Meridian, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Bosque County County
Meridian, TX
At a Glance
How Meridian Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Meridian's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Meridian a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Meridian residents earn a median household income of $61,607 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,501. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Meridian is $112,100 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $259,902. Median rent is $736/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Meridian reports 208 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 208/100K.
Education
10.9% of adults in Meridian hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Meridian has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches.