Meridian, CO is a small town with a population of 4,954 people and a population density of 4,316 people per square mile. Located in northeast Colorado, Meridian offers year-round outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding. In the summer months there are also plenty of opportunities for swimming in the local lakes and streams. There are several businesses located in Meridian including The Basilica Restaurant & Bar which serves delicious Italian cuisine, Foundry Hall Gallery & Studio which features art from local artists for sale and viewing pleasure, and Savery's Market which has been providing fresh fruits and vegetables to locals since 1956. Other organizations in Meridian include the Meridian Historical Museum which hosts events to celebrate local history and culture, the Friends of the Library group who support children’s literacy programs at the library, and several active community volunteer programs. Local sporting events include high school football games during fall season and basketball games during winter season.
The population in Meridian is 4,954. There are 5,649 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Meridian is 33.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Meridian is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Meridian
- 52.3% are married
- 22.4% are divorced
- 32.0% are married with children
- 3.6% have children, but are single
Race in Meridian
- 70.6% are White
- 4.3% are Black
- 15.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 7.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander