| City | Rank | 2026 Pop. ↓ | 2020 Pop. | Annual Change | Density (/mi²) | Area (mi²) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central City | 1 | 3,217 | 3,015 | 1.04% | 1,321 | 2 | City |
| Palmer | 2 | 444 | 438 | 0.23% | 831 | 1 | Village |
| Clarks | 3 | 337 | 341 | -0.3% | 1,073 | 0 | Village |
| Silver Creek | 4 | 324 | 317 | 0.31% | 1,174 | 0 | Village |
| Chapman | 5 | 266 | 259 | 0.38% | 596 | 0 | Village |
Central City is the largest city in Merrick County, with a population of 3,217.
Chapman is the smallest city in Merrick County, with a population of 266.
There are 5 cities in Merrick County, Nebraska.