Merton, WI

Wisconsin · Waukesha County · Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro

Merton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,495. Residents earn $168,661 per year, which is 124% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0

A Great

3,495 Population 1,053/sq mi density

$168,661 Median Income $64,071 per capita

$539,900 Home Value $625,485 Zillow

$1,148 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

76 Violent Crime/100K 869 property/100K

Overall

4.0 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$168,661 median income, 2.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$539,900 home value, $1,148/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

60.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $168,661

124% higher than US avg

Home Value $539,900

92% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 76/100K

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 60.9%

81% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,148

1% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.4%

2% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.1%

42% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.8%

94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,495

Median Age40.4 yrs

Density1,053/mi²

Male / Female52% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$168,661

Per Capita$64,071

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty0.8%

County GDP$42,030M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$539,900

Rent$1,148

Ownership97.8%

Zillow$625,485

Housing Units1,080

Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

Violent76/100K

Property869/100K

Health

Obesity31.4%

Uninsured4.7%

Smoking8.7%

Depression21.4%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain36.8 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+60.9%

High School+98.4%

Graduate+20.7%

School Score7.13

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%

Commute25 min

Broadband98.5%

EV Stations1

Libraries16

Is Merton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Merton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Merton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Merton is $168,661, which is significantly higher than the national average / 124% above $75,149. This places Merton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Merton is $539,900, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,148 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Merton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 869 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

Merton is a highly educated community / 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Merton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Merton has a population of 3,495 with a density of 1,053 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 4.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,495

Total Population

1,053

People / sq mi

40.4yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%

Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Merton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.0%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Merton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Merton is $168,661, which is 124% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $64,071 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,346. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,577 business establishments, including 875 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 20.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Merton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$168,661
	124% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$64,071
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,346
IRS Avg AGI	$118,719
Gini Index	0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.1%
	42% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.8%
	94% below US avg
Establishments (County)	14,577
County GDP	$42,030M

Business (County)

Restaurants	875
Healthcare	1,644
Retail	1,242
Manufacturing	838

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,421
	112% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.3 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Merton is $539,900, 92% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $625,485, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101.6% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,148 (1% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 97.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,080 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1999. The average annual property tax is $7,421 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$539,900
	92% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$625,485
Median List Price	$874,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$874,950
$/Sq Ft	$253
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	101.6%
Price Drops	12.5%
Inventory	8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,148
	1% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	97.8%
Owner-Occupied	97.8%
Renter-Occupied	2.2%
Housing Units	1,080
Median Year Built	1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,421
	112% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.37%

In Merton, 31.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 26.4% have high blood pressure. 8.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 24.9% report binge drinking. 16.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.4% report depression. 13.5% experience frequent mental distress. 4.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:713. The dentist ratio is 1:1,016. 97.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.4%
	2% below US avg
Diabetes	7.2%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	3.5%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.7%
	38% below US avg
Binge Drinking	24.9%
Physical Inactivity	16.4%
Depression	21.4%
Mental Distress	13.5%
Physical Distress	9.3%
Short Sleep	30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.6%
Uninsured	4.7%
	45% below US avg
Primary Care	1:713
Dentists	1:1,016
Mental Health	1:318
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	77.3%
Premature Death	5,179/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.3/10
Exercise Access	97.4%
Healthcare Facilities	1,644

Merton has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 869 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Merton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Merton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	76.0/100K
	80% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	868.6/100K
	56% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Merton experiences four distinct seasons with 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, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 974 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	46.5°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	974 ft (297 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density	1,053/sq mi
Coordinates	43.1437°N, 88.3123°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Waukesha County County
Nearest Airport	General Mitchell International (MKE) 25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"

3% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0501 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	97.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Mar 25, 2015.

Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	132 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	106 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	129 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

459 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 16 fatalities, 529 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	67 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	19 km	1
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	33 km	3
Apr 21, 1974	EF4	79 km	0
Aug 22, 1964	EF4	41 km	0
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	84 km	1
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	66 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	94 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	94 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	86 km	0
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	78 km	1
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	82 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	37 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	65 km	0
Jun 5, 1977	EF3	82 km	0
Jun 4, 1975	EF3	75 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF3	57 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF3	53 km	2
Aug 2, 1967	EF3	92 km	2
Jul 19, 1963	EF3	63 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,524 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	49 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	49 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	55 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	53 km
2024	IBSP SOUTH F1 RX	690	92 km
2006	UNNAMED	612	58 km
2007	TOWER RD 2	592	53 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	41 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	1.3 in	Coldest
February	23°F (-5°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	2.1 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.7 in
July	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.5 in
November	36°F (2°C)	2.4 in
December	24°F (-5°C)	1.8 in

Merton has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 19°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Merton is located in Waukesha County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 60.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. 20.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 7.1 out of 10, reflecting strong academic performance. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 19.8-point margin. 98.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 1,644 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	60.9%
	81% above US avg
High School+	98.4%
Graduate Degree+	20.7%
School Test Score	7.13

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,053/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi
County	Waukesha County County

Services

Broadband Access	98.5%
Avg Download Speed	153.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	12.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	1,644
Restaurants	875
Retail Stores	1,242

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.3 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	20.1%

Average costs for common services in Merton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,269
Toddler	$1,120
Preschool	$1,120
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$953
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Waukesha County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	42,071	884	$84,046	2.07
Health Care & Social Assistance	31,439	2,155	$64,294	0.88
Retail Trade	25,535	1,192	$37,593	1.03
Construction	19,496	1,456	$89,547	1.50
Accommodation & Food Services	17,400	840	$22,896	0.77
Wholesale Trade	15,578	1,290	$93,922	1.59
Professional & Technical Services	15,278	1,768	$104,486	0.89
Administrative & Waste Services	12,849	862	$50,165	0.88
Finance & Insurance	11,123	1,032	$113,876	1.11
Other Services	7,971	1,065	$48,288	1.07
Management of Companies	7,359	192	$117,213	1.76
Arts & Entertainment	4,849	246	$20,730	1.16
Educational Services	3,482	217	$38,427	0.68
Real Estate	3,478	579	$66,538	0.90
Information & Technology	2,506	206	$145,762	0.54
Mining & Oil/Gas	399	18	$80,521	0.43
Agriculture & Forestry	305	31	$39,713	0.15

Schools in Merton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Merton Primary	Elementary	560	36	15.6:1
Merton Intermediate	Middle	360	25	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Merton

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
95.5 The Bull	country	AAC
WRXS Pure Oldies 106.9 FM - Milwaukee, WI	oldies, oldies 50's/60's	MP3 64 kbps
Oldies 103.3 FM/1170 AM	oldies	AAC+ 64 kbps
WUWM 89.7 Milwaukee's NPR	news, npr	AAC 96 kbps
106.7 The Bull	country	AAC
97.3 The Game	sports	AAC
News/Talk 1130 WISN	news, talk	AAC
106.5 & 860 WNOV	urban contemporary	MP3
107.9 The Bull	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
The Big 920	sports	AAC
106.1 The Bull	country, new country	AAC
101.7 The Bull	country	AAC
92.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
98.1 The Bull	country	AAC
101.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
Ketch Radio	hits, talk	MP3 128 kbps
WYMS 88Nine Radio Milwaukee	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
FM 102/1	alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
WLUM 102.1 FM Milwaukee, WI	aaa, alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
FM106.1	country	AAC

National Parks Near Merton

32 national parks and monuments found near Merton.

Park	Type	Fee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Big Foot Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail	State Park	Free
Campbellsport Drumlin State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Eisenbahn State Trail	State Park	Free
Fischer Creek Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Hank Aaron State Trail	State Park	Free
Harbor Park Promenade	State Park	Free
Harrington Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	State Park	Free
John Michael Kohler State Park	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Park Expansion	State Park	Free
Lakeshore State Park	State Park	Free
Mascoutin Valley State Trail	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Terry Andrae State Park	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free

