Meridian, CO Map & Demographics
Meridian Map
Meridian Overview
$89,640
PER CAPITA INCOME
$201,458
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$192,813
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
46.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
53.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,499
TOTAL POPULATION
1,337
MALE POPULATION
1,162
FEMALE POPULATION
115.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
86.91
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
1,525
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
84.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Income in Meridian
Income Overview in Meridian
Per Capita Income in Meridian is $89,640, while median incomes of families and households are $201,458 and $192,813 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,499 | $89,640 |
| Median Family Income | 693 | $201,458 |
| Mean Family Income | 693 | $243,831 |
| Median Household Income | 929 | $192,813 |
| Mean Household Income | 929 | $228,715 |
| Income Deficit | 693 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,499 | 46.57% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,499 | 53.43¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,499 | 0.38 |
Earnings by Sex in Meridian
Average Earnings in Meridian are $100,259, $144,844 for men and $77,386 for women, a difference of 46.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 730 (47.8%) | $144,844 |
| Female | 798 (52.2%) | $77,386 |
| Total | 1,528 (100.0%) | $100,259 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Meridian
The most common earnings brackets in Meridian are $100,000+ for men (468 | 64.1%) and $100,000+ for women (299 | 37.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (5.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 23 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (5.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 48 (6.6%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 14 (1.9%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (2.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (5.8%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (3.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 12 (1.6%) | 17 (2.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 34 (4.7%) | 53 (6.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 25 (3.4%) | 65 (8.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 106 (14.5%) | 121 (15.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 468 (64.1%) | 299 (37.5%) |
| Total | 730 (100.0%) | 798 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Meridian
Average earnings in Meridian are $149,250 for men and $88,162 for women, a difference of 40.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $150,417, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $89,375. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $139,293, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $51,250.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $150,417 | $71,350 |
| Graduate Degree | $89,375 | $139,293 |
| Total | $149,250 | $88,162 |
Family Income in Meridian
Family Income Brackets in Meridian
According to the Meridian family income data, there are 357 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 51.5% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 38 | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14 | 2.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13 | 1.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 64 | 9.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 62 | 8.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 145 | 20.9% |
| $200,000+ | 357 | 51.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Meridian
4-person families (228 | 32.9%) account for the highest median family income in Meridian with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (216 | 31.2%) have the highest median income of $79,861 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 216 (31.2%) | $159,722 |
| 3-Person Families | 198 (28.6%) | $220,625 |
| 4-Person Families | 228 (32.9%) | $250,001 |
| 5-Person Families | 39 (5.6%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 12 (1.7%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 693 (100.0%) | $201,458 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Meridian
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 65 (9.4%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 103 (14.9%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 488 (70.4%) | $227,955 |
| 3+ Earners | 37 (5.3%) | $190,729 |
| Total | 693 (100.0%) | $201,458 |
Household Income in Meridian
Household Income Brackets in Meridian
With 436 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Meridian, accounting for 46.9% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 38 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 27 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14 | 1.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 38 | 4.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 64 | 6.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 146 | 15.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 166 | 17.9% |
| $200,000+ | 436 | 46.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Meridian
The median household income in Meridian is $192,813, with the highest median household income of $250,001 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 399 households (42.9%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 399 (42.9%) | $250,001 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 452 (48.6%) | $186,250 |
| 65+ Years | 78 (8.4%) | $78,958 |
| Total | 929 (100.0%) | $192,813 |
Poverty in Meridian
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Meridian
With 7.6% poverty level for males and 4.4% for females among the residents of Meridian, 18 to 24 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 20 males (46.5%) and 12 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 14 (29.8%) | 12 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 20 (46.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (15.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 41 (28.1%) | 19 (10.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (24.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 102 (7.6%) | 50 (4.4%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Meridian
According to the poverty statistics in Meridian, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 171 (100.0%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 84 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 33 (70.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 19 (100.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 23 (53.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 171 (100.0%) | 249 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 290 (100.0%) | 183 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 147 (84.5%) | 180 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 105 (71.9%) | 167 (89.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 60 (75.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (100.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,235 (92.4%) | 1,096 (95.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Meridian
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Meridian show that 3.2% or 19 of the total 590 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 11.1%, comprising of 19 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 153 (88.9%) | 19 (11.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 379 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 571 (96.8%) | 19 (3.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Meridian
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (30.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Meridian
The poverty data for Meridian shows that 19 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 19 of the single-parent households (18.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 households (11.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (40.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 19 (11.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (40.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 19 (3.2%) | 19 (18.4%) |
