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Meriden, Connecticut

city · New Haven County

At a glance

60,545
Population
$241,200
Median home value (all homes)
21% below U.S. median
$328,476
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,294/mo
Median rent
4% below U.S. median
$71,253
Median household income
9% below U.S. median
23 min
Average commute
90.1%
Homes with broadband
73.92%
Locations with fiber available
8%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 98 — 2% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing3% below
Goods & services1% above
Utilities27% above
Taxes33% below
Insurance5% above
Commute cost15% below
For business: Connecticut is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college8 mi
Nearest community college10 mi
Nearest technical college3 mi
High school graduates86.4%
College graduates22.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Meriden Economic Development
The City of Meriden Economic Development Department works to sustain and grow the tax base, provide jobs, and create economic activity across numerous sectors in Meriden. Its team pursues infrastructure improvements, collaborates with private, public and non-profit organizations, and works to attract and retain businesses in the community.
state Connecticut Dept. Econ. Dev.
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is the state agency that supports economic development and community development in Connecticut, including business development, small business resources, brownfield redevelopment, film, arts and tourism initiatives, and related programs. It provides contact points for in-state and out-of-state companies seeking assistance and coordinates various grant and program opportunities.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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