Museums in Merton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JOYCE PADDOCK BLISS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
MARCEIL PULTORAK ATRIUM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
WISCONSIN ARTISTS PERMANENT COLLECTION	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2625212859	$602,827
WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2625212859	$602,827
HARTFORD HISTORIC PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$418,052
RICHFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4399 PLEASANT HILL ROAD	2626282841	$166,319
ELMBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1075 PILGRIM HIGHWAY	2627824057	$151,184
AMERICAN TAPESTRY ALLIANCE	ART MUSEUM			$86,350
RETZER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2628968007	$82,109
WEST BEND SCULPTURE	ART MUSEUM		2626449600	$60,596
OCONOMOWOC HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2625690740	$51,059
OCONOMOWOC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	103 W JEFFERSON ST	2625690740	$51,059
GERMANTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	N128 W 18780 HOLLY HILL ROAD	2626283170	$35,275
STEAM LOCOMOTIVE HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$25,193
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$19,402
HAWKS INN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	426 WELLS STREET	2626464794	$15,315
MENOMONEE FALLS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	N96 W15791 COUNTY LINE RD	2625324775	$13,039
SUSSEX LISBON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	N63 W23791 MAIN STREET	2622463603	$11,829
CHRISTIAN TURCK HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUSHING HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DREAMERS CENTER FOR CREATIVE ARTS	ART MUSEUM
FIRE MUSEUM NETWORK	GENERAL MUSEUM
HARTFORD HERITAGE	HISTORY MUSEUM		2626737999
HARTFORD HERITAGE AUTO MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2626737999
HARTFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARTLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEOSHO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	115 SOUTH SCHUYLER STREET	9206253632
NEW BERLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	19885 NATIONAL AVENUE	2626438855
NORTH PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4145109029
PATRICK PRESERVATION FUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEWAUKEE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2626910233
POYNETTE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6086352024
RIDGE HISTORY PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VETERANS BELL TOWER MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAUKESHA ENGINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1101 W ST PAUL AVE	2625473311
WESTONS ANTIQUE APPLE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		2626791784

Libraries in Merton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WAUKESHA PUBLIC LIBRARY	321 WISCONSIN AVE.	441,557
GERMANTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY	N112W16957 MEQUON RD.	380,548
BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	1900 N. CALHOUN RD.	285,637
NEW BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	15105 LIBRARY LN.	177,735
PEWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	210 MAIN ST.	170,810
MENOMONEE FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	W156N8436 PILGRIM RD.	159,560
OCONOMOWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY	200 SOUTH ST.	138,301
MUSKEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	S73 W16663 JANESVILLE RD.	133,910
PAULINE HAASS PUBLIC LIBRARY	N64W23820 MAIN ST.	133,142
DELAFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	500 GENESEE ST.	119,200
JACK RUSSELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY	100 PARK AVE.	113,036
HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	110 E. PARK AVE.	79,977
ELM GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY	13600 JUNEAU BLVD.	74,141
TOWN HALL LIBRARY	N76 W31429 HWY. V V	43,718
SLINGER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	220 SLINGER RD.	40,075
BUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	12808 W. HAMPTON AVE.	21,320

Farmers Markets in Merton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brookfield Farmers Market	2000 North Calhoun Road	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Butler Farmers Market	12700 W Hampton Ave	06/02/2014 to 10/20/2014	Mon: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Delafield Farmes Market	Waukesha County City parking lot on Main Street
Dousman Farmers Market	118 S. Main St	05/01/2018 to 10/17/2018	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Farmer's Market at Piala's Nursery	S39W27833 Genesee Rd.	06/06/2013 to 10/03/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Germantown Farmers Market	Village Hill
Hartford Farmers Market	1 Block North of Highway 60 on Rural Street	May to November	Sat:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Holy Hill Art & Farm Market	4958 Hwy 167	09/20/2014 to 09/21/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM;Sun: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Market on the Hill	449 W. Wisconsin				Visit
Menomonee Falls Wednesday Farmers Market	On Main Street just West of Appleton Avenue	05/01/2013 to 11/27/2013	Wed: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM;
New Berlin Farmers Market	16300 W. National Avenue	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Oconomowoc Farmers Market	175 E. Wisconsin Avenue		Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Waukesha Farmers Market	Riverfront Plaza	May to October	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Merton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Delafield Brewhaus	American Restaurant, Bars, Beer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Re	3832 Hillside Dr	2626467821	Visit
Raised Grain Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	2244 W Bluemound Ave
Sweet Mullets Brewing Co.	Pub, Brewery, Brewery and Pub	N58W39800 Industrial Rd	2624562843	Visit

Cell Towers in Merton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
936 COUNTY HIGHWAY K (111483)	LTOWER	61
W366 S2430 Mill Pond Rd (124254)	MTOWER	61
W843 HARDING RD (78344)	LTOWER	58
5313 REDDELIEN ROAD (39499)	LTOWER	56
6217 MORGANS ROAD (38427)	MTOWER	46
3360 HIGHWAY K (111640)	MTOWER	41

