Meridian, MS

Mississippi · Lauderdale County

Meridian is a mid-size city in Mississippi with a population of 34,466. Residents earn $34,657 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

34,466 Population 641/sq mi density

$34,657 Median Income $25,531 per capita

$100,800 Home Value $112,535 Zillow

$865 Median Rent 33.3% income on rent

66°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr

491 Violent Crime/100K 4,000 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.3 / 5.0

$34,657 median income, 3.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$100,800 home value, $865/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

491 violent crimes/100K (29% above avg)

C+

Education

2.7 / 5.0

20.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $34,657

54% lower than US avg

Home Value $100,800

64% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 491/100K

29% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.7%

39% lower than US avg

Median Rent $865

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 46.8%

46% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.4%

121% higher than US avg

How Meridian Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population34,466

Median Age39.4 yrs

Density641/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 30%

Veterans9.5%

Economy

Median Income$34,657

Per Capita$25,531

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty27.4%

County GDP$4,841M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$100,800

Rent$865

Ownership47.6%

Zillow$112,535

Housing Units17,814

Rent Burden33.3%

Crime

Violent491/100K

Property4,000/100K

Murder38.0/100K

Assault214/100K

Burglary1,196/100K

Health

Obesity46.8%

Uninsured15.4%

Smoking22.7%

Depression19.2%

Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain57.0 in/yr

Sunny Days304/yr

Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.7%

High School+82.2%

Graduate+8.5%

School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute19 min

Broadband79.1%

EV Stations6

Libraries1

Is Meridian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meridian receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Meridian has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meridian is $34,657, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meridian is $100,800, 64% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 491 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,000 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meridian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Meridian has a population of 34,466 with a density of 641 people per square mile, spread across 53.7 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.9% female and 46.1% male. The city is predominantly Black (62.5%), with 30.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 9.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

34,466

Total Population

641

People / sq mi

39.4yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

53.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%

Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Meridian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.6%

81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meridian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meridian is $34,657, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,531 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $907, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,889 business establishments, including 185 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Meridian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$34,657
	54% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,531
Avg Weekly Wage	$907
IRS Avg AGI	$67,725
Gini Index	0.507 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	27.4%
	121% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,889
County GDP	$4,841M

Business (County)

Restaurants	185
Healthcare	217
Retail	356
Manufacturing	54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,033
	15% above US avg
Cost of Living	87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.8 min
Drive Alone	80.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Meridian is $100,800, 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,535, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 117.6% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $782 for a one-bedroom to $924 for a two-bedroom apartment. 47.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 17,814 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,033. 33.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$100,800
	64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$112,535
Median List Price	$132,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$132,000
$/Sq Ft	$9
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	117.6%
Price Drops	18.3%
Inventory	93

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$865
	26% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,043
Rent Burden	33.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$751
1 Bedroom	$782
2 Bedrooms	$924
3 Bedrooms	$1,177
4 Bedrooms	$1,295

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	47.6%
Owner-Occupied	47.6%
Renter-Occupied	52.4%
Housing Units	17,814
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,033
	15% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.00%

In Meridian, 46.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.5% of residents, above the national average. 47.7% have high blood pressure. 22.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.9% report binge drinking. 40.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.2% report depression. 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 15.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:988. The dentist ratio is 1:1,364. 58.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5

1.0

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

1.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

1.4

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

54.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.3

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

115.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Meridian vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	46.8%
	46% above US avg
Diabetes	17.6%
Heart Disease	7.5%
High Blood Pressure	47.7%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	10.2%
Cancer	5.8%
Stroke	5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.7%
	62% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.9%
Physical Inactivity	40.5%
Depression	19.2%
Mental Distress	20.3%
Physical Distress	16.9%
Short Sleep	45.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.7%
Uninsured	15.4%
	79% above US avg
Primary Care	1:988
Dentists	1:1,364
Mental Health	1:278
Checkup Rate	81.7%
Dental Visits	7.4%
Premature Death	14,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.3/10
Exercise Access	58.4%
Healthcare Facilities	217

Meridian has a violent crime rate of 491 per 100,000 residents, 29% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 214.2 per 100,000, robbery at 195.2, rape at 43.4. The murder rate is 38.0 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,000 per 100,000, 104% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,451, burglary at 1,196, vehicle theft at 353 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Meridian receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Meridian vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	490.8/100K
	29% above US avg
Murder	38.0/100K
	503% above US avg
Rape	43.4/100K
Robbery	195.2/100K
Assault	214.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,999.7/100K
	104% above US avg
Burglary	1,195.8/100K
Theft	2,451.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	352.5/100K
Arson	29.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	185
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Meridian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	65.9°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	394 ft (120 m)
Area	53.7 sq mi (139.2 km²)
Population Density	641/sq mi
Coordinates	32.3842°N, 88.6894°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Lauderdale County County
Nearest Airport	Golden Triangle Regional (GTR) 74 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"

50% above US avg

Snowfall 0.6"

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.65"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0420 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	87.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	87.2 / 100
Community Resilience	57.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jul 16, 1993	2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama	M3.7	78 km
Jun 30, 2015	12 km W of Union, Alabama	M3.5	90 km
Mar 25, 1996	11 km NNE of Quitman, Mississippi	M3.5	28 km
May 28, 1995	14 km WSW of Coker, Alabama	M3.4	121 km
Jun 24, 1998	11 km W of Demopolis, Alabama	M3.4	70 km
Mar 22, 2005	9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama	M3.3	85 km
May 3, 2015	7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	132 km
Jun 29, 2015	6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.2	131 km
Mar 12, 2015	14 km W of Union, Alabama	M3.1	87 km
May 16, 2008	10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama	M3.1	82 km
Feb 27, 2015	11 km WSW of Union, Alabama	M3.1	89 km
May 21, 2002	7 km ESE of York, Alabama	M3.0	45 km
Sep 11, 1992	5 km SSE of Riverview, Alabama	M3.0	141 km
Mar 15, 2025	5 km NNE of Magee, Mississippi	M3.0	108 km
May 3, 2015	8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi	M3.0	135 km
Sep 13, 1998	6 km NNE of Coker, Alabama	M2.9	141 km
May 7, 1998	9 km SSE of Bellamy, Alabama	M2.8	54 km
Aug 9, 2019	Mississippi	M2.8	127 km
Feb 19, 2015	14 km W of Union, Alabama	M2.8	89 km
Aug 13, 2015	9 km WSW of Union, Alabama	M2.7	90 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Ida (2021, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2021	Ida	Category 3	282 km
2020	Sally	Category 2	214 km
2020	Zeta	Category 2	111 km
2017	Nate	Category 1	223 km
2005	Dennis	Category 3	220 km
2005	Katrina	Category 3	86 km
2004	Ivan	Category 3	144 km
1998	Georges	Category 2	199 km
1997	Danny	Category 1	233 km
1995	Opal	Category 3	208 km
1995	Erin	Category 2	228 km
1985	Elena	Category 3	215 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

648 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 68 fatalities, 929 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011	EF5	61 km	3
Apr 28, 2014	EF4	89 km	10
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	86 km	7
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	98 km	0
Mar 12, 1986	EF4	9 km	0
Feb 23, 1977	EF4	87 km	2
May 27, 1973	EF4	85 km	7
Dec 2, 1967	EF4	74 km	2
May 1, 1953	EF4	33 km	2
Jun 18, 2023	EF3	70 km	1
Mar 22, 2022	EF3	31 km	0
Mar 25, 2021	EF3	95 km	0
Dec 16, 2019	EF3	91 km	0
Apr 28, 2014	EF3	81 km	0
Apr 28, 2014	EF3	72 km	0
Apr 11, 2013	EF3	33 km	1
Oct 17, 2012	EF3	72 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	48 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	98 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	65 km	7

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,062 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	UNNAMED	5,062	93 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,999	97 km
2021	CHICKASAWHAY - CPT 398 399	4,697	94 km
2014	BIEN 75-78	4,658	80 km
2021	BIENVILLE - CPT 38-39-40	4,545	87 km
2005	UNNAMED	4,500	89 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,245	97 km
2014	UNNAMED	4,189	100 km
2010	CPT 341	4,101	92 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,007	85 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,956	97 km
2005	UNNAMED	3,794	89 km
2010	COMP 222-223-224	3,745	80 km
2016	MSNXR FY16 RX 1703B	3,633	95 km
1988	UNNAMED	3,616	96 km
1990	UNNAMED	3,605	94 km
2002	UNNAMED	3,593	96 km
2005	UNNAMED	3,556	67 km
2017	UNNAMED	3,547	93 km
2010	CPT 393	3,474	89 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	48°F (9°C)	5.6 in
February	49°F (9°C)	5.3 in
March	56°F (13°C)	6.7 in	Wettest
April	63°F (17°C)	5.6 in
May	71°F (22°C)	4.7 in
June	78°F (25°C)	3.8 in
July	83°F (28°C)	5.6 in	Warmest
August	80°F (27°C)	3.6 in
September	75°F (24°C)	3.6 in
October	64°F (18°C)	3.4 in	Driest
November	55°F (13°C)	4.7 in
December	48°F (9°C)	5.6 in	Coldest

Meridian has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and October the driest (3.4").

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Meridian is located in Lauderdale County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 20.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 39% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.2% of the vote, a 21.2-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 217 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%

D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	185
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.7%
	39% below US avg
High School+	82.2%
Graduate Degree+	8.5%
School Test Score	4.42

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density	641/sq mi
Total Area	53.7 sq mi
County	Lauderdale County County

Services

Broadband Access	79.1%
Avg Download Speed	28.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	2.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	217
Restaurants	185
Retail Stores	356

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.8 min
Drive Alone	80.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Average costs for common services in Meridian. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$218 ($131–$348)
Specialist Visit	$305 ($174–$479)
Urgent Care Visit	$174 ($87–$305)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,914 ($696–$4,350)
Dental Cleaning	$113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling	$218 ($131–$348)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$65 ($44–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement	$261 ($131–$435)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$522 ($348–$870)
Battery Replacement	$174 ($87–$305)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$87 ($52–$131)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$78 ($44–$122)
HVAC Repair	$348 ($131–$696)
HVAC System Install	$6,090 ($3,480–$10,440)
Roof Repair	$870 ($348–$1,740)
Roof Replacement	$7,830 ($4,785–$13,050)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,305 ($435–$3,045)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,050 ($4,350–$26,100)
DUI Defense	$4,350 ($1,740–$8,700)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,305 ($696–$2,610)
Will Preparation	$435 ($174–$870)
Trust Preparation	$2,175 ($870–$4,350)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut	$48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$131 ($65–$218)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour)	$70 ($44–$113)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.57 ($2.61–$4.79)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.05 ($2.18–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread	$3.31 ($2.18–$4.79)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.92 ($2.61–$5.66)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.79 ($3.48–$6.53)
Rice (per lb)	$0.87 ($0.52–$1.57)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$122 ($70–$218)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$131)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$57 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$74 ($44–$131)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,740 ($1,044–$3,045)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($6.96–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$87 ($26–$218)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$65)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,044 ($522–$2,175)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$870 ($435–$1,740)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$348 ($174–$609)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$870 ($348–$2,175)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$10,875 ($4,350–$26,100)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$87 ($44–$174)
Dog Grooming	$52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$261 ($131–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$174 ($87–$348)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$497
Toddler	$452
Preschool	$452
Family Childcare (monthly)

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lauderdale County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	6,209	236	$53,805	1.40
Retail Trade	4,266	380	$33,491	1.38
Accommodation & Food Services	3,703	197	$19,978	1.31
Manufacturing	2,058	64	$63,304	0.81
Administrative & Waste Services	1,709	100	$30,958	0.94
Wholesale Trade	1,495	64	$62,326	1.22
Construction	1,049	133	$56,049	0.64
Educational Services	836	19	$85,046	1.30
Transportation & Warehousing	779	68	$55,779	0.59
Finance & Insurance	773	127	$69,627	0.61
Other Services	627	159	$41,414	0.67
Professional & Technical Services	547	123	$59,506	0.25
Management of Companies	538	12	$82,842	1.03
Real Estate	278	78	$42,674	0.58
Utilities	239	16	$86,867	2.03
Arts & Entertainment	222	14	$21,189	0.43
Information & Technology	220	22	$53,337	0.38
Agriculture & Forestry	106	21	$54,803	0.42
Mining & Oil/Gas	7	7	$75,678	0.06

Colleges & Universities in Meridian

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Meridian Community College	Public · Associate	3,665	—	$3,932	$5,992

Hospitals in Meridian

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
OCHSNER RUSH HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(601) 483-0011
ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(601) 553-6000
ALLIANCE HEALTH CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	—	Yes	(601) 483-6211
ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER SOUTH CAMPUS	Acute Care Hospitals	—	Yes	(601) 484-3590

Schools in Meridian

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL	High	1,301	91	14.3:1
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	699	63	11.1:1
WEST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	687	48	14.3:1
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL	High	642	49	13.1:1
NORTHWEST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL	Middle	566	38	14.9:1
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	565	40	14.1:1
CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	520	41	12.7:1
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	503	36	14.0:1
WEST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	478	27	17.7:1
T J HARRIS ELEMENTARY	Elementary	434	35	12.4:1
MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	428	34	12.6:1
CLARKDALE HIGH SCHOOL	High	419	35	12.0:1
POPLAR SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	412	28	14.7:1
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	408	32	12.8:1
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL	High	396	29	13.7:1
SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	365	26	14.0:1
OAKLAND HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	328	25	13.1:1
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	259	18	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Meridian

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Meridian

4 campgrounds found near Meridian.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Collinsville Shelter (Okatibbee)	5.0/5	1	$50
East Bank Shelter (Okatibbee)	5.0/5	1	$50
TWILTLEY BRANCH	4.4/5	63	$14–$60
West Bank Shelter (Okatibbee)	—	1	$50

National Parks Near Meridian

6 national parks and monuments found near Meridian.

Park	Type	Fee
Bladon Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Chickasaw State Park	State Park	Free
Clarkco State Park	State Park	Free
Golden Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Legion Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Roosevelt State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Meridian

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SOUTHERN ARTS AND ENTRMT CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	P O BOX 148 2118 FRONT STREET	6015811550	$21,673,147
MISSISSIPPI INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	402 19TH AVE	6016939905	$131,493
CONSTANTINE REA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRAND OPERA HOUSE OF MISSISSIPPI	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6014853278
JIMMIE RODGERS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6014851808
MERIDIAN MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6016931501
MERIDIAN ZOOLOGICAL PARK	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		6014845794
STONEWALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 357

Libraries in Meridian

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MERIDIAN-LAUDERDALE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	2517 SEVENTH STREET	0.0	152,100

Farmers Markets in Meridian

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Meridian/Lauderdal County Farmers Market	Underpass-Front Street

Hotels in Meridian

19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

America's Best Value Inn

Baymont

Baymont Inn & Suites

Baymont Meridian

Comfort Inn

Days Inn

Drury Inn & Suites

E.F. Young Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Meridian

Hilton Gardens Inn Meridian

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Meridian

Home2 Suites

La Quinta Inn & Suites Meridian

Microtel Inn & Suites

Quality Inn

Red Roof Inn

Union Hotel

Restaurants in Meridian

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Buffalo Wild Wings

Chick Fil A

Chili's

Cracker Barrel

Dickey's Barbecue Pit

El Norte

IHOP

McAlister's Deli

Mr Taco

Newk's

O'Charley's

Olive Garden

Outback Steakhouse

Penn's Restaurant

Pizza Hut

Red Lobster

Sake

San Marcos

Waffle House

Cafes in Meridian

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joe Mugg's Coffee

Cinemas in Meridian

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regal UA Bonita Lakes

Theatres in Meridian

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

MSU Riley Center

Temple Theater for the Performing Arts

Clinics in Meridian

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fresenius Kidney Care

Veterinaries in Meridian

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #9892008566

Train Stations in Meridian

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meridian Union Station;Meridian

Bus Stations in Meridian

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meridian Union Station Bus Station

Gas Stations in Meridian

20 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEFCO

Chevron

Exxon

Kangaroo Express

Marathon

Pilot

Sam's Club

Shell

shell

Shell

Texaco

Valero

Walmart

Banks in Meridian

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citizens National Bank2

Great Southern Bank2

Regions Bank

Shopping Malls in Meridian

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Uptown Meridian

Uptown Meridian Mall

Golf Courses in Meridian

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northwood Country Club

Nursing Homes in Meridian

8 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NORTH POINTE HEALTH & REHABILITATION 211 WINDMILL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	60	55	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	6014862525
REGINALD P WHITE NURSING FACILITY 1451 NORTH LAKELAND DRIVE/PO BOX 4128	Government - State	105	88	3/5	—	5/5	1/5	6015818500
JAMES T CHAMPION 1455 NORTH LAKELAND DRIVE	Government - State	105	88	2/5	—	5/5	4/5	6015818450
QUEEN CITY NURSING CENTER 1201 28TH AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	84	53	2/5	—	5/5	5/5	6014831467
GOLDEN LIVING CENTER-MERIDIAN 4728 HIGHWAY 39 N/BOX 3604	For profit - Corporation	120	108	1/5	—	1/5	3/5	6014828151
MERIDIAN COMM LIVING CENTER 517 33RD STREET	For profit - Corporation	58	39	1/5	—	3/5	3/5	6014833916
POPLAR SPRINGS NURSING CTR, LLC 6615 P0PLAR SPRINGS DR	For profit - Corporation	91	87	1/5	—	3/5	2/5	6014835256
THE OAKS REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER 3716 HIGHWAY 39 NORTH	For profit - Corporation	82	74	1/5	—	2/5	1/5	6014827164

Pharmacies in Meridian

25 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ALLIANCE HEALTH CENTER	5000 STATE HIGHWAY 39 NORTH	601-483-6211
ANDERSON PHARMACY - JEFF ANDERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	2024 15TH STREET	601-483-4221
CVS - 5825	820 HIGHWAY 19 NORTH	601-482-7194
CVS - 5835	5017 HIGHWAY 493 AND BROADMOOR	601-482-3141
EAST MISSISSIPPI STATE HOSPITAL	4555 HIGHLAND PARK DRIVE	601-581-7600
FRED'S - 7680	626 22ND AVENUE SOUTH	601-701-0019
GREATER MERIDIAN HEALTH CLINIC	2701 DAVIS STREET	601-693-0162
MEDICAP PHARMACY	2000 24TH AVENUE	601-693-0033
MERIDIAN LONG TERM CARE PHARMACY	1313 22ND AVENUE	601-693-1635
MISTER DISCOUNT DRUGS - 3	4420 8TH STREET	601-482-5578
MR DISCOUNT DRUGS - 1	2205 14TH STREET	601-693-1978
MR DISCOUNT DRUGS - 2	4832 POPLAR SPRINGS DRIVE	601-483-3784
MR DISCOUNT DRUGS - RUSH CLINIC	1800 12TH STREET	601-703-9642
NAVY BRANCH HEALTH CLINIC MERIDIAN-DOD	1801 FULLER ROAD	601-679-2243
PIGGLY WIGGLY	2934 NORTH HILLS STREET	601-693-3681
RITE AID - 7217	2901 NORTH HILLS STREET	601-482-8197
TRANSCRIPT PHARMACY EAST	1815 HIGHWAY 39 NORTH	601-483-4541
VITAL CARE OF MERIDIAN/WEST ALABAMA	1501 23RD AVENUE	601-482-4003
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1271	2400 HIGHWAY 19 NORTH	601-482-3170
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 981	1733 2ND STREET SOUTH	601-485-2218
WALGREENS - 12537	4910 POPLAR SPRINGS DRIVE	601-483-3997
WALGREENS - 7580	1415 24TH AVENUE	601-693-5302
WINN DIXIE - 472	2014 HIGHWAY 45 NORTH	601-482-5799
WINN DIXIE - 536	2120 HIGHWAY 19 NORTH	601-485-9850
WINN-DIXIE - 533	5100 HIGHWAY 39 NORTH	601-485-0818

EV Charging Stations in Meridian

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Bonita Lakes Mall - Tesla Supercharger	1210 Bonita Lakes Drive	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
KIA OF MERIDIAN SERVICE_FAST_C	1217 MS-39	ChargePoint Network		1	J1772COMBO	public
KIA OF MERIDIAN STATION1	1217 MS-39	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public
Naval Facilities Engineering Command - Naval Air Station Meridian	Naval Air Station Meridian	Non-Networked			NEMA515	private
Tru by Hilton Meridian - Tesla Destination	519 Azalea Dr	Tesla Destination	3		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Meridian

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1569 County Road 480 (77161)	GTOWER	127
4300 Highway 145 (TV HILL CELL SITE)	TOWER	113
4300 Highway 145 (TV HILL CELL SITE)	TOWER	113
6391 DUNN'S FALL RD (77153)	GTOWER	110
4651 Shelby Gressett Road (77167)	GTOWER	110
I-59	TOWER	99
(Collinsville site) Highway 19 North	GTOWER	97
3575 Lauderdale Road	TOWER	89
2792 OLD HIGHWAY 19 SOUTHEAST (79303)	LTOWER	75

Fire Stations in Meridian

Name	Address	Type	Phone
186 Air Refueling Wing Fire & Emergency Services Flight	6225 M ST	Career	601-484-9742
City of Meridian Fire Department	2500 14TH ST	Career	601-485-1822
Clarkdale Volunteer Fire and Rescue	6934 Highway 145 S	Volunteer	601-000-0000
Long Creek Volunteer Fire Department	4892 Zero RD	Volunteer	601-481-1965
Naval Air Station Meridian	3 Fuller RD	Career	601-679-2972
South Volunteer Fire Department	4849 Valley RD	Volunteer	601-482-9852
Vimville Volunteer Fire Department	3124 Bolen Long Creek RD	Volunteer	601-482-4765

Power Plants Near Meridian

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
MERIDIAN III	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-88.6	OP
MERIDIAN II	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-88.6	OP
MERIDIAN	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-88.7	OP
SWEATT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; NATURAL GAS	221112	-88.8	OP

Bridges in Meridian

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	887	55,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	160	55,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1974	312	48,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	382	48,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	573	48,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1949	31	40,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	1,218	40,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1949	26	40,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	342	26,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	182	26,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	362	26,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	246	20,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	246	20,000	G
Frame	Concrete	1950	39	18,720	F
Culvert	Concrete	1961	22	15,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1988	296	14,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1930	28	12,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1946	400	11,660	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	1,006	9,200	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1938	32	8,300	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1989	186	8,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	352	7,900	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2010	160	7,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1940	24	7,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	34	7,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1965	260	6,700	F
Culvert	Concrete	1989	32	6,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	220	5,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	248	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	248	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	197	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1993	197	5,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	382	4,200	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	33	3,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	219	3,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	443	3,800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	20	3,800	F
Culvert	Concrete	1960	25	3,500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1977	50	3,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	166	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	166	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	210	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	210	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	322	3,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	322	3,300	G
Culvert	Concrete	1975	21	3,300	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	31	3,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1950	31	3,000	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	69	3,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	274	2,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	274	2,900	F
Culvert	Concrete	1945	25	2,800	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1933	65	2,700	G
Culvert	Concrete	1960	52	2,500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	31	2,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	193	2,200	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Concrete continuous	1993	428	2,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1994	120	2,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	300	2,000	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	69	2,000	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2023	69	1,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	57	1,570	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	352	1,500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	50	1,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	213	1,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	347	1,300	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1971	57	1,150	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	201	1,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	353	1,050	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	353	1,050	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	970	1,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1955	35	970	F
Culvert	Concrete	1994	34	750	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	240	750	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1968	57	700	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	40	700	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1914	33	700	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	31	700	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	50	660	F
Culvert	Concrete	1950	21	650	F
Culvert	Concrete	1967	22	600	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1991	69	550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	360	550	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	31	500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1940	42	490	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1914	35	470	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1992	131	437	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1991	76	420	G
Slab	Concrete	1930	28	420	F
Culvert	Concrete	1950	21	400	F
Culvert	Concrete	1950	21	400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	240	400	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1967	57	380	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1964	93	360	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1980	50	340	F
Culvert	Concrete	1970	25	320	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	382	290	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	31	270	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1975	31	270	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	21	260	G
Culvert	Concrete	1928	45	260	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1992	95	250	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	30	250	F
Culvert	Concrete	1921	22	250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	382	230	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1986	114	200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1935	20	200	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1979	217	200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	22	160	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1979	183	150	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1992	69	150	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2003	57	150	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	34	150	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	76	130	F
Culvert	Concrete	1991	39	130	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1993	37	100	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1990	133	100	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	107	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1993	35	80	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1993	36	70	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1987	76	60	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2021	120	60	G
Culvert	Concrete	2009	31	50	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1920	31	50	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1996	124	40	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1998	153	40	G
Culvert	Concrete	1933	24	20	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1999	39	10	P

Correctional Facilities in Meridian

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
EAST MISSISSIPPI CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	10641 HWY 80 W	STATE	1,266	1,500	OPEN
LAUDERDALE COUNTY DETENTION FACILITY	2001 5TH ST	COUNTY	-999	40	OPEN
LAUDERDALE COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	5400 SEMMES ROAD	COUNTY	14	30	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Meridian

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Meridian, MS	1901 Front Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Meridian

