About Merrillville, Indiana

Merrillville, Indiana is a vibrant, welcoming community located in Lake County and part of the Gary Metropolitan Statistical Area. Known for its stable government, reasonable taxes, and outstanding local services, Merrillville is a place where families, businesses, and individuals can thrive. From its inception, the town has been a hub of opportunity and growth, creating a rich tapestry of cultural, recreational, and educational offerings.

Strategically situated just 40 miles from Chicago and well-connected by modern transportation networks, Merrillville serves as a convenient and ideal locale for anyone looking to enjoy the best of both small-town charm and big-city amenities. Whether you're interested in quality education, diverse housing options, robust healthcare facilities, or various recreational opportunities, Merrillville has something for everyone. We invite you to explore and discover what makes Merrillville a truly special place to live, work, and play.

Why Merrillville?

Stable government and reasonable taxes make Merrillville the place to be!

Local Government

Merrillville is a dynamic community with an active local government organization.

Form of Government

Town

Head of Governing Body

Town Council President

Composition of Governing Body

7 member Town Council

Incorporated

Yes

Government Class

Town

Recent Annual Budget

$9,000,000

Primary Source of Revenue

Property Taxes

Fire Insurance Rating

7

Local Taxes

Providing adequate local service while being fiscally responsible is the hallmark of Merrillville's government.

Property Tax Rate

$15.0000 per $100 valuation

Assessment Rate

33.33%

Tax Year Payable

2000

County Taxes

Taxes for Lake County are detailed below.

Adjusted Gross Income Tax

0.0%

Economic Development Income Tax

0.0%

County Option Income Tax

None

State Taxes

Indiana state taxes are as follows.

Retail Sales Tax

5%

Corporate Gross Income Tax (min)

0.3%

Corporate Gross Income Tax (max)

1.2%

Corporate Adjusted Gross Income Tax

3.4%

Supplemental Net Income Tax

4.5%

Corporate Franchise Tax

None

Machinery, Equipment and Inventory Tax

Property Tax

Unemployment Contribution Rates

Unemployment contribution rates for Indiana are detailed below.

Unemployment Contribution Rate (min)

0.2%

Unemployment Contribution Rate (max)

5.5%

Benefit Period

26 weeks maximum

Benefit Amount (min)

$116

Benefit Amount (max)

$225

Workers' Compensation Insurance Rates

Workers' compensation insurance rates for Indiana are detailed below.

Liability

Employer's liability

Benefit Rate

66 2/3% weekly wage

Benefit Amount (max)

$448

Location

Merrillville covers 35 square miles in Lake County, which is 497 square miles in size. It is part of the Gary Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Distance to Major Cities

• Chicago: 40 miles
• Indianapolis: 145 miles
• Detroit: 255 miles
• South Bend: 70 miles
• Fort Wayne: 120 miles
• Toledo: 220 miles

Population

Housing

The average cost of a home in Merrillville is $95,146. In addition, there are 1,000 rental units. For our visitors, 1,802 hotel and motel rooms are available.

Climate

Northern Indiana is fortunate to enjoy four distinct seasons. Merrillville is coolest in January with an average temperature of 20.1ºF and warmest in August with an average temperature of 72.9ºF.

Civic Organizations

• Kiwanis Club
• Exchange Club
• Jaycees
• Rotary
• Optimists Club
• Lions Club
• Civiton Club
• Inter-Club Council
• Chamber of Commerce
• Business & Professional Women
• Partners in Contracting Corp.

Cultural Attractions

• Whiting Park Festival Orchestra: 219-659-0292
• Pierogi Fest
• Northwest Indiana Symphony: 219-836-0525

Education

Merrillville has 10 schools serving a K-12 student population of 7,098. The area offers the following vocational training facilities, colleges and universities:

Vocational Training Facilities

• John Amico School of Hair Design: Merrillville
• Sawyer College: Merrillville
• Commonwealth Business College: Merrillville
• Davenport College: Merrillville
• Ivy Tech State College: Gary

Colleges and Universities

• Valparaiso University: Valparaiso, IN
• Calumet College: Whiting, IN
• Purdue University Calumet: Hammond, IN
• Indiana University Northwest: Gary, IN

Healthcare

Great healthcare is available in the area with 1,077 hospital beds serving Merrillville in the following institutions:

• Methodist Hospital: Merrillville
• St. Anthony Medical Center: Crown Point, 219-738-2100

Recreation and Relaxation

Merrillville has 1 library containing 635,818 volumes.

Parks

• 14 local parks in Merrillville
• 1 county park in Lake County
• 1 state park near Merrillville

Golf Courses

2 public and 1 private golf courses are available.

Lakes

2 nearby lakes for your recreational pleasure.