As of December 2024 the median rental rate in Merkel is $793 which is $441 (36%) less than the median of $1,234 for Taylor County, $556 (41%) less than the median of $1,349 for Texas and $804 (50%) less than the median of $1,597 for the United States.
| Median | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | 3 Beds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merkel | $793 | $573 | $778 | $1,027 |
| Taylor County | $1,234 | $939 | $1,168 | $1,593 |
| Texas | $1,349 | $1,035 | $1,318 | $1,695 |
| United States | $1,597 | $1,236 | $1,565 | $1,989 |
