875 people per square mile. The median age is 16.0 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (68%), with 32% White.

Population

75
Total Population
1,875
People / sq mi
16.0yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Merritt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Merritt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merritt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Merritt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,752
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone45.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Merritt has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Coordinates39.7149°N, 90.4157°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,875/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone45.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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