Merritt Park, NY

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Merritt Park Overview

1,879
TOTAL POPULATION
953
MALE POPULATION
926
FEMALE POPULATION
102.92
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.17
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$60,622
PER CAPITA INCOME
$151,818
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$120,972
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,015
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Merritt Park

The most populous races in Merritt Park are White / Caucasian (1,315 | 70.0%), Asian (359 | 19.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (128 | 6.8%).
Race in Merritt Park
Race# Population% Population
Asian35919.1%
Black / African American985.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1286.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,31570.0%
Two or more Races864.6%
Some other Race211.1%
Total1,879100.0%

Ancestry in Merritt Park

The most populous ancestries reported in Merritt Park are Irish (489 | 26.0%), Italian (467 | 24.8%), Burmese (180 | 9.6%), German (152 | 8.1%), and Polish (120 | 6.4%), together accounting for 74.9% of all Merritt Park residents.
Ancestry in Merritt Park
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1055.6%
Austrian70.4%
Bhutanese402.1%
Brazilian914.8%
British140.7%
British West Indian733.9%
Burmese1809.6%
Czech150.8%
Dominican170.9%
Dutch60.3%
Eastern European150.8%
English995.3%
European211.1%
French90.5%
French Canadian60.3%
German1528.1%
Guyanese442.3%
Hungarian251.3%
Indian (Asian)211.1%
Indonesian402.1%
Irish48926.0%
Italian46724.8%
Mexican181.0%
Norwegian90.5%
Polish1206.4%
Puerto Rican935.0%
Russian181.0%
Slavic90.5%
Swedish50.3%
Thai784.2%
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Immigrants in Merritt Park

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Merritt Park came from Asia (244 | 13.0%), Eastern Asia (166 | 8.8%), Latin America (135 | 7.2%), Korea (119 | 6.3%), and Caribbean (69 | 3.7%), together accounting for 39.0% of all Merritt Park residents.
Immigrants in Merritt Park
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia24413.0%
Brazil221.2%
Canada60.3%
Caribbean693.7%
China211.1%
Eastern Asia1668.8%
Eastern Europe120.6%
England60.3%
Europe351.9%
Guyana442.3%
India512.7%
Italy90.5%
Japan261.4%
Korea1196.3%
Latin America1357.2%
Northern Europe140.7%
Poland120.6%
South America663.5%
South Central Asia512.7%
South Eastern Asia271.4%
Southern Europe90.5%
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Sex and Age in Merritt Park

Sex and Age in Merritt Park

The most populous age groups in Merritt Park are 45 to 49 Years (129 | 13.5%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (113 | 12.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (2.9%)51 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years84 (8.8%)56 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years66 (6.9%)83 (9.0%)
15 to 19 Years23 (2.4%)17 (1.8%)
20 to 24 Years27 (2.8%)36 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Years8 (0.8%)36 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Years65 (6.8%)6 (0.6%)
35 to 39 Years50 (5.2%)38 (4.1%)
40 to 44 Years62 (6.5%)113 (12.2%)
45 to 49 Years129 (13.5%)80 (8.6%)
50 to 54 Years44 (4.6%)35 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years105 (11.0%)72 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years127 (13.3%)63 (6.8%)
65 to 69 Years38 (4.0%)95 (10.3%)
70 to 74 Years47 (4.9%)55 (5.9%)
75 to 79 Years5 (0.5%)45 (4.9%)
80 to 84 Years45 (4.7%)19 (2.1%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)26 (2.8%)
Total953 (100.0%)926 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Merritt Park

Median Family Size in Merritt Park

The median family size in Merritt Park is 2.75 persons per family, with single male/father families (29 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.86 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (56 | 10.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.05 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Merritt Park
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple473 (84.8%)2.83
Single Male/Father29 (5.2%)2.86
Single Female/Mother56 (10.0%)2.05
Total Families558 (100.0%)2.75

Median Household Size in Merritt Park

The median household size in Merritt Park is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (29 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.86 persons per household. non-family households (189 | 25.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.82 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Merritt Park
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple473 (63.3%)2.83
Single Male/Father29 (3.9%)2.86
Single Female/Mother56 (7.5%)2.05
Non-family189 (25.3%)1.82
Total Households747 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Merritt Park

