Merrick, NY Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Merrick, NY

Is Merrick, NY safe?

Merrick ranks as one of the safest communities on Long Island, earning an overall crime grade of A — the highest possible rating. Every neighborhood analyzed received an A+, meaning 100% of Merrick's neighborhoods fall into the top safety tier. With a poverty rate of just 2.3% and an unemployment rate of 2.1% — both well below national averages — the socioeconomic conditions that correlate with higher crime are largely absent here. Residents in both Merrick and North Merrick benefit from this consistently low-crime environment.

What is the crime rate in Merrick, NY?

Merrick's crime profile is exceptionally low across all measured categories. Both of the two neighborhoods analyzed — Merrick and North Merrick — achieved A+ grades, placing them in the safest 100% of analyzed areas citywide. No neighborhoods received grades of B, C, D, or F. For context, the combined share of safe neighborhoods (Grade A or B) stands at 100%, which is rare for any community of Merrick's size and density of roughly 1,997 residents per square mile.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Merrick?

Both analyzed neighborhoods in Merrick hold the top possible safety designation:

• Merrick — Grade: A+ | Population: ~20,682 | Median Household Income: $171,276
• North Merrick — Grade: A+ | Population: ~12,447 | Median Household Income: $157,042

North Merrick's slightly lower median income compared to the Merrick core does not translate into any measurable difference in safety — both neighborhoods achieved identical A+ grades. Families relocating to the area can consider either community with equal confidence from a crime-safety standpoint.

How does Merrick compare to other Long Island communities in terms of safety?

Merrick's across-the-board A+ performance in every analyzed neighborhood puts it in elite company on Long Island. With a median household income of $160,281, a median home value of $583,189, and a poverty rate of only 2.3%, Merrick combines strong economic indicators with top-tier safety grades. Communities where 100% of neighborhoods earn an A grade are statistically uncommon, making Merrick a standout destination for safety-conscious homebuyers and renters alike.

Is Merrick a good place to live based on crime and quality-of-life data?

The data strongly supports Merrick as an excellent place to live. Key indicators include:

• Overall Crime Grade: A (Very Safe)
• Neighborhood Safety Breakdown: 100% of neighborhoods graded A+ — 0% graded B, C, D, or F
• Unemployment Rate: 2.1% — significantly below the national average
• Poverty Rate: 2.3% — among the lowest for communities of this size
• Median Household Income: $160,281 — reflecting broad economic stability
• Median Home Value: $583,189 — indicating a stable, high-demand housing market

When crime grades, income levels, employment, and housing stability are considered together, Merrick consistently scores at the top end of the spectrum. Whether you are evaluating North Merrick or the Merrick core, the safety data reinforces what residents already know: this is one of Long Island's most secure and desirable communities.

Does population density affect crime levels in Merrick?

Merrick has a population density of approximately 1,997 people per square mile — a moderately dense suburban footprint. Despite this density, crime grades remain uniformly at A+ across all analyzed neighborhoods. Higher density does not appear to correlate with elevated crime here, likely due to the community's low poverty rate (2.3%), low unemployment (2.1%), and high median income ($160,281). Both Merrick and North Merrick demonstrate that a well-resourced, engaged community can maintain top safety grades regardless of density.