Merriman, Nebraska

About Merriman

Set in the northwestern part of Nebraska, Merriman is a tiny community, home to 91 residents as of the latest Census estimates.

Officially, Merriman is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.03 square miles, giving it wide-open spaces and a spread-out, rural feel at roughly 88 residents per square mile.

📰 Merriman News Today

• Lucas Bear Obituary (2026) - Gordon, NE - Chamberlain Mortuary of Gordon Legacy | Obituary · Sep 19
• Nebraska auditor’s office alleges financial improprieties at 5 local governments KOLN | Nebraska Local News, Weather, Sports | Lincoln, NE · Jul 14
• Nebraska Auditor Flags Alleged Financial Improprieties in Merriman, Other Local Governments Rural Radio Network · Jul 15
• Allen woman charged after allegedly driving into Merriman business Panhandle News Channel Nebraska · Jun 22
• Lack of volunteers ends ambulance service in Merriman Nebraska Public Media · Oct 6

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What Makes Merriman Unique

• The only place in America named Merriman — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
• With 91 residents, it's one of America's smallest incorporated communities — everybody really does know everybody.
• Positioned in northwestern Nebraska, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

Why People Love It Here

• Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
• Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
• Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 25 miles.

🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Merriman

• Bowring Ranch State Historical Park reviews ★
• Cottonwood Lake State Recreation Area reviews ★

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