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SOUTHERN NATURAL GAS COMPANY LLC, ENTERP	100 COUNTY ROAD 332	CLARKE

Airports Near Meridian

24 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Key Field / Meridian Regional Airport	MEI	Medium Airport
Naval Air Station Meridian / McCain Field	—	Medium Airport
Barrett Field	—	Small Airport
Butler-Choctaw County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clarke County Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbus Air Force Base Auxiliary Field (Gunshy)	—	Small Airport
Demopolis Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fairview Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
George Downer Airport	AIV	Small Airport
Giles Airport	—	Small Airport
Gray Field	—	Small Airport
Henley Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hesler Noble Field	LUL	Small Airport
James H Easom Field	—	Small Airport
Joe Williams Naval Outlying Field	—	Small Airport
Jolly Field	—	Small Airport
Macon Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
McLain-Calico Airport	—	Small Airport
Philadelphia Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Rose Field	—	Small Airport
Thigpen Field	—	Small Airport
Topton Air Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Union Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Waynesboro Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Meridian

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Lauderdale County Sherriff's Department and Detention Facility
Meridian Police Department
Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol - Troop H	916 US 11 (MS)

Grocery Stores in Meridian

47 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
39 Citgo	Convenience Store	2330 Highway 39
A & A Express Lane 6	Convenience Store	1400 24th Ave
ALDI 82076	Supermarket	131 S Frontage Rd
B & D Grocery	Convenience Store	5273 Hwy 145 South
C&k Quick Stop	Convenience Store	910 41st Ave
Cash Saver 22	Super Store	1700 N Frontage Rd
Country Boys Farm To Table Market	Specialty Store	4620 Poplar Springs Dr
CVS Pharmacy 5825	Other	820 Highway 19 N Ste 195
CVS Pharmacy 5835	Other	5017 Highway 493
DOLLAR GENERAL 1028	Other	1808 N Frontage Rd
Dollar General 12717	Other	5065 Highway 145
Dollar General 15136	Other	1820 24th Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 1559	Other	2940 N Hills St
Dollar General 16357	Other	1000 Sandflat Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18600	Other	89 Mitchum Bottom Rd
Dollar General 22637	Other	801 Front St Ext
Dollar General 23255	Other	2707 State Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 9035	Other	4305 8th St
Dollar Tree 7707	Other	2901 N Hills St
Dollar Tree 779	Other	576 Bonita Lakes Dr
DOLLARTREE 10017	Other	832 Highway 19 N
Double Quick 204	Convenience Store	1303 Roebuck Dr
Double Quick 208	Convenience Store	6501 Highway 45 Byp
Earth's Bounty Festival 1	Farmers and Markets	1800 Front St
Eddie's Grocery	Convenience Store	4503 5th St
Family Dollar 2182	Other	2815 8th St
Gurjas Llc	Convenience Store	4610 8th St
King City	Convenience Store	2935 Highway 39 N
Lahuastequita Llc	Grocery Store	4916 Poplar Springs Dr
Murphy USA 6504	Convenience Store	1313 2nd St S
Nixie	Convenience Store	2122 24th Ave
One Stop	Convenience Store	908 45th Ave
Paradise Food Mart	Convenience Store	4432 20th St
Pilot Travel Center 388	Convenience Store	1555 Tommy Webb Dr
Pure Properties 10	Convenience Store	1408 Roebuck Dr
Sam's Club 4871	Super Store	715 Bonita Dr
Shell Food Mart 12	Convenience Store	617 22nd Ave
Shell Food Mart 23	Convenience Store	1600 Highway 11 S
Singh K Inc	Convenience Store	2819 20th St
Texaco Food Mart 7	Convenience Store	1121 Highway 39 N
Universal Food Mart	Convenience Store	3004 8th St
WALGREENS 7580	Other	1415 24th Ave
Walgreens 12537	Other	4910 Poplar Springs Dr
Walmart 3990	Super Store	3310-A Highway 39
Walmart Supercenter 981	Super Store	1733 S Frontage Rd
Xpress Lane	Convenience Store	500 Highway 19 N
Xpress Lane 102	Convenience Store	640 22nd Ave S

Post Offices in Meridian

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Meridian Post Office

Treatment Centers in Meridian

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Second Chance	Substance Abuse	601-616-4605
Weems Community MH Center - Weems LifeCare	Substance Abuse	601-693-1001

DOL Wage Violations in Meridian

63 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $749,890 in back wages owed to 1,741 employees.

