Meriden, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Meriden, Connecticut is 60,418 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $68,617, the median home value is $221,600, and the median age is 38.6.
The population has grown 0.0% since 2010 (60,832 → 60,849).
60,418
Population
2546
People / sq mi
$68,617
Median Income
$221,600
Median Home Value
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Meriden covers 23.7 sq mi of land at 2546 people per square mile.
About Meriden, CT
Meriden is defined demographically by education — 22.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 60,418 residents, Meriden is a city in Connecticut. It ranks #11 among cities in Connecticut by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $68,617 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.5%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $221,600, with typical rent around $1,243.
College attainment is 22.2%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Meriden city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Meriden city had a population of 60,832 in 2010 and 60,849 in 2024, a 0.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,849 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.00%.
60,849
Population (2024)
60,832
Population (2010)
60,849
Peak (2024)
0.00%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,832 |
| 2011 | 60,699 |
| 2012 | 60,672 |
| 2013 | 60,491 |
| 2014 | 60,384 |
| 2015 | 60,063 |
| 2016 | 59,708 |
| 2017 | 59,646 |
| 2018 | 59,566 |
| 2019 | 59,395 |
| 2020 | 60,622 |
| 2021 | 60,454 |
| 2022 | 60,381 |
| 2023 | 60,438 |
| 2024 | 60,849 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.8% |
| Black or African American | 8.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,617
Median Household Income
$37,272
Per Capita Income
9.5%
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$221,600
Median Home Value
$1,243
Median Rent
59.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.4%
High School+
22.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
77.4%
Public Transit
7.4%
Work From Home
23.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.7%
Foreign Born
68.2%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
15.7%
With Disability
94.2%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.7% |
| Manufacturing | 13.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Information | 6.1% |
| Construction | 5.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Meriden, Connecticut has a population of 60,418 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in Meriden, Connecticut is $68,617, with 9.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Meriden, Connecticut is $221,600, with median monthly rent at $1,243 and a homeownership rate of 59.9%.
The median age in Meriden, Connecticut is 38.6 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has grown 0.0% since 2010 (60,832 → 60,849).
Meriden city, CT Climate
Meriden city, CT has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 1211 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.2°C
Avg Temp
1211
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 95 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 87 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 102 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 109 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 109 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 100 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 99 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 97 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 100 mm |
| October | 11° / 53° | 98 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 110 mm |
| December | 0° / 33° | 105 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Meriden city, CT
The most comfortable months to visit Meriden city, CT are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.