Merkel, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Taylor County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Merkel based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
2,630
2023 ACS
Median Income
$62,368
2023
Median Home Value
$99,000
2023
Median Rent
$992
2023
Median Age
36.2
Unemployment
1.9%
Cost of Living Index
92.3
100 = national avg
Merkel is a city in Taylor County, Texas, with a population of 2,630 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Merkel is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Merkel is $62,368, and the median home value is $99,000. The cost of living index is 92.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $992 per month. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, and the median age is 36.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
2,630
Male
1,162
44.2%
Female
1,468
55.8%
Median Age
36.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
8.3%
High School or Higher
40.2%
Foreign Born
4.2%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
41.5%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.288
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
81.4%
Foreign Born
4.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
18.7%
492 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
81.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
2,451
English Only
87.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
216 speakers
Limited English
1.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.6%
Limited English Proficiency
1.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
122
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
48.4%
59 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
108
88.5%
Female Veterans
14
11.5%
Disability Status
With Disability
59
Without Disability
63
Disability Rate
48.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,308
#1 Ancestry
Irish
14.0% (369)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.2% (267)
#3 Ancestry
German
9.9% (260)
Top 14 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
914
Family Households
651
71.2%
Married Couples
490
53.6%
Non-Family Households
263
28.8%
Single Mother Households
144
15.8%
Single Father Households
17
1.9%
Living Alone
227
24.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
705
In Married Couple
602
85.4%
With Single Mother
103
14.6%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$87,279
Married Couple Income
$94,018
Single Mother Income
$53,306
Single Father Income
$58,594
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
3.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
37
Grandparents Responsible
29
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$62,368
-15% vs national
Per Capita Income
$27,624
-26% vs national
Poverty Rate
14.5%
+7% vs national
Gini Index
0.4205
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
1.9%
-63% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.2%
of households
How Merkel Compares
Merkel vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Merkel is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Merkel, TX has a median household income of $62,368, making it the 15,383rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher median household income than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Merkel, TX has a per capita income of $27,624, making it the 19,838th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher per capita income than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Merkel, TX has a poverty rate of 14.5%, making it the 11,598th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher poverty rate than 63% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Merkel, TX has a unemployment rate of 1.9%, making it the 20,883rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher unemployment rate than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Merkel. The median household income here is $62,368.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
1.9%
-62% vs TX avg
Labor Force
1,197
Employed
1,174
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
8.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.2
Work from Home
4.8%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Abilene, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$77.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
92.3
100 = national avg
-7.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$40,631
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$96,038
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,020
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,276
per month
The median household income in Merkel, TX is $62,368, which is 14.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $27,624. The poverty rate of 14.5% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4205, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 1.9%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 1,197. 8.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 92.3, which is 7.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 84.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $40,631 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$212,450
Median List Price
$325,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$135
Days on Market
82
Active Inventory
10
Months of Supply
5.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$175,861
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
New Listings
2
Pending Sales
4
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$135
Median List $/SF
$170
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Merkel, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Abilene, TX metro area, home prices have risen 242.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 154.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 88.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.1%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 8.2%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Abilene, TX housing market rather than Merkel alone.
Metro area: Abilene, TX
Merkel vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Merkel is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Merkel, TX has a median home value of $99,000, making it the 22,362nd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher median home value than 20% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Merkel, TX has a median rent of $992, making it the 10,188th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher median rent than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Merkel, TX has a price per square foot of $135, making it the 14,032nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher price per square foot than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Merkel, TX has a rent burden of 19.1%, making it the 10,139th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Merkel has a higher rent burden than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$99,000
Median Rent
$992
Total Housing Units
1,084
Vacancy Rate
15.7%
Owner Occupied
77.3%
Renter Occupied
22.6%
Median Property Tax
$1,159
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$779
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,159
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
of home value
Median Home Value
$99,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,887
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,159) by the median home value ($99,000). In Merkel, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.17%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Merkel, TX is $212,450 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 82 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $135. The median rent is $992 per month (Census ACS). About 77.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1963. There are 1,084 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,159. The effective tax rate is 1.17%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.48
per 1,000 residents
-5% vs national
Property Crime Rate
6.20
per 1,000 residents
-64% vs national
Total Crimes
21
2024
Violent Clearance
33%
cases solved
Property Clearance
0%
cases solved
YoY Change
-0.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Merkel Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Merkel vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with Under 10,000 residents. Merkel is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Merkel police solve 50% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 2 | 0.83 | 50.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 2 | 0.83 | 50.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 10 | 4.13 | 0.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3 | 1.24 | 0.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 2 | 0.83 | 0.0% |
Merkel, TX reported 6 violent crimes and 15 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.48 per 1,000 residents is 4.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 33% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 0.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 | 15 | 2.48 | 6.20 |
| 2023 | 6 | 9 | 2.49 | 3.74 |
| 2022 | 7 | 19 | 2.88 | 7.82 |
| 2021 | 2 | 16 | 0.76 | 6.08 |
| 2019 | 17 | 17 | 6.48 | 6.48 |
| 2018 | 9 | 23 | 3.46 | 8.84 |
| 2017 | 3 | 29 | 1.15 | 11.10 |
| 2016 | 7 | 36 | 2.67 | 13.75 |
| 2015 | 3 | 30 | 1.15 | 11.53 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.8
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
84.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
34.5
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
76.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
22
Public Assistance
$13.5M
Individual Assistance
$211K
Most Common Type
Fire
7 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mesquite Heat Fire → | Fire | May 2022 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $499K | $35K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $12.9M | $19K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tuscola Fire → | Fire | Mar 2009 | — | — |
| Rhodes Ranch Fire → | Fire | Feb 2009 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Erin → | Severe Storm | Oct 2007 | — | $134K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | $113K | $24K |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jul 2002 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Charley → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazard → | Fire | Feb 1996 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazard → | Drought | Sep 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | May 1990 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 23 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
935
Total Claims Paid
$15,633,929
Avg Claim Payout
$16,721
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
9
Federal Funding
$1,091,521
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.76
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $779,092 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $0 |
| 206.1: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Private Structures | 1 | $312,429 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Merkel has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, winter weather, wildfire. The area has had 22 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (7 declarations). 935 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $13,526,939 in public assistance recovery funding. $211,384 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 9 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
37.4%
1.3pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.6%
1.1pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.8%
1.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
16.2%
5.6pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.5%
Arthritis
27.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
16.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.6%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.3%
Mobility
17.3%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
8.2%
Vision
6.3%
Self-Care
4.7%
Independent Living
10.0%
Merkel has an obesity rate of 37.4%, which is 1.3pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.6%, 1.1pp above the national average. About 16.2% of adults lack health insurance. 74.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
20.0 mi
Anson General Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anson General Hospital | 20.0 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Abilene | 22.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital | 22.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Hendrick Medical Center | 22.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| North Runnels Hospital | 33.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Pop. Served
6,871
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| SUN WSC | 3,420 | 0 |
| CITY OF MERKEL | 2,494 | 0 |
| BLAIR WSC | 957 | 0 |
There are 3 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.4%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
0.4%
-52% vs national
Work From Home
4.8%
-48% vs national
Carpool
14.3%
Walk
2.0%
How Merkel's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Merkel, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.8% work from home, which is below the TX state average of 7.8%. 14.3% of workers carpool. 2.0% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
57.7%
of households
No Internet
9.5%
of households
Total Households
914
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.9%
of households
Smartphone
91.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.6%
of households
Tablet
63.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-45% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-48% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+12% vs Under 10,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Merkel vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
3
Population Served
6,871
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUN WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,420 | 0 |
| CITY OF MERKEL | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,494 | 0 |
| BLAIR WSC | Community | Purchased surface water | 957 | 0 |
89.0% of households in Merkel have broadband internet access. 57.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 25.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.5% of households have no internet access. 13.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 3 water systems, providing water to 6,871 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Merkel is located in Taylor County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Merkel.
Election Overview
Source: Taylor County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
13,624
24.6%
GOP Votes
41,198
74.4%
Total Votes
55,386
Margin
R+49.8%
Shift from 2020
R+4.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 13,624 | 41,198 | 55,386 | 24.6% | 74.4% | R+49.8 |
| 2020 | 14,588 | 39,547 | 55,112 | 26.5% | 71.8% | R+45.3 |
| 2016 | 10,047 | 33,172 | 45,266 | 22.2% | 73.3% | R+51.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Taylor County recorded 55,386 total votes. Republicans won the county with 74.4% of the vote compared to 24.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+49.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Taylor County has shifted 1.3 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
27
Total Assets
$2.3M
Total Income
$1.3M
Per 10K Residents
102.7
nonprofits
+2.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
1
Median Assets
$158K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Merkel
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUTMAN METHODIST CAMP AND RETREAT CENTER | Religion | $1.2M | $928K | 2025 | |
| MULBERRY CANYON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT | Public Safety | $765K | $64K | 2004 | |
| TAYLOR ELECTRIC TRUST | Public Safety | $252K | $88K | 2015 | |
| LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL INC | — | $63K | $58K | 1967 | |
| XDOT ACADEMY | Education | $35K | $107K | 2023 | |
| TARPLEY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $17K | $18K | 2023 |
Merkel, TX has 27 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.3M. The most common category is Education, with 7 organizations. 1 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 102.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
28
Total Approved
$5.9M
Jobs Supported
162
Per 10K Residents
106.5
SBA loans
-18.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
11
Top Lender
First Financial Bank
6 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1993–2020
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
27
Total Amount
$3.3M
Avg Loan
$123,470
Median Loan
$64,000
SBA Guaranteed
$2.5M(75%)
Jobs Supported
141
Loans
1
Total Amount
$2.6M
Avg Loan
$2,560,000
Median Loan
$2,560,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Horse Travel Center Llc | 1 | $2.6M |
| Geneco Technologies Llc | 2 | $390K |
| B & B Contractors | 1 | $350K |
| Starbuck Company | 1 | $345K |
| Helmer Enterprises Llc | 1 | $340K |
| Ronny Kyle Doan | 1 | $319K |
| Mor Drilling Llc | 1 | $250K |
| Colyer Coil & Supply Lp | 1 | $200K |
| Roadrunner Warehouse of Parts | 1 | $200K |
| J B Supply & Construction | 1 | $163K |
Merkel, TX has received 28 SBA loans totaling $5.9M in approved funding between 1993 and 2020. The 7(a) program accounts for 27 loans (96% of the total), supporting 141 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $2.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Merkel is First Financial Bank with 6 loans. That works out to 106.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
7,005
Avg Median Income
$63,947
Avg Home Value
$96,200
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79536 | 6,080 | $71,346 | $133,300 | $1,187 | 295.9 |
| 79563 | 925 | $56,548 | $59,100 | $950 | 17.7 |
Merkel, TX has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 7,005. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $63,947. The average median home value is $96,200. The average median monthly rent is $1,069.
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