Race in Meridian
The most populous races in Meridian are White / Caucasian (1,846 | 73.9%), Asian (503 | 20.1%), and Two or more Races (107 | 4.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 503 | 20.1% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 90 | 3.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 1,846 | 73.9% |
| Two or more Races | 107 | 4.3% |
| Some other Race | 43 | 1.7% |
| Total | 2,499 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Meridian
The most populous ancestries reported in Meridian are German (728 | 29.1%), English (339 | 13.6%), Irish (297 | 11.9%), Italian (272 | 10.9%), and Thai (136 | 5.4%), together accounting for 70.9% of all Meridian residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Afghan | 27 | 1.1% |
| Arab | 30 | 1.2% |
| Austrian | 12 | 0.5% |
| Belgian | 19 | 0.8% |
| Bhutanese | 61 | 2.4% |
| British | 38 | 1.5% |
| Burmese | 106 | 4.2% |
| Croatian | 19 | 0.8% |
| Czech | 9 | 0.4% |
| Czechoslovakian | 15 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 61 | 2.4% |
| English | 339 | 13.6% |
| European | 75 | 3.0% |
| French | 20 | 0.8% |
| German | 728 | 29.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 47 | 1.9% |
| Irish | 297 | 11.9% |
| Italian | 272 | 10.9% |
| Lebanese | 30 | 1.2% |
| Mexican | 50 | 2.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 17 | 0.7% |
| Northern European | 15 | 0.6% |
| Norwegian | 102 | 4.1% |
| Peruvian | 27 | 1.1% |
| Polish | 59 | 2.4% |
| Scottish | 49 | 2.0% |
| Slovak | 13 | 0.5% |
| South American | 27 | 1.1% |
| Spanish | 13 | 0.5% |
| Sri Lankan | 65 | 2.6% |
| Thai | 136 | 5.4% |
| Welsh | 12 | 0.5% | View All 32 Rows |
Immigrants in Meridian
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Meridian came from Asia (309 | 12.4%), South Central Asia (147 | 5.9%), Eastern Asia (132 | 5.3%), India (111 | 4.4%), and Korea (90 | 3.6%), together accounting for 31.6% of all Meridian residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 14 | 0.6% |
| Asia | 309 | 12.4% |
| Austria | 12 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 14 | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 132 | 5.3% |
| Europe | 66 | 2.6% |
| India | 111 | 4.4% |
| Japan | 42 | 1.7% |
| Korea | 90 | 3.6% |
| Latin America | 14 | 0.6% |
| Mexico | 14 | 0.6% |
| Northern Europe | 54 | 2.2% |
| Pakistan | 36 | 1.4% |
| South Africa | 14 | 0.6% |
| South Central Asia | 147 | 5.9% |
| South Eastern Asia | 30 | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | 30 | 1.2% |
| Western Europe | 12 | 0.5% | View All 18 Rows |
Sex and Age in Meridian
Sex and Age in Meridian
The most populous age groups in Meridian are 35 to 39 Years (175 | 13.1%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (148 | 12.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 171 (12.8%) | 118 (10.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 160 (12.0%) | 78 (6.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 125 (9.3%) | 34 (2.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 42 (3.1%) | 41 (3.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 20 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 53 (4.0%) | 101 (8.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 118 (8.8%) | 148 (12.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 175 (13.1%) | 99 (8.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 115 (8.6%) | 84 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 71 (5.3%) | 115 (9.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 103 (7.7%) | 65 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 87 (6.5%) | 47 (4.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 59 (4.4%) | 139 (12.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (1.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 15 (1.1%) | 57 (4.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 23 (1.7%) | 14 (1.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,337 (100.0%) | 1,162 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Meridian
Median Family Size in Meridian
The median family size in Meridian is 3.13 persons per family, with married-couple families (590 | 85.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.21 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (63 | 9.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 590 (85.1%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (5.8%) | 2.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 63 (9.1%) | 2.49 |
| Total Families | 693 (100.0%) | 3.13 |
Median Household Size in Meridian
The median household size in Meridian is 2.69 persons per household, with married-couple households (590 | 63.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.21 persons per household. non-family households (236 | 25.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 590 (63.5%) | 3.21 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (4.3%) | 2.95 |
| Single Female/Mother | 63 (6.8%) | 2.84 |
| Non-family | 236 (25.4%) | 1.32 |
| Total Households | 929 (100.0%) | 2.69 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Meridian
Out of a total of 929 households in Meridian, 693 (74.6%) are family households, while 236 (25.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 4-person households, comprising 237, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 188.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 188 (20.2%) |
| 2-Person Households | 207 (22.3%) | 28 (3.0%) |
| 3-Person Households | 198 (21.3%) | 20 (2.1%) |
| 4-Person Households | 237 (25.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 39 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 12 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 693 (74.6%) | 236 (25.4%) |
Female Fertility in Meridian
Fertility by Age in Meridian
Average fertility rate in Meridian is 116.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 129.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 52.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (47.1%) | 129.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 36 (52.9%) | 121.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 116.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Meridian
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Meridian
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 54 (79.4%) | 154.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (20.6%) | 81.0 |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 116.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Meridian
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Meridian
Employment by Class of Employer in Meridian
Among the 1,462 employed individuals in Meridian, private company employees (1,099 | 75.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (98 | 6.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (89 | 6.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,099 | 75.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 81 | 5.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 98 | 6.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 89 | 6.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 11 | 0.7% |
| State Government Employees | 65 | 4.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 19 | 1.3% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,462 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Meridian
According to the labor force statistics for Meridian, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,813), 84.1% or 1,525 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.7% or 26 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 154 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.1% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 35 (42.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 154 (100.0%) | 14 (9.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 231 (86.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 473 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 341 (96.3%) | 12 (3.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 134 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 132 (66.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (37.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,525 (84.1%) | 26 (1.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Meridian
According to labor force statistics for Meridian, 92.8% of individuals (1,465) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,579) are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 26 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 93.3% or 1,248 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.8% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 47 (81.0%) | 17 (29.8%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 170 (92.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,248 (93.3%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,465 (92.8%) | 28 (1.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Meridian
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meridian are Management (358 | 23.9%), Business & Financial (246 | 16.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (210 | 14.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (196 | 13.1%), and Health Technologists (154 | 10.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meridian, the most male-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Management (80.2%), and Computers & Mathematics (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 287 (80.2%) | 71 (19.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 100 (40.6%) | 146 (59.4%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 112 (53.3%) | 98 (46.7%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 97 (68.8%) | 44 (31.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 15 (46.9%) | 17 (53.1%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 12 (25.0%) | 36 (75.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 196 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 154 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 511 (48.3%) | 547 (51.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Meridian are Personal Care & Service (24 | 1.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (23 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 14 (58.3%) | 10 (41.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 37 (78.7%) | 10 (21.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Meridian are Sales & Related (218 | 14.5%), and Office & Administration (127 | 8.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 125 (57.3%) | 93 (42.7%) |
| Office & Administration | 17 (13.4%) | 110 (86.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 142 (41.2%) | 203 (58.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Meridian are Material Moving (36 | 2.4%), and Transportation (13 | 0.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 27 (75.0%) | 9 (25.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 40 (81.6%) | 9 (18.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Meridian
Employment Industries in Meridian
The major employment industries in Meridian include Finance & Insurance (315 | 21.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (241 | 16.1%), Professional & Scientific (164 | 10.9%), Retail Trade (146 | 9.7%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (133 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Meridian
The Meridian industries that see more men than women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| Construction | 10 (41.7%) | 14 (58.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 10 (38.5%) | 16 (61.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 30 (83.3%) | 6 (16.7%) |
| Retail Trade | 87 (59.6%) | 59 (40.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 24 (77.4%) | 7 (22.6%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 153 (48.6%) | 162 (51.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 98 (73.7%) | 35 (26.3%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 77 (46.9%) | 87 (53.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Educational Services | 33 (62.3%) | 20 (37.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 0 (0.0%) | 241 (100.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 68 (81.9%) | 15 (18.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 35 (74.5%) | 12 (25.5%) |
| Public Administration | 26 (76.5%) | 8 (23.5%) |
| Total | 730 (48.7%) | 769 (51.3%) |
Education in Meridian
School Enrollment in Meridian
The most common levels of schooling among the 636 students in Meridian are elementary school (200 | 31.5%), middle school (117 | 18.4%), and graduate / professional (88 | 13.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 76 | 11.9% |
| Kindergarten | 41 | 6.5% |
| Elementary School | 200 | 31.5% |
| Middle School | 117 | 18.4% |
| High School | 60 | 9.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 54 | 8.5% |
| Graduate / Professional | 88 | 13.8% |
| Total | 636 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Meridian
Out of a total of 636 students who are enrolled in schools in Meridian, 179 (28.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 457 (71.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 20 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 23 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 5 (9.1%) | 50 (90.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 188 (85.5%) | 32 (14.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 133 (83.7%) | 26 (16.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 50 (83.3%) | 10 (16.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 23 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 23 (35.9%) | 41 (64.1%) |
| Total | 457 (71.9%) | 179 (28.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Meridian
Business (456 | 31.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (126 | 8.7%), social sciences (123 | 8.5%), engineering (108 | 7.4%), and communications (102 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,453 individuals in Meridian who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 61 | 4.2% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 126 | 8.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 29 | 2.0% |
| Psychology | 99 | 6.8% |
| Social Sciences | 123 | 8.5% |
| Engineering | 108 | 7.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 72 | 5.0% |
| Science & Technology | 84 | 5.8% |
| Business | 456 | 31.4% |
| Education | 26 | 1.8% |
| Literature & Languages | 9 | 0.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 15 | 1.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 55 | 3.8% |
| Communications | 102 | 7.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 88 | 6.1% |
| Total | 1,453 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Meridian
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Meridian
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Meridian are males with 2 vehicles (491, accounting for 70.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (511, making up 63.8%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (6.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 87 (12.6%) | 71 (9.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 491 (70.9%) | 511 (66.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 94 (13.6%) | 119 (15.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 21 (3.0%) | 20 (2.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 693 (100.0%) | 769 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Meridian
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Meridian are 15 to 19 minutes (293 commuters, 27.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (217 commuters, 20.0%), and 30 to 34 minutes (123 commuters, 11.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 18 | 1.7% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 80 | 7.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 48 | 4.4% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 293 | 27.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 217 | 20.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 61 | 5.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 123 | 11.4% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 44 | 4.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 48 | 4.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 49 | 4.5% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 | 4.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 53 | 4.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Meridian
The most common commute times in Meridian are 20 to 24 minutes (140 commuters, 30.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (186 commuters, 29.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (2.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 9 (2.0%) | 71 (11.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 22 (4.8%) | 26 (4.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 107 (23.3%) | 186 (29.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 140 (30.5%) | 77 (12.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 11 (2.4%) | 50 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 54 (11.8%) | 69 (11.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 36 (7.8%) | 8 (1.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 12 (2.6%) | 36 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 15 (3.3%) | 34 (5.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 25 (5.4%) | 24 (3.8%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 28 (6.1%) | 25 (4.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Meridian
The most frequent times of departure to work in Meridian are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (155, 33.8%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (117, 18.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 20 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 41 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 25 (5.4%) | 34 (5.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 38 (8.3%) | 117 (18.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 12 (2.6%) | 87 (13.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 51 (11.1%) | 85 (13.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 155 (33.8%) | 72 (11.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 44 (9.6%) | 102 (16.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 12 (2.6%) | 24 (3.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 14 (3.0%) | 103 (16.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 47 (10.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 459 (100.0%) | 624 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Meridian
Occupancy by Ownership in Meridian
Of the total 929 dwellings in Meridian, owner-occupied units account for 887 (95.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 42 (4.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 887 | 95.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 42 | 4.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 929 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Meridian
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 188 | 20.2% |
| 2-Person Household | 235 | 25.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 218 | 23.5% |
| 4+ Person Household | 288 | 31.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 929 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Meridian
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 188 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 193 (82.1%) | 42 (17.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 218 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 288 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total Housing Units | 887 (95.5%) | 42 (4.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Meridian
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 89 (80.9%) | 21 (19.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 755 (97.3%) | 21 (2.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Meridian
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 152 | 16.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 247 | 26.6% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 250 | 26.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 202 | 21.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 55 | 5.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 23 | 2.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 929 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Meridian
Median Income by Occupancy in Meridian
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 887 (95.5%) | $194,563 |
| Renter-Occupied | 42 (4.5%) | $115,833 |
| Average | 929 (100.0%) | $192,813 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Meridian
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 38 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 27 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 14 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 38 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 50 (5.6%) | 14 (33.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 125 (14.1%) | 21 (50.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 595 (67.1%) | 7 (16.7%) |
| Total | 887 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Meridian
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 31 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 46 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 38 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 106 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 81 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 228 (25.7%) | 35 (83.3%) |
| $3,000 or more | 357 (40.3%) | 7 (16.7%) |
| Total | 887 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Meridian
Housing Structures in Meridian
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 825 | 88.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 60 | 6.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 44 | 4.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 929 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Meridian
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 804 (97.5%) | 21 (2.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 39 (65.0%) | 21 (35.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 887 (95.5%) | 42 (4.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Meridian
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 125 (14.1%) | 21 (50.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 303 (34.2%) | 21 (50.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 459 (51.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 887 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Meridian
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 679 (76.5%) | 21 (50.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 25 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 183 (20.6%) | 21 (50.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 887 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Meridian
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 48 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 161 (18.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 566 (63.8%) | 35 (83.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 112 (12.6%) | 7 (16.7%) |
| Total | 887 (100.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Meridian
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Meridian
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 68 | 790 |
| Median Property Value | $565,200 | $656,400 |
| Median Household Income | $138,068 | $561 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $648 | $357 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,467 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Meridian
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 22 (32.4%) | 131 (16.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 46 (67.6%) | 422 (53.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 230 (29.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 790 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Meridian