Out of a total of 747 households in Merritt Park, 558 (74.7%) are family households, while 189 (25.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 263, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 88.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Merritt Park
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-88 (11.8%)
2-Person Households263 (35.2%)56 (7.5%)
3-Person Households150 (20.1%)45 (6.0%)
4-Person Households94 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households43 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households8 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total558 (74.7%)189 (25.3%)

Female Fertility in Merritt Park

Fertility by Age in Merritt Park

Average fertility rate in Merritt Park is 31.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)43.0
Total10 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Merritt Park

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Merritt Park
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Merritt Park

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Merritt Park
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)111.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total10 (100.0%)31.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Merritt Park

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Merritt Park
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Merritt Park

Income Overview in Merritt Park

Per Capita Income in Merritt Park is $60,622, while median incomes of families and households are $151,818 and $120,972 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,879$60,622
Median Family Income558$151,818
Mean Family Income558$164,928
Median Household Income747$120,972
Mean Household Income747$151,596
Income Deficit558$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,87945.01%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,87954.99¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,8790.42

Earnings by Sex in Merritt Park

Average Earnings in Merritt Park are $61,250, $93,333 for men and $51,327 for women, a difference of 45.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Merritt Park
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male614 (58.6%)$93,333
Female434 (41.4%)$51,327
Total1,048 (100.0%)$61,250

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Merritt Park

The most common earnings brackets in Merritt Park are $100,000+ for men (286 | 46.6%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (110 | 25.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Merritt Park
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less10 (1.6%)15 (3.5%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)11 (2.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99922 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49969 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49917 (2.8%)14 (3.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)54 (12.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (3.6%)27 (6.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$40,000 to $44,99918 (2.9%)37 (8.5%)
$45,000 to $49,99947 (7.6%)15 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,99938 (6.2%)60 (13.8%)
$55,000 to $64,99927 (4.4%)6 (1.4%)
$65,000 to $74,99917 (2.8%)17 (3.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (6.7%)110 (25.4%)
$100,000+286 (46.6%)50 (11.5%)
Total614 (100.0%)434 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park

Average earnings in Merritt Park are $99,632 for men and $51,403 for women, a difference of 48.4%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $110,742, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $46,436. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $88,571, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $41,827.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$46,436$41,827
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$110,742$88,333
Graduate Degree--
Total$99,632$51,403

Family Income in Merritt Park

Family Income Brackets in Merritt Park

According to the Merritt Park family income data, there are 186 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.3% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Merritt Park
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000478.4%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999356.3%
$35,000 to $49,99900.0%
$50,000 to $74,999519.1%
$75,000 to $99,9997413.3%
$100,000 to $149,9996411.5%
$150,000 to $199,99910118.1%
$200,000+18633.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Merritt Park

4-person families (94 | 16.9%) account for the highest median family income in Merritt Park with $250,001 per family, while 3-person families (150 | 26.9%) have the highest median income of $64,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Merritt Park
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families263 (47.1%)$120,694
3-Person Families150 (26.9%)$192,000
4-Person Families94 (16.9%)$250,001
5-Person Families43 (7.7%)$0
6-Person Families8 (1.4%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total558 (100.0%)$151,818

Family Income by Number of Earners in Merritt Park

Family Income by Number of Earners in Merritt Park
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners119 (21.3%)$0
1 Earner158 (28.3%)$109,483
2 Earners228 (40.9%)$198,333
3+ Earners53 (9.5%)$0
Total558 (100.0%)$151,818

Household Income in Merritt Park

Household Income Brackets in Merritt Park

With 231 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Merritt Park, accounting for 30.9% of all households. In contrast, only 14 households (1.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Merritt Park
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000476.3%
$10,000 to $14,999141.9%
$15,000 to $24,999202.7%
$25,000 to $34,999395.2%
$35,000 to $49,999395.2%
$50,000 to $74,9998311.1%
$75,000 to $99,9999913.3%
$100,000 to $149,999749.9%
$150,000 to $199,99910113.5%
$200,000+23130.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Merritt Park

The median household income in Merritt Park is $120,972, with the highest median household income of $176,146 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 369 households (49.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Merritt Park
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years169 (22.6%)$0
45 to 64 Years369 (49.4%)$176,146
65+ Years209 (28.0%)$47,202
Total747 (100.0%)$120,972

Poverty in Merritt Park

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Merritt Park

With 6.3% poverty level for males and 2.8% for females among the residents of Merritt Park, 75 year old and over males and 65 to 74 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 36 males (72.0%) and 15 females (10.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years10 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)11 (7.3%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years14 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)15 (10.0%)
75 Years and over36 (72.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (6.3%)26 (2.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Merritt Park

According to the poverty statistics in Merritt Park, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (100.0%)51 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years88 (89.8%)86 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years52 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years27 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years73 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years112 (100.0%)140 (92.7%)
45 to 54 Years173 (100.0%)115 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years218 (94.0%)135 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years85 (100.0%)135 (90.0%)
75 Years and over14 (28.0%)90 (100.0%)
Total893 (93.7%)900 (97.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Merritt Park

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Merritt Park show that 7.6% or 36 of the total 473 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 13.0%, comprising of 36 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Merritt Park
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children240 (87.0%)36 (13.0%)
1 or 2 Children184 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total437 (92.4%)36 (7.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Merritt Park

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Merritt Park
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)11 (55.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (19.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Merritt Park

The poverty data for Merritt Park shows that 36 of the married-couple family households (7.6%) and 11 of the single-parent households (12.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 36 households (13.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 household (22.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Merritt Park
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children36 (13.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)11 (22.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (7.6%)11 (12.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Merritt Park

Employment by Class of Employer in Merritt Park

Among the 994 employed individuals in Merritt Park, private company employees (560 | 56.3%), local government employees (175 | 17.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (126 | 12.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Merritt Park
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees56056.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)90.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)40.4%
Not-for-profit Organizations12612.7%
Local Government Employees17517.6%
State Government Employees919.1%
Federal Government Employees292.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total994100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Merritt Park

According to the labor force statistics for Merritt Park, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,492), 68.0% or 1,015 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 20 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 44 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.5% or 23 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years50 (79.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years239 (90.9%)23 (9.5%)
45 to 54 Years239 (83.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years152 (85.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years154 (81.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (27.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,015 (68.0%)20 (2.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park

According to labor force statistics for Merritt Park, 87.0% of individuals (899) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,033) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 21 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 6 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.5% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma285 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree210 (90.5%)22 (9.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher398 (82.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total899 (87.0%)24 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Merritt Park are Computers, Engineering & Science (158 | 16.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (127 | 13.2%), Health Technologists (127 | 13.2%), Management (119 | 12.3%), and Community & Social Service (88 | 9.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Merritt Park

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Merritt Park, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park
OccupationMaleFemale
Management107 (89.9%)12 (10.1%)
Business & Financial29 (61.7%)18 (38.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science146 (92.4%)12 (7.6%)
Computers & Mathematics51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering69 (85.2%)12 (14.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 9 (10.2%)79 (89.8%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
Total (Category)291 (54.0%)248 (46.0%)
Total (Overall)557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Merritt Park are Food Preparation & Serving (55 | 5.7%), Security & Protection (34 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (28 | 2.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (17 | 1.8%), and Law Enforcement (17 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Merritt Park

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service22 (78.6%)6 (21.4%)
Total (Category)111 (94.9%)6 (5.1%)
Total (Overall)557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Merritt Park are Office & Administration (152 | 15.8%), and Sales & Related (28 | 2.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Merritt Park

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related8 (28.6%)20 (71.4%)
Office & Administration27 (17.8%)125 (82.2%)
Total (Category)35 (19.4%)145 (80.6%)
Total (Overall)557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Merritt Park are Construction & Extraction (29 | 3.0%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (7 | 0.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Merritt Park

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Merritt Park are Transportation (48 | 5.0%), and Material Moving (45 | 4.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Merritt Park

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Merritt Park
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation39 (81.2%)9 (18.8%)
Material Moving45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)84 (90.3%)9 (9.7%)
Total (Overall)557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Merritt Park

Employment Industries in Merritt Park

The major employment industries in Merritt Park include Health Care & Social Assistance (226 | 23.4%), Manufacturing (107 | 11.1%), Professional & Scientific (85 | 8.8%), Educational Services (79 | 8.2%), and Public Administration (78 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Merritt Park

Employment Industries by Sex in Merritt Park

The Merritt Park industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.1%), Educational Services (79.7%), and Public Administration (70.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Merritt Park
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing89 (83.2%)18 (16.8%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade45 (72.6%)17 (27.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing32 (78.0%)9 (22.0%)
Utilities9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance35 (64.8%)19 (35.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing47 (71.2%)19 (28.8%)
Professional & Scientific75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services16 (20.3%)63 (79.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance45 (19.9%)181 (80.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (50.0%)11 (50.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration23 (29.5%)55 (70.5%)
Total557 (57.7%)408 (42.3%)

Education in Merritt Park

School Enrollment in Merritt Park

The most common levels of schooling among the 375 students in Merritt Park are middle school (149 | 39.7%), elementary school (119 | 31.7%), and high school (38 | 10.1%).
School Enrollment in Merritt Park
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool123.2%
Kindergarten215.6%
Elementary School11931.7%
Middle School14939.7%
High School3810.1%
College / Undergraduate133.5%
Graduate / Professional236.1%
Total375100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Merritt Park

Out of a total of 375 students who are enrolled in schools in Merritt Park, 39 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 336 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 11 (55.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 140 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Merritt Park
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds8 (66.7%)4 (33.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds138 (92.6%)11 (7.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds12 (48.0%)13 (52.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over9 (45.0%)11 (55.0%)
Total336 (89.6%)39 (10.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Merritt Park

Science & technology (108 | 16.3%), engineering (107 | 16.2%), business (83 | 12.5%), physical & health sciences (72 | 10.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (71 | 10.7%) are the most common fields of study among 662 individuals in Merritt Park who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Merritt Park
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics101.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural7110.7%
Physical & Health Sciences7210.9%
Psychology446.7%
Social Sciences426.3%
Engineering10716.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology10816.3%
Business8312.5%
Education274.1%
Literature & Languages203.0%
Liberal Arts & History406.0%
Visual & Performing Arts243.6%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities142.1%
Total662100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Merritt Park

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Merritt Park

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Merritt Park are males with 2 vehicles (271, accounting for 46.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (184, making up 66.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Merritt Park
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle44 (7.5%)22 (5.4%)
1 Vehicle66 (11.3%)53 (13.0%)
2 Vehicles271 (46.3%)184 (45.1%)
3 Vehicles34 (5.8%)36 (8.8%)
4 Vehicles71 (12.1%)64 (15.7%)
5 or more Vehicles100 (17.1%)49 (12.0%)
Total586 (100.0%)408 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Merritt Park

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Merritt Park are 90 or more minutes (166 commuters, 18.2%), 45 to 59 minutes (144 commuters, 15.8%), and 10 to 14 minutes (106 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Merritt Park
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes9110.0%
10 to 14 Minutes10611.6%
15 to 19 Minutes879.6%
20 to 24 Minutes818.9%
25 to 29 Minutes202.2%
30 to 34 Minutes252.7%
35 to 39 Minutes727.9%
40 to 44 Minutes515.6%
45 to 59 Minutes14415.8%
60 to 89 Minutes687.5%
90 or more Minutes16618.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Merritt Park

The most common commute times in Merritt Park are 90 or more minutes (134 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 45 to 59 minutes (80 commuters, 20.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Merritt Park
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes61 (11.6%)30 (7.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes106 (20.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes43 (8.1%)44 (11.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes52 (9.9%)29 (7.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)20 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (1.5%)17 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (2.8%)57 (14.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes9 (1.7%)42 (11.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes64 (12.1%)80 (20.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes36 (6.8%)32 (8.4%)
90 or more Minutes134 (25.4%)32 (8.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Merritt Park

The most frequent times of departure to work in Merritt Park are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (107, 20.3%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (79, 20.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Merritt Park
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM40 (7.6%)25 (6.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6 (1.1%)16 (4.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM39 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM107 (20.3%)18 (4.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM30 (5.7%)59 (15.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14 (2.6%)64 (16.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM52 (9.9%)72 (18.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM48 (9.1%)79 (20.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM34 (6.4%)15 (3.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM18 (3.4%)19 (5.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM76 (14.4%)6 (1.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM64 (12.1%)10 (2.6%)
Total528 (100.0%)383 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Ownership in Merritt Park

Of the total 747 dwellings in Merritt Park, owner-occupied units account for 605 (81.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 142 (19.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Merritt Park
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units60581.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units14219.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units747100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Household Size in Merritt Park
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household8811.8%
2-Person Household31942.7%
3-Person Household19526.1%
4+ Person Household14519.4%
Total Housing Units747100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Merritt Park
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household84 (95.5%)4 (4.5%)
2-Person Household227 (71.2%)92 (28.8%)
3-Person Household149 (76.4%)46 (23.6%)
4+ Person Household145 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units605 (81.0%)142 (19.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Merritt Park
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma88 (65.2%)47 (34.8%)
College/Associate Degree173 (84.0%)33 (16.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher309 (83.3%)62 (16.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Merritt Park
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years283.7%
35 to 44 Years14118.9%
45 to 54 Years18224.4%
55 to 64 Years18725.0%
65 to 74 Years9312.4%
75 to 84 Years9012.0%
85 Years and Over263.5%
Total747100.0%

Housing Finances in Merritt Park

Median Income by Occupancy in Merritt Park

Median Income by Occupancy in Merritt Park
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied605 (81.0%)$160,117
Renter-Occupied142 (19.0%)$46,548
Average747 (100.0%)$120,972

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Merritt Park

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Merritt Park
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00011 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)36 (25.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99914 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99920 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99935 (5.8%)4 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)39 (27.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99975 (12.4%)8 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99990 (14.9%)9 (6.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99945 (7.4%)29 (20.4%)
$150,000 or more315 (52.1%)17 (12.0%)
Total605 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Merritt Park

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Merritt Park
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99934 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499111 (18.3%)18 (12.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99958 (9.6%)21 (14.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49926 (4.3%)8 (5.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99967 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more309 (51.1%)55 (38.7%)
Total605 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Merritt Park

Housing Structures in Merritt Park

Housing Structures in Merritt Park
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached15620.9%
Single Unit, Attached45060.2%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments273.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments222.9%
10 or more Apartments9212.3%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total747100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Merritt Park

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Merritt Park
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached91 (58.3%)65 (41.7%)
Single Unit, Attached420 (93.3%)30 (6.7%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9 (33.3%)18 (66.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments63 (68.5%)29 (31.5%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total605 (81.0%)142 (19.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Merritt Park

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Merritt Park
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms45 (7.4%)47 (33.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms148 (24.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms301 (49.7%)66 (46.5%)
8 or more Rooms111 (18.3%)29 (20.4%)
Total605 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Merritt Park

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Merritt Park
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas510 (84.3%)106 (74.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas41 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity31 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)36 (25.4%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels23 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total605 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Merritt Park

Household Vehicle Usage in Merritt Park
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (4.5%)18 (12.7%)
1 Vehicle121 (20.0%)77 (54.2%)
2 Vehicles354 (58.5%)47 (33.1%)
3 or more Vehicles103 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total605 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Merritt Park

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Merritt Park

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units175430
Median Property Value$416,000$448,200
Median Household Income$89,125$251
Monthly Housing Costs$1,383$309
Real Estate Taxes$7,822$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99911 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999137 (78.3%)313 (72.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99927 (15.4%)99 (23.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)430 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99920 (11.4%)11 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99926 (14.9%)14 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)9 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99920 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99939 (22.3%)55 (12.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9996 (3.4%)51 (11.9%)
$150,000 or more64 (36.6%)39 (9.1%)
Total175 (100.0%)430 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Merritt Park

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Merritt Park
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x53 (30.3%)168,409 (39,164.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x11 (6.3%)156 (36.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x6 (3.4%)82 (19.1%)
4.0x or more105 (60.0%)74 (17.2%)
Total175 (100.0%)430 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Merritt Park
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80011 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499164 (93.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total175 (100.0%)430 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Merritt Park

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merritt Park

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years273 (88.9%)34 (11.1%)
19 to 25 Years92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years86 (88.7%)11 (11.3%)
35 to 44 Years234 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years275 (95.5%)13 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years367 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,792 (96.9%)58 (3.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Merritt Park

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Merritt Park
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen273 (88.9%)34 (11.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Merritt Park

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Merritt Park
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999135 (91.2%)13 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999319 (97.0%)10 (3.0%)
$100,000 and over1,076 (96.9%)35 (3.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merritt Park

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 60 (0.0%)90 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years17 (5.5%)256 (83.4%)
19 to 25 Years44 (47.8%)57 (62.0%)
25 to 34 Years55 (56.7%)86 (88.7%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)234 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (1.7%)275 (95.5%)
55 to 64 Years43 (11.7%)324 (88.3%)
65 to 74 Years197 (83.8%)126 (53.6%)
75 Years and over134 (95.7%)92 (65.7%)
Total495 (26.8%)1,540 (83.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Merritt Park

