Merrill, Iowa
Quick Statistics
Merrill is a community in Plymouth County, Iowa, home to about 846 people spread across 0.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $49,063 a year, and a typical home is worth about $166,100. About 23.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 12 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Iowa towns GeoStat tracks, Merrill ranks number 331 of 1,017 in population, number 192 in median household income, number 265 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Merrill typically top out near 85°F in July, while January nights average about 7°F. The area sees roughly 31 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Le Mars, IA | 5.8 mi. | 10,640 |
| 2. | Brunsville, IA | 6.3 mi. | 210 |
| 3. | Hinton, IA | 7.1 mi. | 931 |
| 4. | Oyens, IA | 12.0 mi. | 81 |
| 5. | Struble, IA | 12.4 mi. | 76 |
| 6. | Craig, IA | 12.4 mi. | 49 |
| 7. | Remsen, IA | 15.6 mi. | 1,823 |
| 8. | Sioux City, IA | 17.0 mi. | 86,101 |
What is the population of Merrill, Iowa?
Merrill has a population of about 846 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Merrill, Iowa in?
Merrill is located in Plymouth County, Iowa.
What is the median home value in Merrill, Iowa?
The median home value in Merrill is about $166,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Merrill, Iowa?
The median personal income in Merrill is about $49,063 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Merrill, Iowa?
Since 1950, 51 tornadoes have been recorded in Plymouth County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Merrill, Iowa?
Typical July highs run about 85 degrees and January lows about 7 degrees, with around 31 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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