Meriden is a city located in New Haven County, in the state of Connecticut (CT), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 23.7 square miles (61.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 140 ft. With a population of approximately 58,244 residents, Meriden offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.44% males and 51.56% females, and it has a population density of 457.55 people per square mile (948.87/km²). Meriden lies at a latitude of 41.53 and a longitude of -72.8, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (8.2%), German (10.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06450.