Categories in Merkel, Texas
Car repairGas StationCrop GrowerFarmingRadio BroadcasterBaptist ChurchChurchesCounty Government OfficeAir Conditioning ContractorConstruction of buildingsConstruction of housesContractorElectrical Installation ServiceElectric Utility CompanyGeneral contractorsHousing DevelopmentHVAC ContractorInterior Construction ContractorPlumbing installation and repairResidential BuildingWell Drilling ContractorEntertainment ProviderPhotographerBars, pubs and tavernsFast food restaurantsGrocery stores and supermarketsRestaurantsAtm'sBanksInsurance AgencyCemeteryBeauty salonsHair SalonHouse Cleaning ServiceManagement Consultant FirmServices for IndustryRv parkConvenience storesRanchWholesale storeFreight forwardingTrucking Company
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Merkel, Texas
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Religion | 29 | 48 years |
| Construction of buildings | 27 | 23 years |
| Restaurants | 25 | 33 years |
| Gas station | 18 | 14 years |
| Car repair | 15 | 31 years |
| Health and medical | 15 | — |
| Shopping | 13 | — |
| Corporate management | 12 | — |
| Public administration | 12 | 23 years |
| Shopping other | 12 | 43 years |
| Electrical installation | 11 | 36 years |
| Finance other | 11 | 88 years |
| Convenience stores | 11 | — |
| Electronics stores | 10 | — |
| Beauty salons | 9 | — |
| General contractors | 9 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 9 | — |
| Atm's | 8 | — |
| Wholesale of construction supplies | 8 | — |
| Radio broadcasting | 8 | — |
| Freight/commercial transport | 8 | 32 years |
Merkel, Texas Facts
| Area | 2.8 mi² |
| Population | 2,509 |
| Male Population | 1,171 (46.7%) |
| Female Population | 1,338 (53.3%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +157.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +0.9% |
| Median Age | 37.9 years (Male: 37, Female: 38.8) |
| Area Codes | 325 |
| Neighborhoods | Merkel, Elmwood Area, Sears Park Area, Original Town North |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Central Daylight Time |
| Lat & Lng | 32.47068, -100.01287 |
| Zip Codes | 79536 |
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Merkel, Texas Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 976 | 1,718 | 2,487 | 2,592 | 2,509 | 2,436 | 2,509 |
| Population Density | 345.7 / mi² | 608.5 / mi² | 880.9 / mi² | 918.1 / mi² | 888.7 / mi² | 862.8 / mi² | 888.7 / mi² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridMerkel, Texas Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 0.9% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel, Texas | +157.1% | +46% | +0.9% |
| Texas | — | — | — |
| United States | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Merkel, Texas Median Age
Median Age: 37.9 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel, Texas | 37.9 yrs | 38.8 yrs | 37 yrs |
| Texas | 33.8 yrs | 34.8 yrs | 32.8 yrs |
| United States | 37.4 yrs | 38.7 yrs | 36.1 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Merkel, Texas Population Density
Population Density: 889 / mi²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel, Texas | 2,509 | 2.823 sq mi | 889 / mi² |
| Texas | 27.5 million | 268,596.2 sq mi | 103 / mi² |
| United States | 321.6 million | 3,796,740.8 sq mi | 84.7 / mi² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Merkel, Texas Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1860 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Merkel, Texas
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Merkel, Texas CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel, Texas | 45,148 tn | 17.99 tn | 15,991 tons/mi² |
| Texas | 488,896,034 tn | 17.76 tn | 1,820.2 tons/mi² |
| United States | 5,664,619,810 tn | 17.62 tn | 1,492 tons/mi² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Merkel, Texas CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 45,148 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 17.99 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/mi²/year) | 15,991 tons/mi² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | Medium (6) |
| Flood | High (8) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/26/18 | 4:23 AM | 3.3 | 99.6 km | 1,150 m | 26km N of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 10/31/18 | 11:50 PM | 3 | 96.5 km | 5,000 m | 18km N of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 10/28/18 | 2:21 PM | 3.1 | 96.6 km | 4,870 m | 20km N of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 1/17/16 | 9:32 AM | 3.5 | 91.1 km | 2,060 m | 17km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 1/10/16 | 2:03 AM | 3.6 | 93 km | 2,700 m | 25km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 1/6/15 | 9:55 PM | 3.5 | 91.1 km | 3,950 m | 17km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 12/31/14 | 6:31 PM | 3.2 | 93.9 km | 5,000 m | 26km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 9/14/14 | 9:18 AM | 3.2 | 89.8 km | 3,090 m | 23km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 5/14/14 | 3:52 PM | 3.1 | 88.4 km | 4,540 m | 7km NNE of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
| 5/6/13 | 11:11 PM | 3 | 95.8 km | 5,600 m | 25km N of Snyder, Texas | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Merkel, Texas
Merkel is a town in Taylor County, Texas, United States. The population was 2,637 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Abilene, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area.
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