Merrick County, NE
Merrick County Map
Merrick County Overview
7,675
TOTAL POPULATION
3,895
MALE POPULATION
3,780
FEMALE POPULATION
103.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,349
PER CAPITA INCOME
$82,596
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$57,873
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
71.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,717
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,989
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Merrick County Area Codes
Race in Merrick County
The most populous races in Merrick County are White / Caucasian (7,128 | 92.9%), Hispanic or Latino (412 | 5.4%), and Two or more Races (258 | 3.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 127 | 1.7% |
| Black / African American | 5 | 0.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 412 | 5.4% |
| Native / Alaskan | 26 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,128 | 92.9% |
| Two or more Races | 258 | 3.4% |
| Some other Race | 131 | 1.7% |
| Total | 7,675 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Merrick County
The most populous ancestries reported in Merrick County are German (3,374 | 44.0%), Irish (924 | 12.0%), American (444 | 5.8%), Polish (419 | 5.5%), and English (412 | 5.4%), together accounting for 72.6% of all Merrick County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 444 | 5.8% |
| Apache | 5 | 0.1% |
| Arab | 4 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 15 | 0.2% |
| British | 34 | 0.4% |
| Burmese | 29 | 0.4% |
| Canadian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 89 | 1.2% |
| Central American Indian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 58 | 0.8% |
| Cheyenne | 2 | 0.0% |
| Crow | 1 | 0.0% |
| Cuban | 5 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 351 | 4.6% |
| Czechoslovakian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 182 | 2.4% |
| Dutch | 120 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 55 | 0.7% |
| English | 412 | 5.4% |
| European | 104 | 1.4% |
| Filipino | 29 | 0.4% |
| French | 92 | 1.2% |
| French Canadian | 5 | 0.1% |
| German | 3,374 | 44.0% |
| Guatemalan | 89 | 1.2% |
| Hungarian | 7 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 23 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 924 | 12.0% |
| Iroquois | 1 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 62 | 0.8% |
| Lithuanian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 292 | 3.8% |
| Mexican American Indian | 13 | 0.2% |
| Norwegian | 60 | 0.8% |
| Pennsylvania German | 13 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 419 | 5.5% |
| Puerto Rican | 24 | 0.3% |
| Russian | 16 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 25 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 74 | 1.0% |
| Scottish | 117 | 1.5% |
| Sioux | 38 | 0.5% |
| Slovak | 6 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 7 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 357 | 4.6% |
| Swiss | 28 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 57 | 0.7% |
| Welsh | 37 | 0.5% | View All 51 Rows |
Immigrants in Merrick County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Merrick County came from Latin America (138 | 1.8%), Central America (134 | 1.8%), Mexico (112 | 1.5%), Asia (109 | 1.4%), and India (57 | 0.7%), together accounting for 7.2% of all Merrick County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 109 | 1.4% |
| Caribbean | 4 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 134 | 1.8% |
| China | 52 | 0.7% |
| Cuba | 4 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 52 | 0.7% |
| El Salvador | 2 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 17 | 0.2% |
| Guatemala | 20 | 0.3% |
| India | 57 | 0.7% |
| Latin America | 138 | 1.8% |
| Mexico | 112 | 1.5% |
| Northern Europe | 17 | 0.2% |
| South Central Asia | 57 | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | 29 | 0.4% | View All 15 Rows |
Sex and Age in Merrick County
Sex and Age in Merrick County
The most populous age groups in Merrick County are 55 to 59 Years (361 | 9.3%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (269 | 7.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 249 (6.4%) | 191 (5.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 192 (4.9%) | 249 (6.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 272 (7.0%) | 230 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 252 (6.5%) | 206 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 174 (4.5%) | 223 (5.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 242 (6.2%) | 260 (6.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 227 (5.8%) | 182 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 219 (5.6%) | 185 (4.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 199 (5.1%) | 239 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 226 (5.8%) | 198 (5.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 265 (6.8%) | 216 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 361 (9.3%) | 260 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 239 (6.1%) | 269 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 295 (7.6%) | 244 (6.5%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 184 (4.7%) | 206 (5.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 152 (3.9%) | 158 (4.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 63 (1.6%) | 116 (3.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 84 (2.2%) | 148 (3.9%) |
| Total | 3,895 (100.0%) | 3,780 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Merrick County
Median Family Size in Merrick County
The median family size in Merrick County is 3.01 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,653 | 82.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (261 | 13.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,653 (82.8%) | 3.03 |
| Single Male/Father | 82 (4.1%) | 3.02 |
| Single Female/Mother | 261 (13.1%) | 2.85 |
| Total Families | 1,996 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Merrick County
The median household size in Merrick County is 2.37 persons per household, with single male/father households (82 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (1,179 | 37.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,653 (52.1%) | 3.04 |
| Single Male/Father | 82 (2.6%) | 3.52 |
| Single Female/Mother | 261 (8.2%) | 3.36 |
| Non-family | 1,179 (37.1%) | 1.15 |
| Total Households | 3,175 (100.0%) | 2.37 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Merrick County
Out of a total of 3,175 households in Merrick County, 1,996 (62.9%) are family households, while 1,179 (37.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,008, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 985.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 985 (31.0%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,008 (31.8%) | 192 (6.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 425 (13.4%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 316 (10.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 182 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 47 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 18 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,996 (62.9%) | 1,179 (37.1%) |
Female Fertility in Merrick County
Fertility by Age in Merrick County
Average fertility rate in Merrick County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 119.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 98.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 79 (98.8%) | 119.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (1.3%) | 2.0 |
| Total | 80 (100.0%) | 52.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Merrick County
67.5% of women with births (80) in Merrick County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 32.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 53 (67.1%) | 26 (32.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 54 (67.5%) | 26 (32.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Merrick County
Average fertility rate in Merrick County is 52.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 97.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 6.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 50.0% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 2 (2.5%) | 9.0 |
| High School Diploma | 2 (2.5%) | 6.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 40 (50.0%) | 66.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26 (32.5%) | 97.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (12.5%) | 88.0 |
| Total | 80 (100.0%) | 52.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Merrick County
32.5% of women with births in Merrick County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 16 (40.0%) | 24 (60.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 54 (67.5%) | 26 (32.5%) |
Income in Merrick County
Income Overview in Merrick County
Per Capita Income in Merrick County is $31,349, while median incomes of families and households are $82,596 and $57,873 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 7,675 | $31,349 |
| Median Family Income | 1,996 | $82,596 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,996 | $93,186 |
| Median Household Income | 3,175 | $57,873 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,175 | $73,169 |
| Income Deficit | 1,996 | $8,717 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 7,675 | 28.36% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 7,675 | 71.64¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 7,675 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Merrick County
Average Earnings in Merrick County are $35,793, $41,296 for men and $29,583 for women, a difference of 28.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,359 (54.4%) | $41,296 |
| Female | 1,975 (45.6%) | $29,583 |
| Total | 4,334 (100.0%) | $35,793 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Merrick County
The most common earnings brackets in Merrick County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (292 | 12.4%) and $15,000 to $17,499 for women (157 | 8.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 193 (8.2%) | 124 (6.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 127 (5.4%) | 66 (3.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 60 (2.5%) | 113 (5.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 54 (2.3%) | 49 (2.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 36 (1.5%) | 111 (5.6%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 20 (0.9%) | 66 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 60 (2.5%) | 157 (8.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 74 (3.1%) | 83 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 27 (1.1%) | 79 (4.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 137 (5.8%) | 61 (3.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 69 (2.9%) | 86 (4.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 170 (7.2%) | 99 (5.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 96 (4.1%) | 138 (7.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 135 (5.7%) | 149 (7.5%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 195 (8.3%) | 90 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 103 (4.4%) | 96 (4.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 220 (9.3%) | 84 (4.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 123 (5.2%) | 126 (6.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 292 (12.4%) | 150 (7.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 168 (7.1%) | 48 (2.4%) |
| Total | 2,359 (100.0%) | 1,975 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Merrick County
Average earnings in Merrick County are $46,073 for men and $35,497 for women, a difference of 23.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,750, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,958. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $71,341, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $15,833.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $34,958 | $17,395 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $50,286 | $34,803 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $78,750 | $46,719 |
| Graduate Degree | $61,786 | $71,341 |
| Total | $46,073 | $35,497 |
Family Income in Merrick County
Family Income Brackets in Merrick County
According to the Merrick County family income data, there are 419 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 20 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 22 | 1.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 20 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 104 | 5.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 118 | 5.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 261 | 13.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 365 | 18.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 389 | 19.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 419 | 21.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 216 | 10.8% |
| $200,000+ | 80 | 4.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Merrick County
6-person families (36 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Merrick County with $177,955 per family, while 2-person families (1,098 | 55.0%) have the highest median income of $34,239 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,098 (55.0%) | $68,478 |
| 3-Person Families | 362 (18.1%) | $98,523 |
| 4-Person Families | 322 (16.1%) | $97,500 |
| 5-Person Families | 160 (8.0%) | $91,389 |
| 6-Person Families | 36 (1.8%) | $177,955 |
| 7+ Person Families | 18 (0.9%) | $91,944 |
| Total | 1,996 (100.0%) | $82,596 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Merrick County
The median family income in Merrick County is $82,596, with families comprising 3+ earners (202) having the highest median family income of $109,615, while families with 1 earner (501) have the lowest median family income of $55,809, accounting for 10.1% and 25.1% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 259 (13.0%) | $59,063 |
| 1 Earner | 501 (25.1%) | $55,809 |
| 2 Earners | 1,034 (51.8%) | $97,105 |
| 3+ Earners | 202 (10.1%) | $109,615 |
| Total | 1,996 (100.0%) | $82,596 |
Household Income in Merrick County
Household Income Brackets in Merrick County
With 546 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Merrick County, accounting for 17.2% of all households. In contrast, only 79 households (2.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 238 | 7.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 86 | 2.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 333 | 10.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 203 | 6.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 508 | 16.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 546 | 17.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 454 | 14.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 505 | 15.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 222 | 7.0% |
| $200,000+ | 79 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Merrick County
The median household income in Merrick County is $57,873, with the highest median household income of $71,607 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 943 households (29.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,250, with 94 households (3.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 94 (3.0%) | $38,250 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 943 (29.7%) | $71,607 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,113 (35.1%) | $58,750 |
| 65+ Years | 1,025 (32.3%) | $46,005 |
| Total | 3,175 (100.0%) | $57,873 |
Poverty in Merrick County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Merrick County
With 11.6% poverty level for males and 8.9% for females among the residents of Merrick County, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 60 males (24.1%) and 13 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 60 (24.1%) | 11 (5.8%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (10.9%) | 13 (33.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 53 (20.4%) | 38 (13.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (2.8%) | 4 (2.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (7.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 6 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 54 (22.3%) | 2 (0.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 41 (8.9%) | 58 (13.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 17 (4.1%) | 59 (13.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 16 (3.3%) | 53 (13.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 97 (16.3%) | 22 (4.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 28 (6.0%) | 33 (7.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (21.2%) | 32 (8.4%) |
| Total | 444 (11.6%) | 328 (8.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Merrick County
According to the poverty statistics in Merrick County, males aged 15 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 189 (75.9%) | 180 (94.2%) |
| 5 Years | 49 (89.1%) | 26 (66.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 207 (79.6%) | 240 (86.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 138 (97.2%) | 152 (97.4%) |
| 15 Years | 38 (100.0%) | 37 (92.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 128 (95.5%) | 90 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 188 (77.7%) | 283 (99.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 421 (91.1%) | 384 (86.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 400 (95.9%) | 365 (86.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 470 (96.7%) | 353 (87.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 498 (83.7%) | 507 (95.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 441 (94.0%) | 401 (92.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 231 (78.8%) | 348 (91.6%) |
| Total | 3,398 (88.4%) | 3,366 (91.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Merrick County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Merrick County show that 2.2% or 37 of the total 1,653 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 10.3%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,049 (98.5%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 424 (98.8%) | 5 (1.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 139 (89.7%) | 16 (10.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,616 (97.8%) | 37 (2.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Merrick County
According to the poverty data in Merrick County, 12.2% or 10 single-father households and 25.7% or 67 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (25.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (64.5%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (25.8%) | 47 (27.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (9.5%) | 20 (64.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (12.2%) | 67 (25.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Merrick County
The poverty data for Merrick County shows that 37 of the married-couple family households (2.2%) and 77 of the single-parent households (22.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (10.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 household (42.3%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 16 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 5 (1.2%) | 55 (26.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 16 (10.3%) | 22 (42.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 37 (2.2%) | 77 (22.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in Merrick County
Employment by Class of Employer in Merrick County
Among the 3,800 employed individuals in Merrick County, private company employees (2,261 | 59.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (520 | 13.7%), and local government employees (416 | 11.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,261 | 59.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 222 | 5.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 520 | 13.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 266 | 7.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 416 | 11.0% |
| State Government Employees | 57 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 57 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 1 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,800 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Merrick County
According to the labor force statistics for Merrick County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,214), 64.2% or 3,989 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 20 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 96.3% or 394 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 2.7% or 10 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 200 (52.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 300 (75.6%) | 3 (1.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 371 (73.9%) | 10 (2.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 394 (96.3%) | 3 (0.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 735 (87.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 734 (81.1%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 516 (83.1%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 368 (72.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 321 (34.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 53 (7.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,989 (64.2%) | 20 (0.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Merrick County
According to labor force statistics for Merrick County, 82.3% of individuals (3,117) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,787) are in the labor force, with 0.5% or 16 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 96.1% or 710 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.2% or 3 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 95 (69.9%) | 4 (3.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 930 (71.3%) | 14 (1.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,383 (86.0%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 710 (96.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,117 (82.3%) | 19 (0.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Merrick County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Merrick County are Management (630 | 15.9%), Community & Social Service (436 | 11.0%), Education Instruction & Library (281 | 7.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (267 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (147 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Merrick County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (70.8%), Management (67.6%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (53.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (92.1%), and Health Technologists (91.9%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 426 (67.6%) | 204 (32.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 63 (42.9%) | 84 (57.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 42 (42.0%) | 58 (58.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 17 (28.3%) | 43 (71.7%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 8 (50.0%) | 8 (50.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 17 (70.8%) | 7 (29.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 85 (19.5%) | 351 (80.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 12 (14.8%) | 69 (85.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 37 (13.2%) | 244 (86.8%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 36 (53.7%) | 31 (46.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 21 (7.9%) | 246 (92.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 10 (8.1%) | 114 (91.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 637 (40.3%) | 943 (59.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Merrick County are Food Preparation & Serving (189 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (147 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (83 | 2.1%), Personal Care & Service (65 | 1.6%), and Security & Protection (54 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Merrick County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (81.5%), and Food Preparation & Serving (67.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 61 (32.3%) | 128 (67.7%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 61 (73.5%) | 22 (26.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 12 (18.5%) | 53 (81.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 188 (34.9%) | 350 (65.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Merrick County are Office & Administration (404 | 10.2%), and Sales & Related (315 | 7.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 166 (52.7%) | 149 (47.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 81 (20.1%) | 323 (79.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 247 (34.4%) | 472 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Merrick County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (249 | 6.3%), Construction & Extraction (144 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (107 | 2.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 92 (86.0%) | 15 (14.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 143 (99.3%) | 1 (0.7%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 249 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 484 (96.8%) | 16 (3.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Merrick County are Production (234 | 5.9%), Transportation (229 | 5.8%), and Material Moving (173 | 4.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 186 (79.5%) | 48 (20.5%) |
| Transportation | 198 (86.5%) | 31 (13.5%) |
| Material Moving | 152 (87.9%) | 21 (12.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 536 (84.3%) | 100 (15.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Merrick County
Employment Industries in Merrick County
The major employment industries in Merrick County include Health Care & Social Assistance (625 | 15.7%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (451 | 11.4%), Manufacturing (432 | 10.9%), Retail Trade (396 | 10.0%), and Educational Services (318 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Merrick County
