Meridian, NY is a small village located in Cortland County with a population of 207. The town is known for its quiet atmosphere and quaint way of life. Local businesses consist of the Meridian Grocery store, Countryside Cafe, and Ithaca Gun Company. Year-round outdoor activities in Meridian include biking, hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, hunting and fishing. Other organizations found in Meridian are the local library, historical society and senior center. In addition to these activities, Meridian is home to several annual sporting events including the Meridian Turkey Trot 5k race held each Thanksgiving Day and the annual Labor Day parade.
The population in Meridian is 207. There are 300 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Meridian is 42.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Meridian is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Meridian
- 51.1% are married
- 4.2% are divorced
- 32.9% are married with children
- 4.9% have children, but are single
Race in Meridian
- 94.3% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander