Meriden Population 2026
Meriden has a population of 59,988, making it the #684 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Connecticut. It is about 147× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,988
Rank in United States
#684
Coordinates
41.54°N, 72.81°W
~54 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
464 km
288 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 147,629 | #189 |
| New Haven | 130,322 | #218 |
| Stamford | 128,874 | #225 |
| North Stamford | 121,230 | #240 |
| Hartford | 121,054 | #241 |
| Waterbury | 108,802 | #287 |
| Norwalk | 88,485 | #384 |
| Danbury | 84,657 | #423 |
Cities near Meriden
- Cheshire29,443 people · ~9 km away
- Middletown46,756 people · ~13 km away
- New Britain72,808 people · ~14 km away
- Hamden59,847 people · ~17 km away
- Bristol60,452 people · ~19 km away
- Waterbury108,802 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Meriden?
Meriden has a population of 59,988 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #684 biggest city in United States.
What state is Meriden in?
Meriden is located in Connecticut, United States.
Is Meriden the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 464 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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