Living in Meriden, CT
Meriden is a city of 60,849 residents in New Haven County, about halfway between New Haven and Hartford, with Hubbard Park and the Hanging Hills on its west side.
Meriden at a glance
- Median sale price
- $340,000+6.3% vs last year 603 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 29.99 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,100 median-priced home
- Population
- 60,849 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 23.7 sq mi 2,564 per sq mi
What it is like in Meriden
Meriden covers 23.73 square miles in New Haven County and had a population of 60,849. It borders Berlin, Wallingford, Cheshire and Southington. The city lies about halfway between New Haven and Hartford.
Meriden was named a town in 1806 and incorporated as a city in 1867. It is known as the Silver City because of its many silver manufacturers, and the Meriden Britannia Company, a predecessor of International Silver, won a medal at the 1876 Centennial Exposition. International Silver continued production until the early 1980s.
The Hanging Hills, part of the Metacomet Ridge, rise within the city, and the Quinnipiac River runs through a gorge in South Meriden.
Hubbard Park covers about 1,800 acres in the Hanging Hills, with Mirror Lake and the Castle Craig tower on East Peak, which was dedicated in 1900. The Daffodil Festival is held in the park each spring and the Festival of Silver Lights is a winter light display. Other city parks and fields include Brookside Park, Giuffrida Memorial Outdoor Center YMCA, Johnson Hill Park, Diamond Hill Park, Washington Park and Columbus Park, and Hunter Memorial Golf Course.
Gallery 53 on Colony Street shows arts and crafts and was founded in 1907. The Augusta Curtis Cultural Center on East Main Street holds concerts, lectures, exhibitions and theater. Restaurants include Mr Taco on Miller Street, American Soul Kitchen & Bar on Scott Street and Angelina's Apizza on West Main Street.
Getting around from Meriden
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 26 min | 17 |
| New Haven | 28 min | 19 |
| Stamford | 79 min | 58 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 133 min | 93 |
| Boston | 145 min | 117 |
| Providence | 119 min | 92 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 49 min | 33 |
Rail stations nearby
- Meriden 0.4 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
- Wallingford 5.4 mi Amtrak
- Berlin 7 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
Interstate 91 and Interstate 691 serve Meriden, along with Route 15 (the Wilbur Cross Parkway), Route 66 and U.S. Route 5, which runs through the city as North and South Broad Street. Drive times: Hartford is 26 minutes (17 miles), New Haven is 28 minutes (19 miles), Stamford is 79 minutes (58 miles), Midtown New York City is 133 minutes (93 miles), Providence is 119 minutes (92 miles), Boston is 145 minutes (117 miles) and Bradley Airport is 49 minutes (33 miles).
Meriden station, 0.4 miles away in a straight line, has CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service. Wallingford station (5.4 miles) has Amtrak, and Berlin station (7 miles) has CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak.
Schools in Meriden
14 public schools in Meriden School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 8
- Benjamin Franklin
- Casimir Pulaski
- Hanover
- Israel Putnam
- John Barry
- Nathan Hale
- Roger Sherman
- Thomas Hooker
Middle 3
- Edison
- Lincoln
- Washington
High school 3
- Francis T. Maloney High School
- H. C. Wilcox Technical High School
- Orville H. Platt High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Meriden School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in Meriden
Open Meriden in Google Maps →Eat and drink 6
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Restaurant on Murdock Avenue serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Soul food restaurant and bar serving brunch, lunch and dinner, with outdoor seating.
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Pizzeria on West Main Street serving pizza for dine-in, takeout and gift cards.
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Mexican restaurant with a long menu based on dishes from Guadalajara, Jalisco.
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Smokehouse restaurant on East Main Street offering lunch, dinner, takeout and delivery.
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Counter restaurant serving steamed cheeseburgers, with catering and food trucks.
Things to do and see 5
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City events building on East Main Street used for concerts, lectures, exhibitions and theater.
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Craft and paint studio on East Main Street that hosts group craft sessions and parties.
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Nonprofit arts and crafts gallery on Colony Street, founded in 1907.
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Municipal park of about 1,800 acres in the Hanging Hills with Mirror Lake and the Castle Craig tower.
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Shop on Hanover Road selling handmade gifts, art, jewelry and furniture.
Parks, preserves and trails 28
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Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
Meriden housing market
Over the last 12 months, 603 homes sold in Meriden with a median sale price of $340,000 and a median of 12 days on market. There are 96 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $207 per square foot. The typical home sold for 102% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 6.3% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.9 months.
Meriden's town-wide property tax rate is 29.99 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,100 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
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Questions about Meriden
What is the median home price in Meriden, CT?
The median sale price in Meriden is $340,000, based on 603 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Meriden, CT?
Meriden's town-wide property tax rate is 29.99 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,100 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Meriden, CT from Hartford?
Meriden is about 17 miles and a 26-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Meriden, CT from New York City?
Meriden is about 93 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 133-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Meriden, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Meriden (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 0.4 miles from the center of Meriden. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Meriden, CT?
Meriden has about 60,849 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 23.7 square miles.
How many public schools are in Meriden, CT?
Meriden has 14 public schools in Meriden School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Meriden, CT?
There are 96 homes for sale in Meriden right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in Meriden?
Yes. Meriden station has CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service and is 0.4 miles away in a straight line.
How far is Meriden from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 26 minutes (17 miles) by car and New Haven is 28 minutes (19 miles).
Which highways pass through Meriden?
Interstate 91, Interstate 691, Route 15, Route 66 and U.S. Route 5 serve the city.
What is Castle Craig?
Castle Craig is a stone tower on East Peak in Hubbard Park, dedicated in 1900, with views over the Quinnipiac Valley.
Which towns border Meriden?
Berlin, Wallingford, Cheshire and Southington.
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