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Meridian, MS Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Elena H.

How is the nightlife in Meridian?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $100,800 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong h...

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Lucas Martin

Anyone else love living in Meridian?

First post here. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $865 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost o...

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Elena H.

Best restaurants in Meridian?

Hey everyone, I'm a 52-year-old firefighter and It's a a smaller city city with about 34,466 people. Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $865 for rent here. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. The school system varies a l...

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sunny_willow79

Co-working spaces in Meridian?

OK so I'm single, late 40s, and It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Eva

Anyone else love living in Meridian?

Hi all, Median household income is $34,657, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I th...

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Joseph Wilson

Housing market in Meridian right now

Just moved here 8 months ago and It's a a smaller city city with about 34,466 people. Poverty rate is 27.4%, which is higher than I expected. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? Downtown has improved a lot in recent ...

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houstonkid2025

Considering Meridian vs Cincinnati -help me decide

Hi all, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $100,800, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Meridian sits at 490.8 per 100K. Household incomes average around $34,657 in Meridian. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. There's a gr...

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Lucas Scott

Unpopular opinion about Meridian

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Meridian sits at 490.8 per 100K. Household incomes average around $34,657 in Meridian. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great.

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Hailey Hernandez

Moving to Meridian -what should I know?

Longtime lurker here, It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Mateo Campbell

Living in Meridian -the reality

Random thought, What would you do? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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houstonkid2025

Moving from Orlando to Meridian next month

So, I'm originally from Tampa and Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I wrong here? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no su...

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Lucas Scott

Working in Meridian -salaries realistic?

Curious what people think. I'm a 26-year-old electrician and It's a a smaller city city with about 34,466 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any help is appreciated.

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Lucas Martin

Meridian vs Dallas -which is better?

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $34,657 in Meridian. Am I overthinking this?

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Hailey Hernandez

What surprised you most about Meridian?

Been meaning to ask this. It's a a smaller city city with about 34,466 people. Median household income is $34,657, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $100,800 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community i...

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Maya Gutierrez

Moving to Meridian -what should I know?

Rent is about $865/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What are your go-to spots? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Harper S.

Housing in Meridian compared to Pittsburgh

Hey folks, Military spouse here. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 27.4%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $865/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. The schoo...

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Eva

Is Meridian worth it salary-wise?

Hey, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $100,800 on average. With a population of 34,466, Meridian is a smaller city. Median household income is $34,657, which feels on the lower side for the area. Household incomes average around $34,657 in Meridian. Downtown has improved a lot in r...

7 replies 4 upvotes jobs
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