Meriden, KS
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Meriden Overview
719
TOTAL POPULATION
438
MALE POPULATION
281
FEMALE POPULATION
155.87
MALES / 100 FEMALES
64.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,922
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,662
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,449
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.31
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
382
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Meriden Zip Codes
Meriden Area Codes
Race in Meriden
The most populous races in Meriden are White / Caucasian (673 | 93.6%), Two or more Races (34 | 4.7%), and Native / Alaskan (11 | 1.5%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 1 | 0.1% |
Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 10 | 1.4% |
Native / Alaskan | 11 | 1.5% |
White / Caucasian | 673 | 93.6% |
Two or more Races | 34 | 4.7% |
Some other Race | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 719 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Meriden
The most populous ancestries reported in Meriden are German (243 | 33.8%), Irish (149 | 20.7%), American (58 | 8.1%), English (41 | 5.7%), and Italian (39 | 5.4%), together accounting for 73.7% of all Meriden residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
American | 58 | 8.1% |
Cherokee | 14 | 1.9% |
Choctaw | 11 | 1.5% |
Czech | 13 | 1.8% |
Czechoslovakian | 5 | 0.7% |
Danish | 4 | 0.6% |
Dutch | 12 | 1.7% |
Dutch West Indian | 1 | 0.1% |
English | 41 | 5.7% |
European | 1 | 0.1% |
French | 35 | 4.9% |
German | 243 | 33.8% |
Irish | 149 | 20.7% |
Italian | 39 | 5.4% |
Mexican | 7 | 1.0% |
Norwegian | 6 | 0.8% |
Potawatomi | 7 | 1.0% |
Puerto Rican | 3 | 0.4% |
Russian | 5 | 0.7% |
Scottish | 13 | 1.8% |
Swedish | 4 | 0.6% |
Swiss | 7 | 1.0% |
Thai | 1 | 0.1% |
Welsh | 2 | 0.3% | View All 24 Rows |
Immigrants in Meriden
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Meriden came from Europe (3 | 0.4%), Northern Europe (3 | 0.4%), Scotland (3 | 0.4%), Asia (1 | 0.1%), and India (1 | 0.1%), together accounting for 1.5% of all Meriden residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Asia | 1 | 0.1% |
Europe | 3 | 0.4% |
India | 1 | 0.1% |
Northern Europe | 3 | 0.4% |
Scotland | 3 | 0.4% |
South Central Asia | 1 | 0.1% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Meriden
Sex and Age in Meriden
The most populous age groups in Meriden are 15 to 19 Years (58 | 13.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (39 | 13.9%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 42 (9.6%) | 6 (2.1%) |
5 to 9 Years | 19 (4.3%) | 23 (8.2%) |
10 to 14 Years | 32 (7.3%) | 15 (5.3%) |
15 to 19 Years | 58 (13.2%) | 6 (2.1%) |
20 to 24 Years | 34 (7.8%) | 26 (9.2%) |
25 to 29 Years | 37 (8.5%) | 22 (7.8%) |
30 to 34 Years | 36 (8.2%) | 25 (8.9%) |
35 to 39 Years | 40 (9.1%) | 11 (3.9%) |
40 to 44 Years | 15 (3.4%) | 11 (3.9%) |
45 to 49 Years | 28 (6.4%) | 7 (2.5%) |
50 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (11.4%) |
55 to 59 Years | 15 (3.4%) | 16 (5.7%) |
60 to 64 Years | 41 (9.4%) | 39 (13.9%) |
65 to 69 Years | 14 (3.2%) | 3 (1.1%) |
70 to 74 Years | 16 (3.6%) | 23 (8.2%) |
75 to 79 Years | 9 (2.1%) | 5 (1.8%) |
80 to 84 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
85 Years and over | 1 (0.2%) | 11 (3.9%) |
Total | 438 (100.0%) | 281 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Meriden
Median Family Size in Meriden
The median family size in Meriden is 2.87 persons per family, with married-couple families (100 | 51.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.99 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (29 | 14.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.38 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 100 (51.0%) | 2.99 |
Single Male/Father | 29 (14.8%) | 2.38 |
Single Female/Mother | 67 (34.2%) | 2.90 |
Total Families | 196 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Median Household Size in Meriden
The median household size in Meriden is 2.45 persons per household, with single female/mother households (67 | 22.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.16 persons per household. non-family households (97 | 33.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.41 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 100 (34.1%) | 2.99 |
Single Male/Father | 29 (9.9%) | 2.45 |
Single Female/Mother | 67 (22.9%) | 3.16 |
Non-family | 97 (33.1%) | 1.41 |
Total Households | 293 (100.0%) | 2.45 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Meriden
Out of a total of 293 households in Meriden, 196 (66.9%) are family households, while 97 (33.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 86, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 58.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 58 (19.8%) |
2-Person Households | 86 (29.3%) | 39 (13.3%) |
3-Person Households | 52 (17.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4-Person Households | 33 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 19 (6.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6-Person Households | 6 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 196 (66.9%) | 97 (33.1%) |
Female Fertility in Meriden
Fertility by Age in Meriden
Average fertility rate in Meriden is 196.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 288.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 95.5% 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 | 21 (95.5%) | 288.0 |
35 to 50 years | 1 (4.5%) | 30.0 |
Total | 22 (100.0%) | 196.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Meriden
31.8% of women with births (22) in Meriden are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 66.7% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 7 (33.3%) | 14 (66.7%) |
35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
Total | 7 (31.8%) | 15 (68.2%) |
Fertility by Education in Meriden
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 5 (22.7%) | 152.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 17 (77.3%) | 309.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
Total | 22 (100.0%) | 196.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Meriden
68.2% of women with births in Meriden are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 60.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 76.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 3 (60.0%) | 2 (40.0%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 4 (23.5%) | 13 (76.5%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 7 (31.8%) | 15 (68.2%) |
Income in Meriden
Income Overview in Meriden
Per Capita Income in Meriden is $27,922, while median incomes of families and households are $69,662 and $69,449 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 719 | $27,922 |
Median Family Income | 196 | $69,662 |
Mean Family Income | 196 | $75,327 |
Median Household Income | 293 | $69,449 |
Mean Household Income | 293 | $71,059 |
Income Deficit | 196 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 719 | 25.59% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 719 | 74.41¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 719 | 0.31 |
Earnings by Sex in Meriden
Average Earnings in Meriden are $37,014, $39,342 for men and $29,276 for women, a difference of 25.6%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 226 (57.2%) | $39,342 |
Female | 169 (42.8%) | $29,276 |
Total | 395 (100.0%) | $37,014 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Meriden
The most common earnings brackets in Meriden are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (35 | 15.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (48 | 28.4%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 1 (0.4%) | 2 (1.2%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 3 (1.3%) | 10 (5.9%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 10 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 4 (1.8%) | 3 (1.8%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 8 (3.5%) | 7 (4.1%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 3 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 8 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 1 (0.4%) | 2 (1.2%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (8.9%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 6 (2.6%) | 3 (1.8%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 15 (6.6%) | 48 (28.4%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 24 (10.6%) | 10 (5.9%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 35 (15.5%) | 4 (2.4%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 30 (13.3%) | 11 (6.5%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 7 (3.1%) | 3 (1.8%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 12 (5.3%) | 8 (4.7%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 20 (8.8%) | 25 (14.8%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 14 (6.2%) | 3 (1.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 23 (10.2%) | 15 (8.9%) |
$100,000+ | 2 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 226 (100.0%) | 169 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Meriden
Average earnings in Meriden are $41,776 for men and $33,625 for women, a difference of 19.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $46,250, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,042. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,250, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,509.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | $36,042 | $26,509 |
College or Associate's Degree | $46,250 | $39,375 |
Bachelor's Degree | $40,500 | $53,333 |
Graduate Degree | - | - |
Total | $41,776 | $33,625 |
Family Income in Meriden
Family Income Brackets in Meriden
According to the Meriden family income data, there are 66 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 33.7% of all families.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 8 | 4.1% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 4 | 2.0% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 9 | 4.6% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 16 | 8.2% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 14 | 7.1% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 66 | 33.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 34 | 17.3% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 37 | 18.9% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 8 | 4.1% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Meriden
4-person families (20 | 10.2%) account for the highest median family income in Meriden with $129,583 per family, while 4-person families (20 | 10.2%) have the highest median income of $32,396 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 88 (44.9%) | $56,250 |
3-Person Families | 63 (32.1%) | $68,953 |
4-Person Families | 20 (10.2%) | $129,583 |
5-Person Families | 19 (9.7%) | $99,028 |
6-Person Families | 6 (3.1%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
Total | 196 (100.0%) | $69,662 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Meriden
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 25 (12.8%) | $0 |
1 Earner | 102 (52.0%) | $65,000 |
2 Earners | 47 (24.0%) | $114,375 |
3+ Earners | 22 (11.2%) | $129,583 |
Total | 196 (100.0%) | $69,662 |
Household Income in Meriden
Household Income Brackets in Meriden
With 94 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Meriden, accounting for 32.1% of all households.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 16 | 5.5% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 4 | 1.4% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 13 | 4.4% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 25 | 8.5% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 32 | 10.9% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 94 | 32.1% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 48 | 16.4% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 52 | 17.7% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 9 | 3.1% |
$200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Meriden
The median household income in Meriden is $69,449, with the highest median household income of $76,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 114 households (38.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 15 households (5.1%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 15 (5.1%) | $0 |
25 to 44 Years | 114 (38.9%) | $76,250 |
45 to 64 Years | 107 (36.5%) | $68,860 |
65+ Years | 57 (19.5%) | $62,321 |
Total | 293 (100.0%) | $69,449 |
Poverty in Meriden
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Meriden
With 8.7% poverty level for males and 13.2% for females among the residents of Meriden, 16 and 17 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (27.3%) and 6 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 8 (19.1%) | 3 (50.0%) |
5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 6 (21.4%) | 4 (14.8%) |
12 to 14 Years | 3 (18.8%) | 6 (66.7%) |
15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 3 (27.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 7 (13.7%) | 7 (21.9%) |
25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (19.2%) |
35 to 44 Years | 10 (18.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (2.6%) |
55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (12.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 1 (9.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 38 (8.7%) | 37 (13.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Meriden
According to the poverty statistics in Meriden, males aged 5 years and females aged 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 | 34 (80.9%) | 3 (50.0%) |
5 Years | 7 (100.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
6 to 11 Years | 22 (78.6%) | 23 (85.2%) |
12 to 14 Years | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (33.3%) |
15 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
16 and 17 Years | 8 (72.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 24 Years | 44 (86.3%) | 25 (78.1%) |
25 to 34 Years | 73 (100.0%) | 38 (80.8%) |
35 to 44 Years | 45 (81.8%) | 22 (100.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 28 (100.0%) | 38 (97.4%) |
55 to 64 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 48 (87.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 30 (100.0%) | 26 (100.0%) |
75 Years and over | 10 (90.9%) | 16 (100.0%) |
Total | 400 (91.3%) | 244 (86.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Meriden
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Meriden show that 3.0% or 3 of the total 100 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.8%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
3 or 4 Children | 13 (81.2%) | 3 (18.8%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 97 (97.0%) | 3 (3.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Meriden
According to the poverty data in Meriden, 24.1% or 7 single-father households and 13.4% or 9 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (35.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 7 (35.0%) | 5 (19.2%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 7 (24.1%) | 9 (13.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Meriden
The poverty data for Meriden shows that 3 of the married-couple family households (3.0%) and 16 of the single-parent households (16.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (18.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (26.1%) |
3 or 4 Children | 3 (18.8%) | 4 (100.0%) |
5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3 (3.0%) | 16 (16.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Meriden
Employment by Class of Employer in Meriden
Among the 355 employed individuals in Meriden, private company employees (215 | 60.6%), self-employed (not incorporated) (45 | 12.7%), and state government employees (43 | 12.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 215 | 60.6% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 0 | 0.0% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 45 | 12.7% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 20 | 5.6% |
Local Government Employees | 27 | 7.6% |
State Government Employees | 43 | 12.1% |
Federal Government Employees | 5 | 1.4% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
Total | 355 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Meriden
According to the labor force statistics for Meriden, out of the total population over 16 years of age (552), 69.2% or 382 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 25 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 59 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.6% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 17 (50.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Years | 47 (78.3%) | 4 (8.5%) |
25 to 29 Years | 59 (100.0%) | 1 (1.7%) |
30 to 34 Years | 57 (93.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 69 (89.6%) | 9 (13.0%) |
45 to 54 Years | 56 (83.6%) | 11 (19.6%) |
55 to 59 Years | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
60 to 64 Years | 38 (47.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 7 (12.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 1 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 382 (69.2%) | 25 (6.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Meriden
According to labor force statistics for Meriden, 82.7% of individuals (310) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (375) are in the labor force, with 6.8% or 21 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 97.2% or 70 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 8 (53.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 96 (74.4%) | 8 (6.3%) |
College / Associate Degree | 136 (85.5%) | 8 (5.1%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 70 (97.2%) | 8 (11.4%) |
Total | 310 (82.7%) | 26 (6.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Meriden
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meriden are Management (40 | 11.2%), Community & Social Service (29 | 8.1%), Business & Financial (28 | 7.8%), Education Instruction & Library (26 | 7.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (16 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meriden, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Business & Financial (64.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 22 (55.0%) | 18 (45.0%) |
Business & Financial | 18 (64.3%) | 10 (35.7%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 4 (44.4%) | 5 (55.6%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
Community & Social Service | 12 (41.4%) | 17 (58.6%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 11 (42.3%) | 15 (57.7%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
Total (Category) | 56 (45.9%) | 66 (54.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Meriden are Healthcare Support (38 | 10.6%), Security & Protection (12 | 3.4%), Law Enforcement (10 | 2.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (8 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (7 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Meriden, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (62.5%), and Personal Care & Service (28.6%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
Security & Protection | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Law Enforcement | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 3 (37.5%) | 5 (62.5%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Personal Care & Service | 5 (71.4%) | 2 (28.6%) |
Total (Category) | 26 (36.6%) | 45 (63.4%) |
Total (Overall) | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Meriden are Office & Administration (53 | 14.8%), and Sales & Related (12 | 3.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Office & Administration | 25 (47.2%) | 28 (52.8%) |
Total (Category) | 37 (56.9%) | 28 (43.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Meriden are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (30 | 8.4%), Construction & Extraction (13 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction & Extraction | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 30 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Meriden are Material Moving (21 | 5.9%), Production (19 | 5.3%), and Transportation (15 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Transportation | 13 (86.7%) | 2 (13.3%) |
Material Moving | 18 (85.7%) | 3 (14.3%) |
Total (Category) | 50 (90.9%) | 5 (9.1%) |
Total (Overall) | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Meriden
Employment Industries in Meriden
The major employment industries in Meriden include Health Care & Social Assistance (41 | 11.5%), Manufacturing (39 | 10.9%), Finance & Insurance (35 | 9.8%), Public Administration (24 | 6.7%), and Professional & Scientific (21 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Meriden
The Meriden industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (92.7%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 16 (80.0%) | 4 (20.0%) |
Manufacturing | 32 (82.1%) | 7 (17.9%) |
Wholesale Trade | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Retail Trade | 18 (90.0%) | 2 (10.0%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 14 (73.7%) | 5 (26.3%) |
Utilities | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Information | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Finance & Insurance | 18 (51.4%) | 17 (48.6%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Professional & Scientific | 17 (80.9%) | 4 (19.1%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Educational Services | 9 (42.9%) | 12 (57.1%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 3 (7.3%) | 38 (92.7%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 5 (23.8%) | 16 (76.2%) |
Public Administration | 19 (79.2%) | 5 (20.8%) |
Total | 213 (59.7%) | 144 (40.3%) |
Education in Meriden
School Enrollment in Meriden
The most common levels of schooling among the 153 students in Meriden are high school (46 | 30.1%), elementary school (44 | 28.8%), and middle school (36 | 23.5%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 9 | 5.9% |
Kindergarten | 4 | 2.6% |
Elementary School | 44 | 28.8% |
Middle School | 36 | 23.5% |
High School | 46 | 30.1% |
College / Undergraduate | 12 | 7.8% |
Graduate / Professional | 2 | 1.3% |
Total | 153 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Meriden
Out of a total of 153 students who are enrolled in schools in Meriden, 7 (4.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 146 (95.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 47 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 4 (57.1%) | 3 (42.9%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 37 (94.9%) | 2 (5.1%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
Total | 146 (95.4%) | 7 (4.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Meriden
Bio, nature & agricultural (30 | 29.4%), science & technology (18 | 17.6%), arts & humanities (12 | 11.8%), business (10 | 9.8%), and social sciences (8 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 102 individuals in Meriden who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 1 | 1.0% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 30 | 29.4% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 5 | 4.9% |
Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
Social Sciences | 8 | 7.8% |
Engineering | 5 | 4.9% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 18 | 17.6% |
Business | 10 | 9.8% |
Education | 7 | 6.9% |
Literature & Languages | 6 | 5.9% |
Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
Arts & Humanities | 12 | 11.8% |
Total | 102 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Meriden
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Meriden
