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Merrick New York Map

Explore Merrick, New York, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Merrick, New York

How to Use This Merrick, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Merrick, New York. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New York or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Merrick.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Merrick
State	New York (NY)
County	Nassau County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.651637
Longitude	-73.551927
Population	22,040
Density	2137.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	11566
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

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About Merrick, New York

Merrick is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 22,040. The population density is 2137.6 people per km². Merrick is located at 40.6516°N, 73.5519°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11566.

Merrick holds a distinct place upon the coastal plain where the landscape yields to the influence of the tides. It lies 1.3 miles west-southwest of Bellmore, NY (from Bellmore, NY: bearing 253°T), and is situated 7.6 miles southeast of North Hempstead. The Cedar Swamp Creek defines the local hydrology, carving a quiet path through the terrain as it meanders toward the shore. Residents find a serene focal point in Newbridge Pond, a natural basin that reflects the shifting sky and anchors the immediate surroundings. Though the Appalachian Mountains stand far beyond the horizon, the land here remains low and level, shaped by the proximity of Randall Bay just two miles away. Beyond the local greenery, the TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Land preserves open space, offering a quiet respite from the suburban pace.

Merrick evolved from its early agricultural roots into a residential center that mirrors the broader economic shifts of the Long Island region. The local economy relies heavily on a diverse range of professional services and retail trade, supporting a workforce that often commutes to larger hubs. Small businesses and neighborhood commerce define the daily rhythm, reflecting a stability built over generations of development. As the area transitioned from farming to a more dense, suburban character, the focus moved toward specialized industries and educational services. The economic fiber of Merrick remains tied to its accessibility, allowing it to function as a vital residential artery for the surrounding corridor.

Cultural life in Merrick finds its expression in the neighborhood schools and the collective gatherings that mark the passing seasons. Notable individuals such as the comedian Jerry Seinfeld spent formative years here, absorbing the specific nuances of the local environment. Residents often navigate toward the nearby coastal reaches, finding a sense of identity in the maritime air that drifts inland from the direction of Fighting Island. Landmarks are often modest and enduring, ranging from local historical sites to the quiet corners of the TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Land where the wildlife remains undisturbed. Whether attending events at local venues or observing the gray light of a late autumn afternoon, the people of Merrick maintain a steady, grounded approach to their daily affairs.

Nearby Outdoor Places

COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 038° NE
Merrie Merrick (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 261° W
Merrick County Preserve (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 041° NE
TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Land (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 008° N
Site of Stage Coach Stop (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 323° NW
Nassau County Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.3 mi, 045° NE
Cannon (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 283° W
Colonel James Dean Historic Site (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 262° W
Bellmore Playhouse (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 041° NE
Nautical Mile (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 233° SW
Woodcleft Scenic Pier (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 222° SW
Bellmore Maintenance Facility (Historic Castle / Fort) — 2.6 mi, 025° NE
Seaford Historical Society (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 071° E
Tackapausha Museum Library (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 073° E
Jones Beach State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 172° S
Tackapusha Nature Preserve Entrance (Nature Reserve) — 4.2 mi, 060° NE
T. Jones' Cabin (Historic Ruins) — 4.3 mi, 059° NE
US Army Corps of Engineers Survey Point (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 197° S
Massapequa County Preserve (Local Recreation) — 4.4 mi, 076° E
Wilbur Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 302° NW
Madison Theatre (Theatre) — 4.6 mi, 301° NW
Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center (Museum) — 4.6 mi, 186° S
Hempstead Lake State Park (State Park) — 5.0 mi, 302° NW
Lido Beach Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 5.0 mi, 219° SW · 46 acres
Nassau County International Cricket Stadium (Stadium) — 5.6 mi, 347° N
African American Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 315° NW
Gilgo State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 8.5 mi, 102° E
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 12.0 mi, 259° W · 47k acres
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.1 mi, 002° N · 6,772 acres
Fire Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 17.2 mi, 095° E · 23k acres

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