Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 91% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 71 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,781 (35.5%) |
| Some College | 594 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 918 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 666 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 981 (19.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,151 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $165,745 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $801/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,480 |
| Vacant Units | 439 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Merrick County is located in Nebraska and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 7,505 residents. With a median age of 40.45, it is a middle-aged county.
Merrick County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,150 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.4%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 7.3% is well below the national average.
Housing in Merrick County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $165,745 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $801. Homeownership rates are high at 78.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Merrick County are primarily White (91.32%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Merrick County, NE is a solidly middle-class area in Nebraska. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68816 | Archer | 149 | $59,438 | $173,100 | — | 0.0% | 50.5% |
| 68826 | Central City | 3,976 | $66,154 | $169,600 | $727 | 0.0% | 30.4% |
| 68827 | Chapman | 737 | $64,911 | — | $875 | 0.8% | 42.1% |
| 68628 | Clarks | 844 | $55,125 | $155,200 | $871 | 3.1% | 26.1% |
| 68864 | Palmer | 1,065 | $77,440 | $134,800 | $963 | 0.2% | 39.5% |
| 68663 | Silver Creek | 734 | $65,040 | $200,400 | $816 | 0.0% | 32.4% |