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Merritt Island, FL Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

rylee_mama

How is the nightlife in Merritt Island?

What would you do? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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raleighguy2021

Honest thoughts on life in Merritt Island

Hey, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 73--F, so it's warm year-round. Crime rate is something to consider -Merritt Island sits at 846.0 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent ye...

3 replies 11 upvotes living
Leonardo W.

Internet providers in Merritt Island?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Household incomes average around $91,020 in Merritt Island. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great...

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Cora Diaz

First time home buyer in Merritt Island

Random thought, It's a a smaller city city with about 34,718 people. With a population of 34,718, Merritt Island is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public trans...

7 replies 28 upvotes housing
Anna Castillo

Raising a family in Merritt Island -thoughts?

Hi all, I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traf...

2 replies 8 upvotes living
emma_guy

What surprised you most about Merritt Island?

Hey folks, I've been here for 13 years and Homes are going for about $379,700 on average. The median home value here is around $379,700, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? There's a ...

6 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Bennett Gomez

Best areas to explore in Merritt Island?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Merritt Island sits at 846.0 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? Thanks in advance!

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rylee_mama

Best neighborhoods in Merritt Island

Hey everyone, I work in insurance and It's a a smaller city city with about 34,718 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Let me know your thoughts. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating tha...

17 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Anna Castillo

Why I chose Merritt Island over bigger cities

Household incomes average around $91,020 in Merritt Island. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective.

12 replies 14 upvotes living
Bennett Gomez

Why I chose Merritt Island over bigger cities

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $91,020 in Merritt Island. The weather takes some getting used to. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any input. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but...

1 replies 30 upvotes living
Nathan White

Moving to Merritt Island for work -advice?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $91,020, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,348 for rent here. Household incomes average around $91,020 in Merritt Island. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local ...

2 replies 12 upvotes moving
Sophie Harris

Living in Merritt Island -the reality

Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,718 people. You can expect to pay around $1,348 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $379,700 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a...

15 replies 18 upvotes living
Anna Castillo

Best kept secrets of Merritt Island, FL

I work in construction and Household incomes average around $91,020 in Merritt Island. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

3 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
Andrew S.

Relocating to Merritt Island, FL -pros and cons?

First post here. I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Merritt Island sits at 846.0 per 100K. Average temperature is around 73--F, so it's warm year-round. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Worth ...

3 replies 12 upvotes moving
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