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06450

Meriden, CT

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Total Population

36,074
5-year trend
+14.2%

Median Household Income

$64,887
5-year trend
+11.9%

Median Home Value

$196,200
5-year trend
+23.6%

Median Rent

$1,220
5-year trend
+18.9%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 101% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$64,887
100.2% above state avg
Home Value
$196,200
101% above state avg
Rent
$1,220
100% above state avg
Population Density
36,074 residents
Median Age
40.3 years
Safety Score
53/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
72
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
100/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
53/100
Education
36/100
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Employment
72/100
Housing
97/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Meriden, CT 06450

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Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
-1
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
18,656
Employment Rate
91.9%
Avg. Commute
29 min
Work From Home
3%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Educational Services
29.6%
Manufacturing
22.6%
Finance & Insurance
19.3%
Construction
11.2%
Professional & Business Services
9.7%
Total Employed
17,140
Total Unemployed
1,516
Unemployment Rate
8.1%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Meriden, CT

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Unemployment rate of 8.1% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$64,887
-13.7% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.2%
State: $-26,801,151
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.38 people

Total Households
14,855
Family Households
34.8%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Education
29.6%
#2 Industry
Manufacturing
22.6%
#3 Industry
Finance
19.3%
Total Employed Residents:9,374

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
2.9%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
3.1%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
3.1%
475 workers
Public Transit
1.8%
284 workers
Total Commuting Workers:15,525
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Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
91.9%
17,140 employed
Labor Force
18,656
1,516 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:8.1%
Median Age
40.3 years
Per Capita Income
$36,022
Poverty Rate
13.9%
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