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Meridian, NY

New York

Meridian is a small town in New York with a population of 167. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
167 Population 242/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $42,657 per capita
$129,200 Home Value
$914 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,200 home value, $914/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $129,200
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density242/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$42,657
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$4,063M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,200
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation442 ft (135 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 44%
Commute19 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries9

Is Meridian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meridian receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meridian is $129,200, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meridian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 140.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Meridian has a population of 167 with a density of 242 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

167
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Meridian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meridian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meridian is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Meridian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,204
IRS Avg AGI$66,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,739
County GDP$4,063M

Business (County)

Restaurants173
Healthcare167
Retail216
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Meridian is $129,200, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,200
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,441
113% above US avg
Effective Rate5.76%
In Meridian, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,449
Dentists1:2,344
Mental Health1:454
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death7,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities167
Meridian has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall140.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates43.1630°N, 76.5382°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 43.5%

Winner: Republican by 13 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density242/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants173
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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