Information on Merriam, Johnson County
The City of Merriam is located in the state of Kansas, in Johnson County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Merriam City HALL, Johnson County
| Merriam City Hall's address | Merriam Merriam Municipal Building 9000 W 62nd Terr Merriam KS 66202 United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Phone number of Merriam City Hall | +1 913-322-5500 | |
| Merriam, KS email | Loading... | |
| Merriam official website | merriam.org | |
| Mayor of Merriam | Kenneth Sissom | |
| Johnson County, Kansas: Vital Records | Merriam vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Kansas birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Merriam
What county is Merriam KS in?Merriam, KS is located in Johnson County |
Where is Merriam, Kansas ?Merriam is located in Johnson County, within the state of Kansas, USA. It lies in the northeastern part of Kansas, part of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. Merriam is situated just southwest of downtown Kansas City, Missouri, and is bordered by the cities of Shawnee, Overland Park, and Mission. |
What is the cost of living in Merriam KS ?The cost of living in Merriam, Kansas (Johnson County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $200,000 for homes. Transportation expenses are about 10% lower than the national average, while grocery prices are comparable to national averages, making it a budget-friendly place to live overall. |
Merriam administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Kansas |
| County | Johnson - other counties in Kansas |
Merriam building department, KS
If you're planning a construction project in Merriam, KS, obtaining the necessary permits is an important first step. To request a permit, you will need to visit the Community Development Department, conveniently located at the Merriam City Hall. This office will provide you with all the forms and guidance required for your application. Since costs and processing times can vary, it's recommended to directly contact the department for the most accurate and up-to-date information tailored specifically to your project needs.
| Office | Merriam Community Development Department |
|---|---|
| City | Merriam |
| State | Kansas |
| Address | 9001 W 62nd St, Merriam, KS 66202 |
| Phone | 913-322-5520 |
| Website | https://www.merriam.org/158/Community-Development |
Demography of Merriam
| Name of Merriam inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 11 008 inhabitants | 32 / 2 739 | ||
| Population density in Merriam | 2 547,9 pop/sq mi (983,7 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
 | Rift - 2 Day Pass | 2025-08-08 at The Valentine Room at the Uptown Theater | |
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| Rift - Night 1 ft The Widdler, Bommer & Torcha | 2025-08-08 at The Valentine Room at the Uptown Theater | |
| Rift - Night 2 ft Ternion Sound, Chef Boyarbeatz, Criso | 2025-08-09 at The Valentine Room at the Uptown Theater | |
| Tommy Newport | 2025-06-12 at Encore at Uptown Theater | ||
 | Haywire -Shirts Vs. Skins USA Tour 2025 | 2025-07-11 at Encore at Uptown Theater | |
| Penelope Road | 2025-08-08 at Encore at Uptown Theater | ||
| Briscoe | 2025-08-19 at Encore at Uptown Theater |
List of Passport Facilities in Merriam, KS
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Merriam, KS
| Name | Street | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIC CENTER POST OFFICE | 550 NEBRASKA AVE | 9136210013 |
| BROOKRIDGE POST OFFICE | 9727 ANTIOCH RD | 9136497504 |
| CIVIC CENTER | 601 EAST 12TH STREET | 8163749182 |
| HICKMAN MILLS STATION | 6921 E 111TH STREET | 8167630542 |
| LONGVIEW STATION | 8800 RAYTOWN RD | 8167373275 |
| KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY-RUIZ BRANCH | 2017 WEST PENNWAY | 8167013487 |
| KANSAS MAIN OFFICE WINDOW UNIT | 30 W PERSHING RD SUITE 112 | 8163749182 |
| GLADSTONE POST OFFICE | 7170 N BROADWAY | 8164366587 |
| MARTIN CITY STATION | 10 E 135TH STREET | 8169438589 |
| KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY- WESTPORT BRANCH | 118 WESTPORT RD | 8167013488 |
| OLATHE MAIN POST OFFICE | 110 N CHESTNUT ST | 9138290445 |
| OLATHE EAST STATION | 15050 W 138TH ST | 9137822029 |
| RAYTOWN POST OFFICE | 10501 E 63RD ST | 8163560686 |
| GRANDVIEW POST OFFICE | 1415 MAIN ST | 8167610345 |
| KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY- TRAILS WEST BRANCH | 11401 E 23RD ST | 8167013483 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Merriam
There are 3 bank branches in Merriam.
Synchrony Bank is the most popular bank in Merriam with 1 branch offices, followed by U.S. Bank National Association with 1 branch offices and then Bank of Blue Valley with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Merriam:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
|---|---|---|
| Synchrony Bank | 1 | Full Service Cyber Office |
| U.S. Bank National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Bank of Blue Valley | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Merriam administrative numbers
| Merriam City code | 2046000 |
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| Merriam City postcode | 66202 (Another town has the same postcode) |
Transportation modes in Merriam
| Airport | Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport 9.1 miles Johnson County Executive Airport 12 miles 14 miles |
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Merriam territory
| Merriam area | 4,32 sq mi (11,19 km²) |
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| Merriam altitude | 932 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 39.0176 Longitude: -94.694 Latitude: 39° 1' 3'' North Longitude: 94° 41' 38'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Natural parks | Merriam isn't part of a natural park |
What is Merriam close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Mission, Roeland Park, Fairway and Prairie Village | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lake Quivira | Mission | Mission |
| Lake Quivira |  | Mission |
| Lenexa | Prairie Village | Prairie Village |
| Mission 2.1 miles | Roeland Park 3.3 miles | Fairway 3.5 miles |
| Prairie Village 3.8 miles | Mission Hills 4.1 miles | Lake Quivira 4.3 miles |
| Westwood 4.5 miles | Mission Woods 4.6 miles | Westwood Hills 4.8 miles |
| Shawnee 6 miles | Lenexa 6.9 miles | Kansas City 7.7 miles |
| Edwardsville 7.9 miles | Leawood 8.5 miles | Overland Park 8.9 miles |
| Bonner Springs 10.3 miles | Kansas City 10.7 miles | North Kansas City 11.1 miles |
| Riverside 11.2 miles | Olathe 11.4 miles | Avondale 12.4 miles |
Distance between Merriam and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1359 miles | Houston : 640 miles | Philadelphia : 1044 miles |
| Phoenix : 1038 miles | San Antonio : 696 miles | San Diego : 1324 miles |
| Dallas : 446 miles closest | San Jose : 1475 miles | Jacksonville : 952 miles |
| Indianapolis : 460 miles | San Francisco : 1533 miles | Austin : 627 miles |
| Columbus : 628 miles | Fort Worth : 456 miles | Charlotte : 808 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Leisure and activities in Merriam surrounding area
| Zoo | |
|---|---|
| The Kansas City Zoo to Kansas City 8.9 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Milburn Country Club to Overland Park 1.6 miles | Kansas City Country Club to Mission Hills 4.1 miles |
| Quivira Lake & Country Club to Lake Quivira 4.6 miles | Tomahawk Hills Golf Course to Shawnee 5.2 miles |
| Brookridge Country Club to Overland Park 5.3 miles | The Golf Club of Kansas to Lenexa 5.4 miles |
| Falcon Valley Golf Course to Lenexa 7.7 miles | Hallbrook Country Club to Leawood 8 miles |
| Overland Park Golf Club to Overland Park 8.2 miles | Falcon Ridge Golf Course to Lenexa 8.3 miles |