Median Income
$74,297
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$143,300
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How Meriden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population798
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density1,036/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,297
Per Capita$30,805
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$501M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$143,300
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,837
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Elevation978 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Libraries6
Is Meriden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Meriden receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Meriden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Meriden is $74,297, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Meriden is $143,300, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Meriden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Meriden has a population of 798 with a density of 1,036 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
The median household income in Meriden is $74,297, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,297 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,805 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $990 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,806 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 416 |
| County GDP | $501M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,086 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Meriden is $143,300, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,837.
Home Values
| Census Median | $143,300 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $289,837 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $840 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,086 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.85% |
In Meriden, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Meriden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,032/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 27 |
Crime Rates: Meriden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Meriden has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.5 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,036/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1895°N, 95.5681°W |
| County FIPS | 20087 |