Bridges in Merton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1963	22	4,000	G
Arch (Deck)	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2018	20	2,600	G
Slab	Concrete	2016	33	2,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1984	23	1,400	P
Slab	Concrete	1930	27	910	F

Superfund Sites Near Merton

12 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BRIGGS & STRATTON CORP	W156 N9000 PILGRIM RD	WAUKESHA
GENERAL CASTING CORP	706 E MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
GERMANTOWN POWER PLANT	N96 W19298 COUNTY LINE RD	WASHINGTON
GERMANTOWN POWER PLANT	N96 W19298 COUNTY LINE RD	WASHINGTON
GERMANTOWN POWER PLANT	N96 W19298 COUNTY LINE RD	WASHINGTON
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
QUAD TECH	N64 W23110 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC.	N63W23075 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC.	N63W23075 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA

Airports Near Merton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
General Mitchell International Airport	MKE	Large Airport
Kenosha Regional Airport	ENW	Medium Airport
Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Beloit Airport	—	Small Airport
Bennett Field	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Binzel Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airport	—	Small Airport
Buena Vista Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Capitol Drive Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Covered Bridge Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
Davies Airport	—	Small Airport
Der Schwarzwald Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Dougs Airport	—	Small Airport
Dinnerbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Doering Farms Airfield	—	Small Airport
Donald Alfred Gade Airport	—	Small Airport
Dutch Gap Airstrip	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Erin Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Faken Airport	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Fond du Lac County Airport	FLD	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox River Airport	—	Small Airport
Fun-Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Galt Field	—	Small Airport
Geis Field	—	Small Airport
Grand Geneva Resort Airport	XES	Small Airport
Gutzmer's Twin Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport
Ha-Rail Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartford Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Merton

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Delafield Police Dept	115 Main Street
Hartford Police Department
Lannon Police Department
Menomonee Falls Police Department
Muskego Police Department	W182S8200 Racine Avenue
Oconomowoc City Police Department
Slinger Police Department
Waukesha Police Substation

Treatment Centers in Merton

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
American Behavioral Clinics - Elm Grove Clinic	Both	414-877-4570
Childrens Wisconsin New Berlin - Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine	Mental Health	414-266-2932
Efficiency Management Consulting - DBA A Healing Center	Both	262-821-6117
Midwest Detox	Substance Abuse	414-409-5200
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
Rogers Behavioral Health - Silver Lake Outpatient Center	Substance Abuse	800-767-4411
Waukesha Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - Quality Addiction Management Inc	Substance Abuse	262-549-6600

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Frequently Asked Questions About Merton

What is the population of Merton?

Merton has a population of 3,495 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,053 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Merton expensive to live in?

Merton is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $168,661, 124% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $539,900 (92% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,148 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Merton safe?

Merton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 869 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Merton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Merton?

Merton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Merton?

The job market in Merton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,346. There are 14,577 business establishments in the area, including 875 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 20.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Merton?

The median home value in Merton is $539,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $625,485. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,148. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 97.8%. The average annual property tax is $7,421.

How are the schools in Merton?

Schools in Merton perform well, with an average test score of 7.1 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 60.9% of adults in Merton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. 20.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Merton?

The obesity rate in Merton is 31.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.7% of adults are smokers. 16.4% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression. 4.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 97.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:713.

What is transportation like in Merton?

The average commute in Merton is 25 minutes. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Merton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Merton is 93.2% White. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.1% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Hartland, WI 9,716 pop · 3.1 mi Sussex, WI 11,795 pop · 4.4 mi Nashotah, WI 1,272 pop · 6.1 mi Pewaukee, WI 8,240 pop · 6.4 mi Okauchee Lake, WI 4,827 pop · 6.5 mi Delafield, WI 7,192 pop · 6.5 mi Richfield, WI 11,806 pop · 7.7 mi Lannon, WI 1,475 pop · 7.8 mi Oconomowoc, WI 18,385 pop · 9.6 mi Menomonee Falls, WI 38,963 pop · 9.7 mi Waukesha, WI 8,479 pop · 9.9 mi Wales, WI 2,915 pop · 10.0 mi Summit, WI 4,997 pop · 10.7 mi Brookfield, WI 41,592 pop · 11.2 mi

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