The Merrick County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (98.7%), and Utilities (95.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (92.5%), Finance & Insurance (83.2%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (79.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 394 (87.4%) | 57 (12.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 224 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 335 (77.5%) | 97 (22.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 99 (83.9%) | 19 (16.1%) |
| Retail Trade | 247 (62.4%) | 149 (37.6%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 139 (79.4%) | 36 (20.6%) |
| Utilities | 20 (95.2%) | 1 (4.8%) |
| Information | 37 (77.1%) | 11 (22.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 49 (16.8%) | 242 (83.2%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 6 (20.7%) | 23 (79.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 43 (34.1%) | 83 (65.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 29 (45.3%) | 35 (54.7%) |
| Educational Services | 70 (22.0%) | 248 (78.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 47 (7.5%) | 578 (92.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 52 (71.2%) | 21 (28.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 68 (36.0%) | 121 (64.0%) |
| Public Administration | 131 (54.4%) | 110 (45.6%) |
| Total | 2,092 (52.7%) | 1,881 (47.3%) |
Education in Merrick County
School Enrollment in Merrick County
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,677 students in Merrick County are middle school (441 | 26.3%), high school (424 | 25.3%), and elementary school (301 | 17.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 148 | 8.8% |
| Kindergarten | 70 | 4.2% |
| Elementary School | 301 | 17.9% |
| Middle School | 441 | 26.3% |
| High School | 424 | 25.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 244 | 14.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 49 | 2.9% |
| Total | 1,677 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Merrick County
Out of a total of 1,677 students who are enrolled in schools in Merrick County, 263 (15.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,414 (84.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 47 (50.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 143 (97.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 54 (75.0%) | 18 (25.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 350 (81.0%) | 82 (19.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 442 (88.6%) | 57 (11.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 259 (89.0%) | 32 (11.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 143 (97.3%) | 4 (2.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 83 (83.8%) | 16 (16.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 46 (49.5%) | 47 (50.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 37 (84.1%) | 7 (15.9%) |
| Total | 1,414 (84.3%) | 263 (15.7%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Merrick County
Education (334 | 33.4%), business (237 | 23.7%), science & technology (104 | 10.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (94 | 9.4%), and arts & humanities (48 | 4.8%) are the most common fields of study among 1,001 individuals in Merrick County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 4 | 0.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 94 | 9.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 15 | 1.5% |
| Psychology | 47 | 4.7% |
| Social Sciences | 21 | 2.1% |
| Engineering | 12 | 1.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 104 | 10.4% |
| Business | 237 | 23.7% |
| Education | 334 | 33.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 14 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 28 | 2.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 36 | 3.6% |
| Communications | 7 | 0.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 48 | 4.8% |
| Total | 1,001 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Merrick County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Merrick County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Merrick County are males with 2 vehicles (637, accounting for 32.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (484, making up 35.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 5 (0.3%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 164 (8.2%) | 270 (15.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 637 (32.0%) | 484 (27.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 456 (22.9%) | 449 (25.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 388 (19.5%) | 408 (22.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 340 (17.1%) | 180 (10.0%) |
| Total | 1,990 (100.0%) | 1,795 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Merrick County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Merrick County are 5 to 9 minutes (591 commuters, 16.3%), less than 5 minutes (541 commuters, 14.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (447 commuters, 12.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 541 | 14.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 591 | 16.3% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 447 | 12.3% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 358 | 9.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 388 | 10.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 285 | 7.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 425 | 11.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 90 | 2.5% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 111 | 3.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 200 | 5.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 61 | 1.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 122 | 3.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Merrick County
The most common commute times in Merrick County are less than 5 minutes (332 commuters, 17.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (270 commuters, 16.1%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 332 (17.1%) | 209 (12.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 321 (16.6%) | 270 (16.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 254 (13.1%) | 193 (11.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 193 (10.0%) | 165 (9.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 149 (7.7%) | 239 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 127 (6.6%) | 158 (9.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 234 (12.1%) | 191 (11.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 32 (1.7%) | 58 (3.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 53 (2.7%) | 58 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 126 (6.5%) | 74 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 36 (1.9%) | 25 (1.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 82 (4.2%) | 40 (2.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Merrick County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Merrick County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (363, 18.7%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (385, 22.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 77 (4.0%) | 44 (2.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 118 (6.1%) | 37 (2.2%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 139 (7.2%) | 151 (9.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 174 (9.0%) | 124 (7.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 192 (9.9%) | 110 (6.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 267 (13.8%) | 251 (14.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 363 (18.7%) | 385 (22.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 273 (14.1%) | 169 (10.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 83 (4.3%) | 61 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 40 (2.1%) | 88 (5.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 25 (1.3%) | 44 (2.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 8 (0.4%) | 36 (2.1%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 62 (3.2%) | 80 (4.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 118 (6.1%) | 100 (5.9%) |
| Total | 1,939 (100.0%) | 1,680 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Merrick County
Occupancy by Ownership in Merrick County
Of the total 3,175 dwellings in Merrick County, owner-occupied units account for 2,501 (78.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 674 (21.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,501 | 78.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 674 | 21.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Merrick County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 985 | 31.0% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,200 | 37.8% |
| 3-Person Household | 427 | 13.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 563 | 17.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Merrick County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 679 (68.9%) | 306 (31.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 999 (83.3%) | 201 (16.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 343 (80.3%) | 84 (19.7%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 480 (85.3%) | 83 (14.7%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,501 (78.8%) | 674 (21.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Merrick County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 141 (67.1%) | 69 (32.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 856 (75.3%) | 281 (24.7%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,113 (81.9%) | 246 (18.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 391 (83.4%) | 78 (16.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Merrick County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 578 | 18.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 459 | 14.5% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 488 | 15.4% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 625 | 19.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 571 | 18.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 302 | 9.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 152 | 4.8% |
| Total | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Merrick County
Median Income by Occupancy in Merrick County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,501 (78.8%) | $69,875 |
| Renter-Occupied | 674 (21.2%) | $32,365 |
| Average | 3,175 (100.0%) | $57,873 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Merrick County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 80 (3.2%) | 53 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 97 (3.9%) | 8 (1.2%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 (1.3%) | 53 (7.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 98 (3.9%) | 135 (20.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 81 (3.2%) | 19 (2.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 116 (4.6%) | 88 (13.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 407 (16.3%) | 100 (14.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 416 (16.6%) | 129 (19.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 412 (16.5%) | 42 (6.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 458 (18.3%) | 47 (7.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 303 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,501 (100.0%) | 674 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Merrick County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 106 (4.2%) | 8 (1.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 438 (17.5%) | 74 (11.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 625 (25.0%) | 309 (45.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 288 (11.5%) | 80 (11.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 631 (25.2%) | 130 (19.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 189 (7.6%) | 14 (2.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 90 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 41 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 93 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,501 (100.0%) | 674 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Merrick County
Housing Structures in Merrick County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,746 | 86.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 110 | 3.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 38 | 1.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 139 | 4.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 48 | 1.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 94 | 3.0% |
| Total | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Merrick County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,386 (86.9%) | 360 (13.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 57 (51.8%) | 53 (48.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 139 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 58 (61.7%) | 36 (38.3%) |