Violations

$749,890

Back Wages Owed

1,741

Employees Owed

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Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Edwards Electric Service, LLC	SIGNIFICANT	YTG, LLC	39307	—	3	$239,630	$722	332
M & S Contruction.	SIGNIFICANT	—	39301	—	1	$157,214	$947	166
Kirkman Construction	—	—	39301	—	2	$99,010	$559	177
Breaux Bridge Meridian	—	—	39301	—	1	$31,211	$726	43
Van Zyverden	—	—	39305	—	1	$30,805	$531	58
Caring Hearts Homecare Agency	—	—	39301	—	1	$24,393	$625	39
Greater Meridian Health Clinic	—	—	39301	—	1	$16,150	$577	28
Dollar General	—	Dollar General Corporation	39305	—	1	$13,863	$4,621	3
IQOR	—	—	39301	—	1	$11,432	$70	163
Personnel Network, Inc.	—	Personnel Network Inc	39301	—	2	$11,320	$166	68
Super 8 Meridian	—	Wyndham Hotels	39301	—	1	$9,034	$2,259	4
Hilton Garden Inn	—	Hilton Worldwide	39301	—	1	$8,629	$1,726	5
Queen City Nursing Center	—	—	39301	—	2	$7,576	$316	24
GEO Group, Inc.	—	—	39307	—	1	$7,102	$148	48
CEFCO	—	—	39307	—	1	$6,720	$30	224
Sanjo Security Services, Inc.	—	—	39309	—	1	$6,022	$860	7
Subway	—	Subway	39305	—	1	$5,142	$321	16
El Norte Mexican Restaurant-22nd Ave	—	—	39301	—	1	$4,682	$246	19
CiCi's Pizza	—	—	39301	—	1	$4,657	$4,657	1
Comfort Inn	—	Choice Hotels	39301	—	1	$4,391	$338	13
Home2 Suites by Hilton	—	—	39301	—	1	$3,520	$3,520	1
LaQuinta	—	—	39301	—	1	$3,243	$270	12
La Pinata Mexican Restaurant	—	—	39301	—	1	$3,153	$526	6
Sports Zone	—	—	39301	—	1	$2,876	$2,876	1
El Norte Mexican Restaurant-27th Place	—	—	39305	—	1	$2,263	$126	18
MIDD Meridian	—	—	39307	—	1	$2,138	$61	35
Microtel Inn & Suites	—	—	39301	—	1	$2,018	$168	12
Brandi's Hope (Meridian)	—	—	39305	—	1	$1,972	$29	68
MIDD-MERIDIAN	—	—	39307	—	1	$1,953	$488	4
3 Oaks Farms & Nurseries, LLC	—	—	39307	—	1	$1,861	$207	9
Wealth Solutions Group	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,842	$1,842	1
Pet Services Inc.	—	—	39305	—	1	$1,751	$350	5
El Norte Mexican Restaurant-Hwy19	—	—	39307	—	1	$1,708	$427	4
CPR Cell Phone Repair	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,705	$853	2
City Gear	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,675	$1,675	1
Affordable Dentures	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,580	$527	3
Marion Road Apartments	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,503	$752	2
Mathis NETS	—	—	39301	—	1	$1,383	$63	22
Southern Tire Mart	—	—	39307	—	1	$1,341	$447	3
Barnes Pre-School Center, Inc.	—	—	39301	—	1	$815	$116	7
Specialty Fencing	—	—	39305	—	1	$809	$101	8
Centerhill Shell Convenience Store & Deli	—	—	39305	—	1	$799	$200	4
La Quinta Inns, Inc.	—	—	39301	—	1	$778	$130	6
Pretzel Twister	—	—	39301	—	1	$733	$183	4
Shell Food Mart #23	—	—	39307	—	1	$719	$719	1
Children's Corner	—	—	39301	—	1	$637	$58	11
Woodstock Furniture	—	—	39301	—	1	$630	$315	2
Northwood Country Club	—	—	39305	—	1	$623	$208	3
O'Charley's	—	—	39301	—	1	$576	$82	7
NORMAN ROOFING, INC.	—	Norman Roofing	39301	Roofing Contractors	1	$523	$131	4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Meridian

