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Merkel, Texas, in Taylor county, is 16 miles W of Abilene, Texas (center to center) and 157 miles W of Fort Worth, Texas. The town is in the Abilene area. There are 2,637 residents in Merkel.
In Merkel, about 59% of adults are married.
In 2000, Merkel had a median family income of $34,250.
More campaign money flowed to the Democratic party than to competing parties.
As of 2000, the share of housing units in Merkel that were owner-occupied was 70%. Compared to most towns in the state, the town has reasonable real estate taxes.
In Merkel, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Merkel to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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