Meridianville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Meridianville is a small city in Alabama with a population of 10,268. Residents earn $93,030 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,268 Population 660/sq mi density
$93,030 Median Income $45,649 per capita
$271,800 Home Value $329,557 Zillow
$983 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$93,030 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$271,800 home value, $983/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,030
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $271,800
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.0%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,268
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density660/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,030
Per Capita$45,649
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$271,800
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation772 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.0%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Libraries11

Is Meridianville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meridianville receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Meridianville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meridianville is $93,030, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meridianville is $271,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $983 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

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meridianville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Meridianville has a population of 10,268 with a density of 660 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 25.9% Black.

Population

10,268
Total Population
660
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
15.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Meridianville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meridianville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meridianville is $93,030, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Meridianville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,030
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Meridianville is $271,800, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,800
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,557
Median List Price$364,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,900
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio99.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory130

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,767

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Meridianville, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Meridianville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.3 km²)
Population Density660/sq mi
Coordinates34.8749°N, 86.5806°W
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.0%
13% above US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.40
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density660/sq mi
Total Area15.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home19.2%

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