06451 ZIP Code – Meriden, Connecticut
Located in Meriden, Connecticut, ZIP code 06451 is a large ZIP code within Unknown County with a population of approximately 24,482 residents. The median household income is $59,540 — well below the Connecticut average and below the national average. Median home values of $206,700 are below the national average, with 56.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $1,146 is near the national average. Housing consists of 56% single-family (increasing), 18% apartments (decreasing), 25% duplex/multi-family.
At 7.6%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. About 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line, near the national rate. 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the U.S. average. The median age is 38.2, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 06450, 06467, 06410.
ZIP Code 06451 Data
See more demographics for:
ZIP 06451 vs. Connecticut vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 06451 | CT Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24k | 12k | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $105k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $206k | $387k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,146 | $1,504 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.2 | 43.8 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.6% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | 9.0% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 21.5% | 43.3% | 26.9% |
Demographics Charts
Race & Ethnicity
Gender
Education Level (adults 25+)
Nearby ZIP Codes
- 06450 – Meriden
- 06467 – Milldale
- 06410 – Cheshire
- 06479 – Plantsville
- 06037 – Berlin
- 06489 – Southington
- 06444 – Marion
- 06492 – Wallingford
- 06455 – Middlefield
- 06481 – Rockfall
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06450 | MERIDEN | 36,074 | $64,887 |
| 06467 | MILLDALE | 396 | Not provided |
| 06410 | CHESHIRE | 28,775 | $147,909 |
| 06479 | PLANTSVILLE | 9,947 | $107,493 |
| 06037 | BERLIN | 18,573 | $110,546 |