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Merritt Park
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years55 (55.0%)9 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.9%)15 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)31 (20.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (23.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Merritt Park

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Merritt Park: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)21 (23.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Merritt Park: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)14 (9.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Merritt Park: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years55 (55.0%)9 (10.1%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (12.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Merritt Park: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (4.7%)15 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)31 (20.7%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (12.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Merritt Park: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)11 (12.2%)

Technology Access in Merritt Park

Computing Device Access in Merritt Park

Computing Device Access in Merritt Park
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop73498.3%
Smartphone73898.8%
Tablet72997.6%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total747100.0%

Internet Access in Merritt Park

Internet Access in Merritt Park
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home67990.9%
Cellular Data Only324.3%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet364.8%
Total747100.0%

Merritt Park Summary

Merritt Park is a small hamlet located in the town of North Hempstead in Nassau County, New York. It is situated on the north shore of Long Island, approximately 25 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the villages of Great Neck and Manhasset, and is part of the Great Neck School District.

History

Merritt Park was originally part of the Matinecock Native American tribe’s land. The area was first settled by Europeans in the mid-17th century, when the Dutch West India Company purchased the land from the Matinecock. The area was then divided into several large farms, which were owned by prominent families such as the Merritts, the Sands, and the Thompsons.
In the late 19th century, the area began to develop as a residential community. The Merritt family donated land for the construction of a school, which was completed in 1891. The school was named Merritt Park School, and it served as the community’s primary educational institution until it was closed in the 1950s.
In the early 20th century, the area began to experience rapid growth. The Long Island Rail Road opened a station in Merritt Park in 1910, and the hamlet was incorporated into the town of North Hempstead in 1917. The population of Merritt Park continued to grow throughout the 20th century, and by the 2000 census, the population was 4,845.

Geography

Merritt Park is located on the north shore of Long Island, approximately 25 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the villages of Great Neck and Manhasset, and is part of the Great Neck School District. The hamlet is situated on a peninsula, with the Long Island Sound to the north and Hempstead Harbor to the south.
The terrain of Merritt Park is mostly flat, with some rolling hills. The area is mostly residential, with some commercial and industrial areas. The hamlet is home to several parks, including Merritt Park, which is located on the waterfront.

Economy

Merritt Park is primarily a residential community, and the majority of its residents are employed in the nearby cities of New York and Long Island. The hamlet is home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The hamlet is also home to several large employers, including North Shore-LIJ Health System, which is the largest employer in the area. Other major employers include Northwell Health, North Shore University Hospital, and the North Shore-LIJ Medical Group.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Merritt Park was 4,845. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with small percentages of African American (7.2%), Asian (4.7%), and Hispanic (3.7%) residents. The median household income is $107,917, and the median home value is $845,000.
Merritt Park is a small, affluent community with a high quality of life. The hamlet is home to several parks, schools, and other amenities, and is a popular destination for those looking for a quiet, suburban lifestyle.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Merritt Park?
Total Population of Merritt Park is 1,879.
What is the Total Male Population of Merritt Park?
Total Male Population of Merritt Park is 953.
What is the Total Female Population of Merritt Park?
Total Female Population of Merritt Park is 926.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Merritt Park?
There are 102.92 Males per 100 Females in Merritt Park.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Merritt Park?
There are 97.17 Females per 100 Males in Merritt Park.
What is the Median Population Age in Merritt Park?
Median Population Age in Merritt Park is 47.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Merritt Park
Average Family Size in Merritt Park is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Merritt Park
Average Household Size in Merritt Park is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Merritt Park?
Per Capita income in Merritt Park is $60,622.
What is the Median Family Income in Merritt Park?
Median Family Income in Merritt Park is $151,818.
What is the Median Household income in Merritt Park?
Median Household Income in Merritt Park is $120,972.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Merritt Park?
Income or Wage Gap in Merritt Park is 45.0%.
Women in Merritt Park earn 55.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Merritt Park?
Inequality or Gini Index in Merritt Park is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Merritt Park?
There are 1,015 People in the Labor Forcein in Merritt Park.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Merritt Park?
68.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Merritt Park.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Merritt Park?
Unemployment Rate in Merritt Park is 2.0%.