Cost of Living in Meriden, CT
Population: 60,418 • 2026 Data
$68,617
Median Household Income
-11% vs national
$1,243
Median Monthly Rent
-8% vs national
$221,600
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
8.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Meriden
The median home value in Meriden, CT is $221,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,243, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,394.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Meriden, CT is $68,617. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2%, with a labor force of 31,979 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.