Merrick New York Map

About Merrick, New York

Merrick is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 21,744. The population density is 2261.6 people per km². Merrick is located at 40.6629°N, 73.5515°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11566.

Merrick, a residential jewel on Long Island's South Shore, unfurls under a sky that often carries the salty tang of the Atlantic, a subtle, ever-present reminder of its coastal embrace. It lies 1.7 miles east-north-east of Freeport, NY (from Freeport, NY: bearing 78°T), and is situated 7.6 miles south-east of North Hempstead. Gentle slopes, punctuated by mature trees whose leaves rustle in the sea breeze, give way to well-tended lawns and the quiet hum of suburban life. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon, can shimmer with a diffused golden light, softening the edges of the tidy neighborhoods and lending a peaceful character to the landscape. Creeks and channels, remnants of tidal marshes, meander through the periphery, their still waters reflecting the muted blues and greys of the changing sky, offering a counterpoint to the orderly streets. The history of Merrick is deeply entwined with the agricultural past of Long Island, its fertile soil once yielding crops before the post-war boom transformed it into the desirable residential enclave it is today. The local economy, while no longer dominated by farming, retains a vibrant commercial heart along Merrick Avenue, where a diverse array of shops and restaurants cater to the daily needs of its residents. This thoroughfare acts as a communal artery, its sidewalks alive with the unhurried pace of people going about their errands, a modern echo of the thoroughfares that once connected smaller hamlets. Merrick is also known for its excellent school system, a draw for families, and its proximity to the expansive Jones Beach State Park, a sprawling natural playground that offers a wilder, more elemental beauty just a short drive away.

About This Merrick Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Merrick, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.66288, -73.551516. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Merrick and Nassau County.

Detailed location data for Merrick includes the ZIP code (11566), telephone area code (516), county seat of Nassau County (Mineola), and school district assignment (Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Merrick is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.