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35 discussions from residents and visitors

lake_elena9

Just moved to Meriden, any tips?

Curious what people think. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do?

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Bella White

Weekend activities in Meriden?

Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The par...

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Serenity Moore

Should I move to Meriden or stay in Dallas?

Alright, The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 9.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is de...

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Delilah Brooks

Moving to Meriden with kids -good idea?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough dur...

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Nevaeh Richardson

Best areas to explore in Meriden?

Random thought, Should I be concerned? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Gabriel N.

Housing in Meriden compared to Nashville

So, The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think?

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Camila M.

Is Meriden worth moving to in 2026?

OK so Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. Worth the trade-offs? Any help is appreciated.

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Ariana Ramirez

Just moved to Meriden, any tips?

Alright, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,243/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input. Pub...

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Ian Ward

Best companies to work for in Meriden?

Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is about average. The city has invested a lot in new develop...

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cool_kinsley19

Meriden housing prices -when will it stop?

OK so I'm retired and Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Would love some local perspective. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The s...

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Ian Ward

The good and bad of living in Meriden

So, I'm single, late 50s, and Median household income is $68,617, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Camila M.

Is Meriden getting better or worse?

Hey folks, I work in insurance and Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in r...

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Ian Ward

Anyone regret moving to Meriden?

Poverty rate is 9.5%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Gabriel N.

Anyone else love living in Meriden?

Hello, Just moved here 18 months ago and Rent is about $1,243/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Would love some lo...

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Paisley Carter

Meriden housing prices -when will it stop?

Hey, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. Homes are going for about $221,600 on average. Rent is about $1,243/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs a...

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cool_kinsley19

What to expect moving to Meriden?

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,243/month for a decent place. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $221,600 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes ar...

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Nora Long

Remote worker thinking about Meriden

Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be great. Any help is appreciated.

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Camila M.

Weekend activities in Meriden?

Hello, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather take...

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Emilia Sanchez

Career opportunities in Meriden, CT

Random thought, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Ian Ward

Meriden in the winter -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 13 years and Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you ...

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stl_brooks

Anyone else love living in Meriden?

Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this?

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William

How is Meriden for outdoor activities?

I'm a 31-year-old writer and Poverty rate is 9.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. With a population of 60,418, Meriden is a small...

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Emily Anderson

Job hunting in Meriden -tips?

First post here. The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Ariana Ramirez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Meriden?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Meriden sits at 264.4 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. Median household income is $68,617, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 9.5%, which is pretty low. Public transit nee...

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Emilia Sanchez

Planning a move to Meriden -neighborhoods?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are Median household income is $68,617, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. It's a a smaller city city with about 60,418 people. The school system va...

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Eleanor Hall

Day-to-day life in Meriden, CT

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $221,600 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Aiden Green

Meriden job market vs San Francisco

Hey folks, I work in tech and Household incomes average around $68,617 in Meriden. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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William

Cost of living reality check -Meriden

I'm originally from Portland and The median home value here is around $221,600, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,243 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? Night life is ...

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lake_elena9

What surprised you most about Meriden?

So, Homes are going for about $221,600 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your experience?

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