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North Merritt Island, FL
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North Merritt Island, FL
At a Glance
How North Merritt Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Merritt Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Merritt Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Merritt Island residents earn a median household income of $113,897 , which is 52% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,425. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% 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 North Merritt Island is $495,400 , 76% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $292,995. Median rent is $1,328/month, with 34.8% 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 1995.
Safety & Crime
North Merritt Island reports 1,810 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 376% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,299/100K.
Education
37.0% of adults in North Merritt Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
North 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.