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Meriden are males with 2 vehicles (109, accounting for 51.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (69, making up 76.8%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 26 (12.2%) | 44 (31.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 109 (51.2%) | 69 (48.6%) |
3 Vehicles | 38 (17.8%) | 19 (13.4%) |
4 Vehicles | 16 (7.5%) | 3 (2.1%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 24 (11.3%) | 7 (4.9%) |
Total | 213 (100.0%) | 142 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Meriden
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Meriden are 30 to 34 minutes (93 commuters, 26.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (61 commuters, 17.4%), and 25 to 29 minutes (57 commuters, 16.3%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 14 | 4.0% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 47 | 13.4% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 13 | 3.7% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 24 | 6.9% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 61 | 17.4% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 57 | 16.3% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 93 | 26.6% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 2 | 0.6% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 3 | 0.9% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 12 | 3.4% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 15 | 4.3% |
90 or more Minutes | 9 | 2.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Meriden
The most common commute times in Meriden are 20 to 24 minutes (46 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (49 commuters, 35.8%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 3 (1.4%) | 11 (8.0%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 28 (13.2%) | 19 (13.9%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 10 (4.7%) | 3 (2.2%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 21 (9.9%) | 3 (2.2%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 46 (21.6%) | 15 (11.0%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 31 (14.5%) | 26 (19.0%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 44 (20.7%) | 49 (35.8%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.5%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 2 (0.9%) | 1 (0.7%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 4 (1.9%) | 8 (5.8%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 15 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
90 or more Minutes | 9 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Meriden
The most frequent times of departure to work in Meriden are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (61, 28.6%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (42, 30.7%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 9 (4.2%) | 12 (8.8%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 16 (7.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 8 (3.8%) | 6 (4.4%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 61 (28.6%) | 8 (5.8%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 28 (13.2%) | 42 (30.7%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 14 (6.6%) | 27 (19.7%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 4 (1.9%) | 14 (10.2%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 17 (8.0%) | 7 (5.1%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 10 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (5.8%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 15 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 31 (14.5%) | 11 (8.0%) |
Total | 213 (100.0%) | 137 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Meriden
Occupancy by Ownership in Meriden
Of the total 293 dwellings in Meriden, owner-occupied units account for 205 (70.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 88 (30.0%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 205 | 70.0% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 88 | 30.0% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 293 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Meriden
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 58 | 19.8% |
2-Person Household | 125 | 42.7% |
3-Person Household | 52 | 17.7% |
4+ Person Household | 58 | 19.8% |
Total Housing Units | 293 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Meriden
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 34 (58.6%) | 24 (41.4%) |
2-Person Household | 72 (57.6%) | 53 (42.4%) |
3-Person Household | 44 (84.6%) | 8 (15.4%) |
4+ Person Household | 55 (94.8%) | 3 (5.2%) |
Total Housing Units | 205 (70.0%) | 88 (30.0%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Meriden
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 8 (80.0%) | 2 (20.0%) |
High School Diploma | 62 (68.9%) | 28 (31.1%) |
College/Associate Degree | 85 (76.6%) | 26 (23.4%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 50 (61.0%) | 32 (39.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Meriden
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 67 | 22.9% |
35 to 44 Years | 62 | 21.2% |
45 to 54 Years | 48 | 16.4% |
55 to 64 Years | 59 | 20.1% |
65 to 74 Years | 48 | 16.4% |
75 to 84 Years | 6 | 2.1% |
85 Years and Over | 3 | 1.0% |
Total | 293 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Meriden
Median Income by Occupancy in Meriden
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 205 (70.0%) | $74,375 |
Renter-Occupied | 88 (30.0%) | $41,875 |
Average | 293 (100.0%) | $69,449 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Meriden
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 8 (3.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (8.0%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (4.5%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 8 (3.9%) | 5 (5.7%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 15 (7.3%) | 10 (11.4%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 9 (4.4%) | 23 (26.1%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 66 (32.2%) | 28 (31.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 45 (22.0%) | 3 (3.4%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 48 (23.4%) | 4 (4.5%) |
$150,000 or more | 6 (2.9%) | 3 (3.4%) |
Total | 205 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Meriden
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 31 (15.1%) | 11 (12.5%) |
$300 to $499 | 17 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 35 (17.1%) | 36 (40.9%) |
$800 to $999 | 29 (14.1%) | 12 (13.6%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 62 (30.2%) | 29 (33.0%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 29 (14.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 2 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 205 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Meriden
Housing Structures in Meriden
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 227 | 77.5% |
Single Unit, Attached | 17 | 5.8% |
2 Unit Apartments | 15 | 5.1% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 16 | 5.5% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
10 or more Apartments | 14 | 4.8% |
Mobile Home / Other | 4 | 1.4% |
Total | 293 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Meriden
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 197 (86.8%) | 30 (13.2%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 4 (26.7%) | 11 (73.3%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 205 (70.0%) | 88 (30.0%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Meriden
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 13 (6.3%) | 15 (17.1%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 49 (23.9%) | 68 (77.3%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 96 (46.8%) | 4 (4.5%) |
8 or more Rooms | 47 (22.9%) | 1 (1.1%) |
Total | 205 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Meriden
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 177 (86.3%) | 71 (80.7%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 7 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Electricity | 21 (10.2%) | 17 (19.3%) |
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 | 205 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Meriden
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.4%) |
1 Vehicle | 73 (35.6%) | 30 (34.1%) |
2 Vehicles | 63 (30.7%) | 53 (60.2%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 69 (33.7%) | 2 (2.3%) |
Total | 205 (100.0%) | 88 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Meriden
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Meriden
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 85 | 120 |
Median Property Value | $195,300 | $125,800 |
Median Household Income | $68,750 | $5 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $509 | $0 |
Real Estate Taxes | $2,684 | $3 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Meriden
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 9 (10.6%) | 11 (9.2%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 4 (4.7%) | 8 (6.7%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 42 (49.4%) | 101 (84.2%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 30 (35.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 85 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Meriden
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.8%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 4 (4.7%) | 8 (6.7%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 7 (8.2%) | 4 (3.3%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 4 (4.7%) | 8 (6.7%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 54 (63.5%) | 5 (4.2%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2 (2.4%) | 12 (10.0%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 13 (15.3%) | 43 (35.8%) |
$150,000 or more | 1 (1.2%) | 35 (29.2%) |
Total | 85 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Meriden
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 39 (45.9%) | 93,250 (77,708.3%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 2 (2.4%) | 70 (58.3%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 10 (11.8%) | 23 (19.2%) |
4.0x or more | 34 (40.0%) | 8 (6.7%) |
Total | 85 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Meriden
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 11 (12.9%) | 7 (5.8%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 2 (2.4%) | 6 (5.0%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 43 (50.6%) | 31 (25.8%) |
Total | 85 (100.0%) | 120 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Meriden
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meriden
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 138 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
19 to 25 Years | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
26 to 34 Years | 112 (97.4%) | 3 (2.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 74 (96.1%) | 3 (3.9%) |
45 to 54 Years | 55 (82.1%) | 12 (17.9%) |
55 to 64 Years | 82 (73.9%) | 29 (26.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 672 (93.5%) | 47 (6.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Meriden
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 138 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 71 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Meriden
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 65 (98.5%) | 1 (1.5%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 105 (89.7%) | 12 (10.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 139 (82.7%) | 29 (17.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 127 (96.2%) | 5 (3.8%) |
$100,000 and over | 236 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meriden
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 17 (29.8%) | 40 (70.2%) |
6 to 18 Years | 26 (18.8%) | 114 (82.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 3 (4.2%) | 68 (95.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 10 (8.7%) | 108 (93.9%) |
35 to 44 Years | 10 (13.0%) | 65 (84.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 2 (3.0%) | 53 (79.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 44 (39.6%) | 40 (36.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 56 (100.0%) | 49 (87.5%) |
75 Years and over | 27 (100.0%) | 27 (100.0%) |
Total | 195 (27.1%) | 564 (78.4%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Meriden
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 24 (26.1%) | 1 (2.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 3 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 40 (28.8%) | 28 (24.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 2 (6.7%) | 3 (11.5%) |
75 Years and over | 4 (36.4%) | 15 (93.8%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Meriden
Disability Class: Hearing 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 | 36 (25.9%) | 6 (5.2%) |
65 to 74 Years | 2 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 4 (36.4%) | 3 (18.8%) |
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%) | 2 (12.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 24 (26.1%) | 1 (2.6%) |
18 to 34 Years | 3 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 29 (20.9%) | 11 (9.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (11.5%) |
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 | 35 (25.2%) | 14 (12.1%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (87.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 5 (5.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (12.5%) |
Technology Access in Meriden
Computing Device Access in Meriden
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 188 | 64.2% |
Smartphone | 286 | 97.6% |
Tablet | 142 | 48.5% |
No Computing Device | 4 | 1.4% |
Total | 293 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Meriden
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
Broadband Home | 177 | 60.4% |
Cellular Data Only | 54 | 18.4% |
Satellite Internet | 11 | 3.7% |
No Internet | 53 | 18.1% |
Total | 293 | 100.0% |
Meriden Summary
Meriden, Kansas is a small town located in Jefferson County, Kansas. It is situated on the banks of the Kansas River, about 25 miles west of Topeka. The population of Meriden was estimated to be 545 in 2020.
History
Meriden was founded in 1857 by a group of settlers from Ohio. The town was named after Meriden, Connecticut, the hometown of one of the settlers. The town was originally located on the south side of the Kansas River, but was moved to the north side in 1859.
The town was an important stop on the Santa Fe Trail, and was a major trading post for settlers in the area. The town was also a major stop on the Pony Express route.
In the late 1800s, Meriden was a thriving agricultural community. The town was home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The town also had a hotel, a bank, and several stores.
Geography
Meriden is located in the rolling hills of eastern Kansas. The town is situated on the north side of the Kansas River, about 25 miles west of Topeka. The town is surrounded by farmland and is located near several small lakes.
The climate in Meriden is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average temperature in the winter is around 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Economy
The economy of Meriden is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several grain elevators, a flour mill, and a creamery. The town also has several small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a restaurant.
The town is also home to a small manufacturing plant that produces agricultural equipment. The plant employs about 50 people.
Demographics
The population of Meriden was estimated to be 545 in 2020. The town is predominantly white, with about 95% of the population being white. The remaining 5% of the population is made up of African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans.
The median household income in Meriden is $45,000, and the median home value is $90,000. The town has a low unemployment rate, and the poverty rate is below the national average.
Meriden is a small town with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The town is home to several small businesses, and the economy is largely based on agriculture. The town is also home to a diverse population, with a mix of races and ethnicities. Meriden is a great place to live and work, and is a great example of small-town America.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Meriden?
Total Population of Meriden is 719.
What is the Total Male Population of Meriden?
Total Male Population of Meriden is 438.
What is the Total Female Population of Meriden?
Total Female Population of Meriden is 281.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Meriden?
There are 155.87 Males per 100 Females in Meriden.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Meriden?
There are 64.16 Females per 100 Males in Meriden.
What is the Median Population Age in Meriden?
Median Population Age in Meriden is 34.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Meriden
Average Family Size in Meriden is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Meriden
Average Household Size in Meriden is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Meriden?
Per Capita income in Meriden is $27,922.
What is the Median Family Income in Meriden?
Median Family Income in Meriden is $69,662.
What is the Median Household income in Meriden?
Median Household Income in Meriden is $69,449.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Meriden?
Income or Wage Gap in Meriden is 25.6%.
Women in Meriden earn 74.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Meriden?
Inequality or Gini Index in Meriden is 0.31.
How Large is the Labor Force in Meriden?
There are 382 People in the Labor Forcein in Meriden.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Meriden?
69.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Meriden.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Meriden?
Unemployment Rate in Meriden is 6.5%.