Best Places to Live in Merrill Metro Area, Wisconsin

Merrill, WI Metropolitan Area: Located in north-central Wisconsin, the city of Merrill is a charming small town with plenty of activities to enjoy. From exploring the Ice Age National Trail to walking around the historic downtown area, visitors will find plenty of things to do during their stay. Shopping enthusiasts can take advantage of the local retail stores, while those looking for outdoor recreation can visit the Tug Lake Park or Smith Rapids Natural Area. The local economy is based on industries such as healthcare & social assistance, retail trade and construction. With numerous community events and festivals throughout the year, Merrill has something for everyone.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Merrill Metro Area is 4.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Merrill Metro Area jobs have increased by 1.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Merrill Metro Area's cost of living is 21.7% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Merrill Metro Area's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

July, August and June are the most pleasant months in the Merrill metro area, while January and December are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, the Merrill metro area remained overwhelmingly Republican, 60.7% to 38.0%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Merrill Metro Area's population is 27,566 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 3.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 22.7 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Merrill Metro Area is Real Estate: $138,800. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 5.6%.

SCHOOLS

Merrill Metro Area public schools spend $11,437 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 17.2 students per teacher in Merrill Metro Area. More Education

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Housing Market in Merrill

It's a good time to buy in Merrill. Home Appreciation is up 6.0% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Merrill is $138,800.

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