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (3.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 22 (32.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (1.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 29 (42.6%) | 50 (6.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 17 (25.0%) | 125 (15.8%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 790 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Meridian
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 8 (11.8%) | 201,944 (25,562.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 98 (12.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 31 (45.6%) | 336 (42.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 29 (42.6%) | 101 (12.8%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 790 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Meridian
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (1.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 46 (67.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 68 (100.0%) | 790 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Meridian
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meridian
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 369 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 400 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 404 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 473 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 354 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 332 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,499 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Meridian
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 369 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 400 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 36 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Meridian
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 131 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 28 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 172 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 2,106 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meridian
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 15 (4.1%) | 369 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 400 (100.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 14 (3.5%) | 390 (96.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 25 (5.3%) | 473 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (7.6%) | 327 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 21 (6.3%) | 311 (93.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 94 (100.0%) | 22 (23.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (100.0%) | 12 (32.4%) |
| Total | 233 (9.3%) | 2,340 (93.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Meridian
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 34 (11.2%) | 17 (11.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 29 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 14 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Meridian
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 9 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 16 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 34 (11.2%) | 17 (11.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (17.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 15 (4.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 13 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Meridian
Computing Device Access in Meridian
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 912 | 98.2% |
| Smartphone | 881 | 94.8% |
| Tablet | 843 | 90.7% |
| No Computing Device | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 929 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Meridian
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 856 | 92.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 39 | 4.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 102 | 11.0% |
| No Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 929 | 100.0% |
Meridian Summary
Meridian, Colorado is a small town located in Adams County, Colorado, United States. The town is situated on the eastern edge of the Denver metropolitan area, and is part of the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of Meridian was 1,845 at the 2010 census.
Geography
Meridian is located at 39°50'17" North, 104°50'17" West (39.838, -104.838). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2), all of it land.
History
Meridian was founded in 1887 by a group of settlers from the Midwest. The town was named after the nearby Meridian Reservoir, which was named after the meridian line that runs through the area. The town was originally a farming community, but in the early 1900s, it began to grow as a result of the nearby oil and gas industry.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a population boom as people moved to the area to take advantage of the booming oil and gas industry. The population of Meridian peaked in the 1970s, but has since declined due to the decline of the oil and gas industry.
Economy
The economy of Meridian is largely based on the oil and gas industry. The town is home to several oil and gas companies, including Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, Noble Energy, and Encana Corporation. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 690 households, and 486 families residing in the town. The population density was 2,637.3 people per square mile (1,017.2/km2). There were 745 housing units at an average density of 1,053.3 per square mile (406.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 81.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 14.2% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 25.2% of the population.
There were 690 households, out of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.3% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.3% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.20.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 30.2% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $45,000, and the median income for a family was $50,000. Males had a median income of $37,500 versus $27,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $20,000. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under age 18 and 6.7% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is Per Capita Income in Meridian?
Per Capita income in Meridian is $89,640.
What is the Median Family Income in Meridian?
Median Family Income in Meridian is $201,458.
What is the Median Household income in Meridian?
Median Household Income in Meridian is $192,813.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Meridian?
Income or Wage Gap in Meridian is 46.6%.
Women in Meridian earn 53.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Meridian?
Inequality or Gini Index in Meridian is 0.38.
What is the Total Population of Meridian?
Total Population of Meridian is 2,499.
What is the Total Male Population of Meridian?
Total Male Population of Meridian is 1,337.
What is the Total Female Population of Meridian?
Total Female Population of Meridian is 1,162.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Meridian?
There are 115.06 Males per 100 Females in Meridian.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Meridian?
There are 86.91 Females per 100 Males in Meridian.
What is the Median Population Age in Meridian?
Median Population Age in Meridian is 35.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Meridian
Average Family Size in Meridian is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Meridian
Average Household Size in Meridian is 2.7 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Meridian?
There are 1,525 People in the Labor Forcein in Meridian.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Meridian?
84.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Meridian.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Meridian?
Unemployment Rate in Meridian is 1.7%.