| Total | 2,501 (78.8%) | 674 (21.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Merrick County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 15 (0.6%) | 83 (12.3%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 46 (1.8%) | 40 (5.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 600 (24.0%) | 365 (54.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 968 (38.7%) | 125 (18.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 872 (34.9%) | 61 (9.0%) |
| Total | 2,501 (100.0%) | 674 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Merrick County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 902 (36.1%) | 191 (28.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 442 (17.7%) | 110 (16.3%) |
| Electricity | 1,041 (41.6%) | 363 (53.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 14 (0.6%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 90 (3.6%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 12 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,501 (100.0%) | 674 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Merrick County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 15 (0.6%) | 72 (10.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 427 (17.1%) | 279 (41.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 856 (34.2%) | 154 (22.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,203 (48.1%) | 169 (25.1%) |
| Total | 2,501 (100.0%) | 674 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Merrick County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Merrick County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,256 | 1,245 |
| Median Property Value | $160,700 | $157,800 |
| Median Household Income | $55,833 | $143 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $542 | $93 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,067 | $22 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Merrick County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 163 (13.0%) | 73 (5.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 193 (15.4%) | 265 (21.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 629 (50.1%) | 688 (55.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 128 (10.2%) | 100 (8.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 116 (9.2%) | 75 (6.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 23 (1.8%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 4 (0.3%) | 22 (1.8%) |
| Total | 1,256 (100.0%) | 1,245 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Merrick County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 106 (8.4%) | 32 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 163 (13.0%) | 71 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 73 (5.8%) | 49 (3.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 218 (17.4%) | 43 (3.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 189 (15.0%) | 189 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 196 (15.6%) | 227 (18.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 151 (12.0%) | 216 (17.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 160 (12.7%) | 307 (24.7%) |
| Total | 1,256 (100.0%) | 1,245 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Merrick County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 459 (36.5%) | 79,179 (6,359.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 275 (21.9%) | 580 (46.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 116 (9.2%) | 196 (15.7%) |
| 4.0x or more | 396 (31.5%) | 106 (8.5%) |
| Total | 1,256 (100.0%) | 1,245 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Merrick County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 154 (12.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 277 (22.1%) | 61 (4.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 765 (60.9%) | 341 (27.4%) |
| Total | 1,256 (100.0%) | 1,245 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Merrick County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merrick County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 505 (94.6%) | 29 (5.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,180 (93.7%) | 79 (6.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 496 (87.0%) | 74 (13.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 631 (81.4%) | 144 (18.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 788 (93.7%) | 53 (6.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 753 (84.4%) | 139 (15.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 978 (87.0%) | 146 (13.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 903 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 673 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,907 (91.2%) | 664 (8.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Merrick County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 505 (94.6%) | 29 (5.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,180 (93.7%) | 79 (6.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 496 (87.0%) | 74 (13.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Merrick County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 727 (86.1%) | 117 (13.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,210 (86.2%) | 194 (13.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,196 (92.4%) | 99 (7.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,246 (90.4%) | 133 (9.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,496 (95.4%) | 121 (4.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merrick County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 129 (24.2%) | 376 (70.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 277 (22.0%) | 967 (76.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 100 (17.5%) | 404 (70.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 130 (16.8%) | 517 (66.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 121 (14.4%) | 705 (83.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 57 (6.4%) | 719 (80.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 202 (18.0%) | 858 (76.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 890 (98.6%) | 626 (69.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 673 (100.0%) | 456 (67.8%) |
