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Merritt Island, FL
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Merritt Island, FL
At a Glance
How Merritt Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Merritt Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Merritt Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Merritt Island residents earn a median household income of $91,020 , which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,695. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 18,850 business establishments, including 1,318 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Merritt Island is $379,700 , 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $422,387. Median rent is $1,348/month, with 30.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Merritt Island reports 846 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 123% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,543/100K.
Education
41.8% of adults in Merritt Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Merritt Island has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 314 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.