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Merrick County, NE Demographics & ZIP Codes
Merrick County, Nebraska demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 6 ZIP codes — population 7,505 — avg. income $64,685 — avg. home value $166,620. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
7,505
Median household income (avg.)
$64,685
86% of U.S. median
Average home value
$166,620
48% of U.S. median
Average rent
$563
48% of U.S. median
Merrick County demographics
Merrick County, Nebraska covers 6 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 7,505.
Median household income in Merrick County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Merrick County, Nebraska is about $64,685 — about 13% below the NE ZIP average ($74,338), and about 14% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 68864 (Palmer) is near the top at about $77,440, while 68628 (Clarks) is near the bottom at about $55,125.
Housing in Merrick County
For housing in Merrick County, Nebraska, the average median home value is about $166,620 and the average median rent is about $563.
The most populous ZIP is 68826 (Central City) with about 3,976 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Merrick County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68826 | Central City | Merrick County | NE | 3,976 | $66,154 | $169,600 |
| 68864 | Palmer | Merrick County | NE | 1,065 | $77,440 | $134,800 |
| 68628 | Clarks | Merrick County | NE | 844 | $55,125 | $155,200 |
| 68827 | Chapman | Merrick County | NE | 737 | $64,911 | — |
| 68663 | Silver Creek | Merrick County | NE | 734 | $65,040 | $200,400 |
| 68816 | Archer | Merrick County | NE | 149 | $59,438 | $173,100 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Merrick County?
Merrick County, Nebraska has a combined ZIP-area population of about 7,505 across 6 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Merrick County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Merrick County, Nebraska is about $64,685, about 13% below the state ZIP average ($74,338), and about 14% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $166,620. Among ZIPs with data, 68864 (Palmer) is near the top ($77,440) and 68628 (Clarks) is near the bottom ($55,125).
How many ZIP codes are in Merrick County?
Merrick County, Nebraska includes 6 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Merrick County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Merrick County, Nebraska with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.