79 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANOINTED WORD CHURCH	8420 NE LAUDERDALE LN
BONDS OF LOVE MINISTRIES INC	2800 11TH ST
BUDDY AND SARA GIBSON MINISTRY	PO BOX 4404
CALEB COURVELLE MINISTRIES	720 N HILLS ST
CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1527 12TH AVE
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH AND SCHOOL	PO BOX 4013
CATHEDRAL ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 1006
CENTRAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	1004 23RD AVE
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	8522 HIGHWAY 39
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	8522 HIGHWAY 39
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	1404 13TH AVE
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	1517 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR
CHRISTS CHURCH IN ACTION	4015 PAULDING ST
CHURCH OF GOD AT FRAZIER GROVE AT BAILEY MISSISSIPPI	5096 BIRCH ST
CHURCH OF THE WAY OF MERIDIAN INCORPORATED	7387 STATE BOULEVARD EXT
COKERS CHAPEL	3042 JEFF DAVIS SCHOOL RD
DOMINION LIFE	4901 5TH ST
EIGHTH AVENUE CHURCH OF GOD	1901 8TH AVE
EVANGEL TEMPLE CHURCH	3611 HWY 145
FAITH OUTREACH CHURCH OF MERIDIAN INC	406 55TH AVE
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH OF MERIDIAN	9325 FELLOWSHIP RD
FIFTH STREET COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC	5311 13TH AVE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1929 HIGHWAY 19 N
FIRST CHRISTITIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 691
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 470
FOURTH DAY MINISTRIES INC	5997 GENE CARR RD
FREE GOSPEL TEMPLE INC	1624 1/2 19TH ST
FREEDOM ROCK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP	5718 5TH ST
GLAD TIDINGS PH CHURCH	630A HWY 11 80E
GOOD SHEPHERD MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1361
GULF STATES MENNONITE CONFERENCE IN	812 28TH AVE
ISLAMIC CENTER OF MISSISSIPPI & ALABAMA INC	2202 CAUSEYVILLE RD
JOHN & DORIS LISENBE BIBLE FUND	6597 HIGHWAY 493
JONES CHAPEL CHURCH OF GOD	5880 HWY 145
KINGDOM HARVEST CHURCH	2208 9TH ST
LABARON HEDGEMON MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 3032
LAKEVIEW WORSHIP CENTER	3476 LAKEVIEW GOLF COURSE RD
LAMORRIS S RICHARDSON MINISTRIES	2800 11TH ST
LAUREL BRESEE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	608 38TH AVE APT E2
LIFE CHURCH MERIDIAN	2224 N FRONTAGE RD
LIVINGWORD MINISTRY CENTER	3507 20TH ST
MERIDIAN CHURCH OF CHRIST INC	PO BOX 3476
MERIDIAN FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	5121 GREAT RIVER DR
MESSIAH GOSPEL MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	PO BOX 4236
MISSIONSCAPE	333 49TH CT
MISSISSIPPI DISTRICT COUNCIL INC	PO BOX 8487
MOUNT CALVARY MBC N P	600 11TH AVE
MOUNT OLIVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH OF MERIDIAN INC	544 JAMES CHANEY DRIVE
MT ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1803 10TH AVE
NEW BEGINNING CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INC	6964 CAUSEYVILLE RD
NEW OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH	2811 10TH ST
NORTHPARK CHURCH	7770 HIGHWAY 39
NORTHPOINT PRESBYTERIAN MISSION	920 WINDMILL DR
OAK GROVE CHURCH OF GOD	7015 WINDSOR RD
OLD PATHS BAPTIST CHURCH MERIDIAN	4109 HIGHWAY 39 N
OPEN DOOR MINISTRY	PO BOX 22
PLEASANT HILL M B CHURCH	PO BOX 1093
PRINCE OF PEACE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	3004 7TH ST
PURSUIT CHURCH OF MERIDIAN	8887D PACE RD
REALWORLD CHRISTIAN CENTER	PO BOX 4194
REV CHARLIE J MILLER FOUNDATION	PO BOX 3021
SHADY GROVE CHURCH OF GOD	4499 COUNTY ROAD 514
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 532
ST JOSEPH PARISH MERIDIAN	1914 18TH AVE
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH	PO BOX 529
ST PATRICK PARISH MERIDIAN	2601 DAVIS ST
TABERNACLE OF GOD WORSHIP CENTER	725 FRONT STREET EXT STE 850
THE TEMPLE THEATER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC	2320 8TH ST
TL LEWIS MINISTRIES	452 HAWKINS CROSSING DR
TRINITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 8258
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	4805 HWY 39 N
TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	4223 POPLAR SPRINGS DR
TRUE VISION INC	1226 LONG CREEK RD
WATER VALLEY PH CHURCH	4561 J W REYNOLDS RD
WEST MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST	PO BOX 4005
WILBOURN MEMORIAL FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH TR	PO BOX 911
WISDOM TREE MINISTRY	409 45TH CT
WORD FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	RT 7 BOX 23 B
WORD TALK INC	404 HIGHWAY 19 N

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Frequently Asked Questions About Meridian

What is the population of Meridian?

Meridian has a population of 34,466 residents and is located in Mississippi. The population density is 641 people per square mile, spread across 53.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 53.9% female and 46.1% male.

Is Meridian expensive to live in?

Meridian is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $34,657, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,800 (64% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Meridian safe?

The violent crime rate in Meridian is 491 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,000 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Meridian receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Meridian?

Meridian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Meridian?

Meridian has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $907. There are 1,889 business establishments in the area, including 185 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 4.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meridian?

The median home value in Meridian is $100,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,535. For renters, the median monthly rent is $865. Fair market rent is $782 for a 1-bedroom and $924 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 47.6%. The average annual property tax is $4,033.

How are the schools in Meridian?

Schools in Meridian have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 20.7% of adults in Meridian hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Meridian?

The obesity rate in Meridian is 46.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.7% of adults are smokers. 40.5% are physically inactive. 19.2% of residents report depression. 15.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 58.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:988.

What is transportation like in Meridian?

The average commute in Meridian is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meridian?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Meridian is 30.4% White, 62.5% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 9.5% of the population are military veterans. 18.7% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Marion, MS 2,033 pop · 3.9 mi Nellieburg, MS 1,297 pop · 5.4 mi Collinsville, MS 1,849 pop · 11.5 mi Stonewall, MS 1,058 pop · 18.3 mi Quitman, MS 1,949 pop · 23.7 mi York, AL 2,849 pop · 24.6 mi Decatur, MS 2,025 pop · 24.8 mi Newton, MS 3,151 pop · 27.0 mi Union, MS 2,289 pop · 28.0 mi Livingston, AL 3,243 pop · 32.7 mi Conehatta, MS 1,110 pop · 34.2 mi Butler, AL 2,552 pop · 34.3 mi Philadelphia, MS 7,030 pop · 36.9 mi Pearl River, MS 4,403 pop · 42.9 mi

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