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Merrimac, Virginia

Last updated: 2024 BLS data · Page refreshed:

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates
2,733
Population
$53,611
Median Income
43.7
Median Age

Demographics

Merrimac has a population of 2,733 with a median age of 43.7. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
76.0%
Hispanic
7.9%
Other
6.0%
Asian
5.6%
Black
4.5%
Demographic Value
Total Population2,733
Median Age43.7
White76.0%
Black or African American4.5%
Asian5.6%
Hispanic or Latino7.9%
Other / Two or More Races6.0%
Merrimac, Virginia — racial composition (Census ACS 2024)Donut chart of 5 segments totaling 100.White: 76.0%Hispanic/Latino: 7.9%Other: 6.0%Asian: 5.6%Black: 4.5%2,733PopulationWhiteWhite76.0%Hispanic/LatinoHispanic/Latino7.9%OtherOther6.0%AsianAsian5.6%BlackBlack4.5%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Merrimac is $53,611, which is 33.5% below the national median of $80,610. The per capita income is $39,003. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

$53,611
Median Household Income
$39,003
Per Capita Income
12.6%
Poverty Rate

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Education

In Merrimac, 93.0% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 45.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29.5% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
93.0%
Bachelor's+
45.9%
Graduate+
29.5%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher93.0%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher45.9%
Graduate or Professional Degree29.5%

Housing

$1,101/mo
Median Rent
26.6%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Monthly Rent$1,101
Homeownership Rate26.6%
Vacancy Rate11.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Merrimac, Virginia?
The population of Merrimac, Virginia is 2,733 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Merrimac, Virginia?
The median household income in Merrimac, Virginia is $53,611. This is 33.5% below the national median of $80,610.
What percentage of people in Merrimac have a college degree?
In Merrimac, Virginia, 45.9% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 93.0% have a high school diploma or higher.

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