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Meridian, MS
B
Population: 35,625
Home Price: $92,100
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Overview
Meridian is a small city in the state of Mississippi with a population of 35,625. Meridian has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(B) Good
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
18.5 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Meridian, MS
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Per Capita Income
$24,008
$23,075
$32,693
Median Household Income
$31,198
$43,206
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
7.9%
7.8%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
25.0%
19.4%
10.5%
Age
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Median Age
37.7
38.3
42.3
Gender
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Male
47.1%
47.4%
49.8%
Female
52.9%
52.6%
50.2%
Race
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
White
30.8%
53.2%
80.3%
Black or African American
65.6%
40.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
1.3%
2.7%
Asian
0.9%
0.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
0.9%
1.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
1.6%
2.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Median Home Price
$92,100
$103,931
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$575
$521
$801
Family Households
31.5%
31.5%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
42.8%
42.8%
26.2%
Homeowners
45.4%
67.5%
72.9%
Renters
54.6%
32.5%
27.1%
Education
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
13.6%
12.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
27.3%
27.3%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
21.3%
20.7%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
11.8%
10.0%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
12.4%
12.1%
15.0%
Proficiency
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Mathematics
35.2%
42.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
36.0%
38.0%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Murder
38.0
9.9
3.0
Rape
43.4
35.9
38.0
Robbery
195.2
58.9
40.7
Assault
214.2
226.3
188.5
Property Crime
Meridian
Mississippi
United States
Burglary
1195.8
684.8
336.1
Theft
2451.3
2347.0
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
352.5
189.5
167.1
Arson
29.8
10.0
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Meridian, MS
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
food truck
grocery
culinary
chefs
seafood
chef
pizza
drinks
cajun
dine
james beard
cheeseburger
cooking
ice cream
cheese
steak
french fries
sandwiches
meat
shrimp
video games
football
college football
basketball
baseball
soccer
sports entertainment
soccer players
softball
athlete
coaches
major league
pelicans saints
dirt track racing
boxing
nfl
wrestling
recruiting
golf
athletics
inspired by
creation
museum
performing arts
creative writing
creative
quilling
photography
literary
poster
architecture design
fellowships
artists
drawing
showcasing
fashion
fanart
portraits
illustration
creations
video games
nerdy stuff
anime
reading manga
photography
nascar
books
disc golf
gym rat
fitness
nerdy
gaming
dd
apple products
youtuber
toys
kayaking
cigars
pokmon cards
junk
sports
sports entertainment
tv
photographervideographer ig
arts
arts entertainment
performing arts
commentary
award winning
creative
independent artists
producer
comedy
photography
drama
hollywood
architecture design
recreation
gaming
hip hop
sports
space
arts
visitors
summer
pickleball
photography
facilities
indoor
pool
aviation
outdoor recreation
backpacking
winter
swimming
kayaking
mountain
recreational
lodge
beach
new arrivals
christmas shopping
black owned
online shopping
shop online
grocery shopping
grocery shop
food truck
gift ideas
grocery
drive thru
local businesses
gas station
walmart
goodies
sitdown dinner
packages
candles
warehouse
starbucks
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