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Merkel, TX
Texas · Nolan County
Merkel is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,630. Residents earn $62,368 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
3.0
/5.0
B
Good
2,630
Population
939/sq mi density
$62,368
Median Income
$27,624 per capita
$99,000
Home Value
$179,483 Zillow
$992
Median Rent
18.6% income on rent
63°F
Avg Temperature
328 sunny days/yr
648
Violent Crime/100K
648 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,368 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value, $992/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
648 violent crimes/100K (71% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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Historic Markers
7
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers Near Merkel, TX
7 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Merkel, TX.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Compere Cemetery | Marker is on County Road 447, 0.2 miles south of County Road 454, on the left when traveling south. |
| Cornelia Clark Fort | (February 5, 1919 - March 21, 1943). Marker is at the intersection of Farm to Market Road 126 and Farm to Market Road 1085, on the right when traveling south on Road 126. |
| Mulberry Canyon | Marker is at the intersection of Farm to Market Road 126 and Farm to Market Road 1085, on the right when traveling south on Road 126. |
| Castle Peak | (2.6 Miles WSW). Marker is on Farm to Market Road 1235 south of County Road 302, on the right when traveling south. |
| Mountain Pass Station | (Site located 200 yards east). Marker is on County Road 351, 0.2 miles south of County Road 350, on the left when traveling south. |
| Near Site of Indian Battle | Marker is on County Road 351, 0.2 miles south of County Road 350, on the left when traveling south. |
| Vicinity of Indian Fight | Marker is on Farm to Market Road 1235 south of County Road 302, on the right when traveling south. |