Merrillville

IN

Lake County, Indiana

Population 500K |Median income $71,493 |11 hospitals

Population
500,379
Lake County
Median Income
$71,493
+5% vs avg
Median Home Value
$230,600
Near average
Median Age
39.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
500K+1%
Median Income
$71,493+46%
Median Home Value
$230,600+69%
Poverty Rate
14.3%-20%
Unemployment
6.1%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Unemployment 6.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.8%
Work From Home 8.2%
Public Transit 1.4%

Population

White 54.9%
African American 23.1%
Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.7%
Obesity
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
39%
Physical Inactivity
27.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17%
Current Smoking
17%
Binge Drinking
16.7%
Diabetes
15.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Current Asthma
11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.6%
Dental Visit 57.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 11 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
5
★★
1
★
1
Average Rating
2.6/5
Total Hospitals
11
With ER
7
ST CATHERINE HOSPITAL INC
EAST CHICAGO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ST MARY MEDICAL CENTER INC
HOBART · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
MUNSTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
FRANCISCAN HEALTH CROWN POINT
CROWN POINT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
FRANCISCAN HEALTH MUNSTER
MUNSTER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
FRANCISCAN HEALTH DYER
DYER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
METHODIST HOSPITALS INC
GARY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Merrillville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Merrillville, IN? ▼
Merrillville, IN has a population of 500,379 people, located in Lake County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in Merrillville? ▼
The median household income in Merrillville, IN is $71,493 per year. The poverty rate is 14.3%.
What is the median home value in Merrillville? ▼
The median home value in Merrillville, IN is $230,600. Median rent is $1,131/month.
What are the top health concerns in Merrillville? ▼
The top health indicators in Merrillville include Short Sleep Duration (42.7%), Obesity (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (39%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Merrillville? ▼
Merrillville has 11 hospitals with an average rating of 2.6/5 stars. 7 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Merrillville? ▼
The median age in Merrillville, IN is 39.7 years. 25.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Merrillville, IN is located in Lake County, Indiana. With a population of 500K and a median household income of $71,493, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 11 hospitals with an average rating of 2.6/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Merrillville 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 (Lake 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.