Merriam Kansas Map
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Interactive Map of Merriam, Kansas
| City | Merriam |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 39.023616 |
| Longitude | -94.69357 |
| Population | 11,098 |
| Density | 992.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 66203 |
| Area Code | 913 |
| County Seat | Olathe |
| School District | Shawnee Mission Public Schools Unified School District |
About Merriam, Kansas
Merriam is a locality in Johnson County, Kansas, United States. It has a population of 11,098. The population density is 992.6 people per km². Merriam is located at 39.0236°N, 94.6936°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Merriam is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 66203.Merriam stretches across a landscape where the horizon widens under the vast, unblinking Kansas sky. It lies 1.9 miles southeast of Shawnee, KS (from Shawnee, KS: bearing 131°T), and is situated 8.1 miles southwest of Kansas City. Turkey Creek carves a path through the earth here, its presence shaping the verdant corridors that offer a cool reprieve from the summer heat. Residents often find quiet reflection along the Turkey Creek Streamway, where the rustle of cottonwoods accompanies the steady, modest flow of the water. To the west, the subtle rise of Badger Ridge punctuates the skyline, a reminder of the geologic patience that defined this prairie expanse. The light at dusk settles over the fields in long, amber ribbons, turning the grasses into a sea of swaying gold.
Merriam grew from the steady labor of those who recognized the utility of its position along the early transit routes of the American interior. The economy evolved from the agrarian roots of the plains into a diverse landscape of commerce and service industries that support the daily needs of the region. Local businesses thrive on a foundation of reliability, mirroring the resilience of a people who have long weathered the shifting winds of the central corridor. While the echoes of the past linger in the architecture of older thoroughfares, modern industry provides a current of energy that keeps the pace of life purposeful and forward-looking. Economic stability here remains tied to the capacity for adaptation, ensuring that the legacy of those who first broke the soil is honored through continued growth.
Merriam carries a character defined by its blend of suburban comfort and a persistent connection to the surrounding woodland and plains. The Turkey Creek Streamway Trail invites travelers to move through the environment at a human pace, connecting the various neighborhoods through a shared ribbon of asphalt and nature. A sense of collective pride often finds expression in local gatherings where the community marks the passage of seasons with simple, earnest celebrations. Notable landmarks like the nearby Black Swan Lake provide a focal point for those seeking a moment of stillness away from the hum of the modern world. While Merriam serves as a quiet home to many, it reflects the broader, industrious spirit of the plains, where the horizon remains a constant invitation to look toward what lies ahead.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Planting the Seeds (Public Artwork) — 0.1 mi, 332° NW
- Turkey Creek Streamway (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 222° SW
- Antioch (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 155° SE
- Helen S. Cuddy Rose Garden (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 153° SE
- Natural Area (Viewpoint) — 1.1 mi, 156° SE
- Fire Circle (Theatre) — 1.1 mi, 154° SE
- Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 150° SE
- Gum Springs (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 238° SW
- AT&T Pocket Park (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 191° S
- Sylvester Powell Jr Community Center (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 096° E
- George R. Shlegel Gallery (Gallery) — 3.1 mi, 073° E
- Candy Cane Lane (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 141° SE
- Johnson County Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 260° W
- The 1950's All - Electric House Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 260° W
- Legler Barn Museum (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 260° W
- Harmon Park Swale (Historic Ruins) — 4.1 mi, 127° SE
- R.G. Endres Gallery (Gallery) — 4.1 mi, 125° SE
- Concorde Nose (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 093° E
- Hook Gallery & Framing (Gallery) — 5.2 mi, 069° E
- The Theatre in the Park (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 245° SW
- Tivoli Cinemas (Cinema) — 5.8 mi, 069° E
- Leawood Movie Theater (Cinema) — 5.8 mi, 143° SE
- Weston Bend State Park (State Park) — 26.2 mi, 339° N
- Big Muddy National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 29.2 mi, 064° NE · 32k acres
- Marais Des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 52.9 mi, 179° S · 15k acres
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About This Merriam Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Merriam, Kansas. Coordinates: 39.023616, -94.69357. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Merriam includes the ZIP code (66203), telephone area code (913), county seat of Johnson County (Olathe), and school district assignment (Shawnee Mission Public Schools Unified School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
