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.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
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How Meridian Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Meridian a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Meridian receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Meridian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Meridian is $34,657, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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.
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. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Meridian vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Meridian vs U.S. Average
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 | 7.2% |
| 100% 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
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $100,800 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,679 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $10,000 |
| Median List Price | $132,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $10,000 |
| Median List Price | $132,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $9 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Days on Market | 108 days |
| 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% |
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-22)
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 | 88.7% |
| Uninsured | 11.3% |
| 31% 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 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
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
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 99.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
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 |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 5.3 in |
Meridian has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and September the driest (3.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 21.2 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
| Traffic Accidents | 185 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.5 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.7% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 8.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.42 |
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 |
| 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% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $497 |
| Toddler | $452 |
| Preschool | $452 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
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 |
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
Restaurants in Meridian
21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Meridian
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Meridian
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Meridian
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Meridian
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Meridian
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Meridian
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Meridian
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Meridian
20 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Meridian
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Meridian
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Meridian
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
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 | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | 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
| Location | 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.
| 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 |
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Historic Markers Near Meridian
32 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Meridian.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Meridian Blues & Jazz | Marker is at the intersection of 25th Avenue and 5th Street, on the left when traveling north on 25th Avenue. |
| African American Business District | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 25th Avenue and 5th Street, on the left when traveling north on 25th Avenue. |
| Council of Organizations | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 45th Avenue north of 8th Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| Federal Courthouse | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 9th Street west of Constitution Avenue, on the right when traveling west. |
| First Union Missionary Baptist Church | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 38th Avenue north of Davis Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| Freedom Riders | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 4th Street and Constitution Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 4th Street. |
| Freedom School | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and 16th Street, on the right when traveling north on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. |
| Lauderdale County Archives | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 5th Street and Constitution Avenue, on the right on 5th Street. |
| McLemore Cemetery | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 6th Street and 16th Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 6th Street. |
| Meridian Rhythm & Blues and Soul Music | Marker is at the intersection of 23rd Avenue (State Highway 493) and 6th Street, on the right when traveling south on 23rd Avenue. |
| Merrehope | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker is on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, 0.1 miles north of 8th Street, on the left when traveling north. |
| Missouri Ridge | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker is on 39th Avenue north of Highland Park Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| Newell Chapel CME | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 13th Avenue and 14th Street, on the right when traveling north on 13th Avenue. |
| Old Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 47th Avenue and 9th Street, on the right when traveling south on 47th Avenue. |
| Railroads and the War | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker can be reached from Front Street, 0.1 miles west of 17th Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
| Rose Hill Cemetery | Meridian Civil War Trail. |
| Sherman's "Bow Tie" | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker can be reached from Front Street, 0.1 miles west of 17th Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
| Sit-Ins, Pickets & Boycotts | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 5th Street and 23rd Avenue, on the right when traveling east on 5th Street. |
| St. John Baptist Church | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 20th Street and 18th Avenue, on the right when traveling west on 20th Street. |
| St. Joseph Catholic Church | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 18th Avenue north of 19th Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| The Impact of Churches | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 13th Street and 27th Avenue, on the right when traveling west on 13th Street. |
| The Jewish Contribution | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 22nd Avenue north of 5th Street, on the left when traveling north. |
| The Movement | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 25th Avenue and 5th Street, on the left when traveling north on 25th Avenue. |
| Voter Registration | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 5th Street and Constitution Avenue, on the left when traveling east on 5th Street. |
| Wechsler School | Meridian Civil Rights Trail. Marker is on 15th Street west of 30th Avenue, on the left when traveling west. |
| Whitfield "Big Central" High School | Meridian Civil War Trail. Marker is at the intersection of 14th Street and 25th Avenue, on the right when traveling west on 14th Street. |
| Peavey Electronics | Marker is on State Highway 493, 0.1 miles north of North Hills Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| Moe Bandy | Marker is on Front Street near 21st Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
| Country Music Comes of Age | Marker can be reached from the intersection of 22nd Avenue (State Highway 493) and 4th Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| Elsie McWilliams | Marker is at the intersection of 5th Street and 20th Avenue, on the left when traveling north on 5th Street. |
| Jimmie Rodgers | Father of Country Music. Marker is on Oak Grove Drive, 0.1 miles north of Azalea Drive (Old Mississippi Highway 19), on the right when traveling north. |
| Jimmie Rodgers & The Blues | Marker is on Front Street near 17th Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
UFO Sightings Near Meridian
6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Meridian.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian (west of), MS | 2010 | Bright light during the late afternoon initially stationary, moves, then disappears, reappears a few minutes later. |
| Meridian, MS | 2008 | Two of us saw a flying triangular gray illuminated object above our house and yard. |
| Meridian, MS | 2005 | I saw three bright lights, came back later, and they were gone. |
| Meridian, MS | 2004 | Triangle over pond |
| Meridian, MS | 1996 | Man, former USAF intel. officer, sees spinning, silver colored, metallic opal-shaped obj. to S of Hwy 20. Obj. instantly disappears! |
| Meridian, MS | 1995 | I was on the 5th floor of the hospital in the room with my grandmother who was dying. She died at approx 4 pm. Other family members wer |
Haunted Places Near Meridian
2 reported haunted locations found near Meridian.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Grand Opera House | When the Grand Opera House, "The Lady" as it is nicknamed, is haunted by a ghostly lady who reportedly sings on the stage. |
| Merrehope | This antebellum home is haunted by 2 spirits. One is of a man who committed suicide in one of the back bedrooms. His heavy footsteps can still be heard from that upstairs bedroom. The other spirit is of a young lady. Although never linked to the house, she started making appearances when an antique photo was placed in the house for display. Late at night her ghost can be seen from an upstairs bedroom either glowing or holding a candle. |
Bigfoot Sightings Near Meridian
1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Meridian.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Report 13347: Possible daylight sighting by boy near Meridian | 1981 |
Mines Near Meridian
1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Meridian.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Blackwell Sand & Gravel | Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Active) |
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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.
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. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Meridian?
The unemployment rate in Meridian is 7.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. 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 $115,679. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $10,000, with homes typically selling within 108 days. 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. 11.3% 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, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.1% Asian. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home. 9.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.2% of residents have a disability. 88.7% have health insurance coverage.
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