| Total | 2,579 (34.1%) | 5,628 (74.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Merrick County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 37 (5.8%) | 42 (6.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 88 (12.4%) | 89 (12.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 232 (15.5%) | 279 (20.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 134 (28.6%) | 102 (23.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 176 (60.1%) | 162 (42.6%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Merrick County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 94 (6.3%) | 8 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 93 (19.8%) | 19 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 134 (45.7%) | 26 (6.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 5 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.3%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 51 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 8 (1.7%) | 26 (6.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 11 (3.7%) | 30 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 36 (5.7%) | 34 (5.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 84 (11.8%) | 77 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 103 (6.9%) | 104 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (5.1%) | 32 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (7.5%) | 39 (10.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (1.0%) | 33 (4.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 112 (7.5%) | 170 (12.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 32 (6.8%) | 80 (18.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 57 (19.5%) | 85 (22.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (3.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (1.0%) | 32 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (2.3%) | 14 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (3.0%) | 27 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 73 (24.9%) | 10 (2.6%) |
Technology Access in Merrick County
Computing Device Access in Merrick County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,179 | 68.6% |
| Smartphone | 2,518 | 79.3% |
| Tablet | 1,812 | 57.1% |
| No Computing Device | 345 | 10.9% |
| Total | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Merrick County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 15 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 1,808 | 56.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 478 | 15.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 444 | 14.0% |
| No Internet | 509 | 16.0% |
| Total | 3,175 | 100.0% |
Merrick County Summary
Merrick County is located in the state of Nebraska in the Midwestern United States. It is bordered by Platte County to the north, Hamilton County to the east, Hall County to the south, and Buffalo County to the west. The county seat is Central City. As of the 2010 census, the population was 7,707.
History
Merrick County was established in 1855 and named after William Merrick, a prominent Nebraska politician. The county was originally part of Platte County, but was split off in 1855. The first settlers arrived in the area in the late 1850s, and the county was officially organized in 1871.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with the majority of the population living on farms. The county was also home to several small towns, including Central City, which was established in 1871 and became the county seat.
Geography
Merrick County covers an area of 576 square miles. The county is located in the central part of the state, and is bordered by Platte County to the north, Hamilton County to the east, Hall County to the south, and Buffalo County to the west.
The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the western part of the county. The Platte River runs through the county, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the area.
Economy
The economy of Merrick County is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the majority of the population is employed in the agricultural sector.
The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The county is home to several small towns, including Central City, which is the county seat.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Merrick County was 7,707. The population is largely white (96.2%), with small percentages of African American (1.2%), Native American (0.5%), Asian (0.3%), and other races (1.8%).
The median household income in the county is $50,945, and the median family income is $60,945. The per capita income is $25,945. The unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Conclusion
Merrick County is a rural county located in the state of Nebraska. It is bordered by Platte County to the north, Hamilton County to the east, Hall County to the south, and Buffalo County to the west. The county seat is Central City. The economy of Merrick County is largely based on agriculture, and the population is largely white. The median household income in the county is $50,945, and the unemployment rate is 3.2%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Merrick County?
Total Population of Merrick County is 7,675.
What is the Total Male Population of Merrick County?
Total Male Population of Merrick County is 3,895.
What is the Total Female Population of Merrick County?
Total Female Population of Merrick County is 3,780.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Merrick County?
There are 103.04 Males per 100 Females in Merrick County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Merrick County?
There are 97.05 Females per 100 Males in Merrick County.
What is the Median Population Age in Merrick County?
Median Population Age in Merrick County is 43.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Merrick County
Average Family Size in Merrick County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Merrick County
Average Household Size in Merrick County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Merrick County?
Per Capita income in Merrick County is $31,349.
What is the Median Family Income in Merrick County?
Median Family Income in Merrick County is $82,596.
What is the Median Household income in Merrick County?
Median Household Income in Merrick County is $57,873.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Merrick County?
Income or Wage Gap in Merrick County is 28.4%.
Women in Merrick County earn 71.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Merrick County?
Family Income Deficit in Merrick County is $8,717.
Families that are below poverty line in Merrick County earn $8,717 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Merrick County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Merrick County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Merrick County?
There are 3,989 People in the Labor Forcein in Merrick County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Merrick County?
64.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Merrick County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Merrick County?
Unemployment Rate in Merrick County is 0.5%.