Meriden

Meriden, Connecticut Overview

Meriden faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (52.6/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in Connecticut. Even so, the city scores 76/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 24/100.

Income & Employment in Meriden

Meriden’s median income of $68,617 is 26% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.7% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4%.

Safety in Meriden

Meriden’s violent crime rate of 209.8 per 100,000 runs above the Connecticut average of 136. The property crime rate is 2451.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Meriden

Meriden has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $221,600. Median monthly rent is $1,243. Renters spend 21.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Meriden

The adult obesity rate in Meriden is 36.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.8%. Residents report an average of 17.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Meriden

Meriden has a high school graduation rate of 84%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. Local districts invest $19,611 per student, well above the national median. The city has 13 public schools serving 8,129 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Meriden

The annual average temperature in Meriden is 52.7°F. Summers average 69.9°F. Winters average 37.2°F. Precipitation is abundant at 63.2 inches per year.

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