Economy & Jobs — Merritt, Illinois

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)N/A
Estimated 2026~$83,200
Per Capita Income$13,752
Poverty Rate11.0%
Unemployment Rate0.0%
In Labor Force24

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Wholesale41.2%
Information35.3%
Education Healthcare23.5%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Commercial Banks4
Insurance Agencies4
Gas Stations3
Bars3
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013 (county fallback).