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Crime in Meriden summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Meriden. Key points include:
There were 1,089 total crimes in Meriden in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Meriden is 1,816.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Meriden is 128.5 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Meriden is 1,688.3 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Meriden is -14.27% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Meriden Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Meriden / 100k People |
Connecticut / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,089 | 1,816.7 | 1,502.1 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 77 | 128.5 | 136.0 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 1.7 | 2.4 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 31 | 51.7 | 38.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 33 | 55.1 | 77.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,012 | 1,688.3 | 1,366.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 183 | 305.3 | 117.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 728 | 1,214.5 | 1,013.7 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 101 | 168.5 | 235.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Meriden summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Meriden. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Connecticut. Key points include:
The cost of living in Meriden is 108 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Meriden is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Meriden is $315,833.
The median income in Meriden is $71,253.
Meriden's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Meriden Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Meriden | Connecticut | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 108 | 116 | 100 |
| Services | 107 | 107 | 100 |
| Groceries | 111 | 111 | 100 |
| Health | 101 | 137 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 108 | 100 |
| Transportation | 109 | 110 | 100 |
| Utilities | 113 | 111 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Meriden, CT Weather
The average high in Meriden is 60.5° and the average low is 41.1°.
There are 77.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 49.9 inches of precipitation each year with 34.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Meriden |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 60.5 |
| Average Annual Low | 41.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 77.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 49.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 34.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Meriden, CT Photos
4 Reviews & Comments About Meriden
I lived in Meriden sense I was 13 just move to FL man are things different here but Meriden will always have a place in my heart even if it was full of jacka$es
I lived in Meriden for like 10 years and Meriden ruled!
crime as a city in statistics is bad, but there are nice pockets / outskirts we live in a nice suburban area, very quiet clean with good neighbors. access to major shopping and highways and routes.
you can a good size house for a fair price, decent tax rate makes it affordable.
location, you're in the middle of the state so you can commute anywhere you need to
good parks, good tax rate, affordable housing, nice areas to live in early schools are good, high schools arent so good, good place to start a family
Lived in Meriden 17 years. Moved out finally last June. 2016 I couldn't be any happier.
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Meriden Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Meriden
The current population in Meriden is 60,545. The population has increased 0.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60,545 | 0.2% |
| 2023 | 60,418 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | 60,556 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 60,790 | 2.1% |
| 2020 | 59,512 | -0.3% |
| 2019 | 59,676 | -0.3% |
| 2018 | 59,864 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 60,241 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 60,203 | -0.4% |
| 2015 | 60,439 | -0.3% |
| 2014 | 60,616 | -0.1% |
| 2013 | 60,691 | 0.0% |
| 2012 | 60,674 | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 60,608 | 0.2% |
| 2010 | 60,484 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Meriden
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Meriden is:
47.6% White with 28,845 White residents.
7.5% African American with 4,517 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 66 American Indian residents.
2.4% Asian with 1,477 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 149 Other residents.
3.8% Two Or More with 2,274 Two Or More residents.
38.3% Hispanic with 23,217 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Meriden | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 47.6% | 61.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 7.5% | 9.8% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.4% | 4.7% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.8% | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 38.3% | 18.3% | 19.3% |
Gender in Meriden
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Meriden is 52.0% female with 31,469 female residents.
Meriden is 48.0% male with 29,075 male residents.
| Gender | Meriden | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.0% | 50.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.0% | 49.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Meriden for adults over 25
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8.0% of adults in Meriden completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Meriden completed 9-12th grade.
35.0% of adults in Meriden completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Meriden completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Meriden completed associate's degree.
14.0% of adults in Meriden completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Meriden completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Meriden completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Meriden completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Meriden | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 35.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 16.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Meriden, Connecticut
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5.0% of households in Meriden earn Less than $10,000.
5.0% of households in Meriden earn $10,000 to $14,999.
6.0% of households in Meriden earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.6% of households in Meriden earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.0% of households in Meriden earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.4% of households in Meriden earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.4% of households in Meriden earn $75,000 to $99,999.
17.4% of households in Meriden earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.0% of households in Meriden earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.2% of households in Meriden earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Meriden | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.0% | 4.5% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.0% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 6.0% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.6% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.0% | 8.4% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.4% | 13.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.4% | 11.9% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 17.4% | 17.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.0% | 11.3% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.2% | 19.2% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
