Merriam

KS

Johnson County, Kansas

Population 621K |Median income $109,208 |11 hospitals

Population
620,631
Johnson County
Median Income
$109,208
+61% vs avg
Median Home Value
$391,200
+72% vs avg
Median Age
38.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
621K+12%
Median Income
$109,208+46%
Median Home Value
$391,200+85%
Poverty Rate
5.4%-17%
Unemployment
3.2%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,434/mo
Poverty Rate
5.4% -62% vs avg
Unemployment 3.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 57.6%
Work From Home 22.4%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 78.5%
Asian 5.2%
African American 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
32%
Obesity
31.2%
Short Sleep Duration
30.2%
Physical Inactivity
19.3%
Binge Drinking
17.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.2%
Current Smoking
9.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
9.6%
Diabetes
9.4%
Current Asthma
9.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.1%
Dental Visit 74.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.5%

Hospitals 11 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
2
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.8/5
Total Hospitals
11
With ER
5
SAINT LUKE'S SOUTH HOSPITAL
OVERLAND PARK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS HEALTH SYSTEM OLATHE HOSPITAL
OLATHE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MENORAH MEDICAL CENTER
OVERLAND PARK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ADVENTHEALTH SHAWNEE MISSION
SHAWNEE MISSION · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
OVERLAND PARK REG MED CTR
OVERLAND PARK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Merriam Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago
Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Merriam, KS? ▼
Merriam, KS has a population of 620,631 people, located in Johnson County, Kansas.
What is the median household income in Merriam? ▼
The median household income in Merriam, KS is $109,208 per year. The poverty rate is 5.4%.
What is the median home value in Merriam? ▼
The median home value in Merriam, KS is $391,200. Median rent is $1,434/month.
What are the top health concerns in Merriam? ▼
The top health indicators in Merriam include High Blood Pressure (32%), Obesity (31.2%), Short Sleep Duration (30.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Merriam? ▼
Merriam has 11 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Merriam? ▼
The median age in Merriam, KS is 38.6 years. 57.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Merriam, KS is located in Johnson County, Kansas. With a population of 621K and a median household income of $109,208, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 11 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Merriam area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Johnson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.