Meriden, IA is a small community located in the southeastern part of Iowa. According to Bestplaces rankings, the city has an overall ranking of 4.4 out of 10, and is considered better than 28.2% of other US cities. Meriden also ranks highly in terms of safety, with a score of 8.4 out of 10. The crime rate in Meriden is below the average for Iowa. Additionally, Meriden has a cost of living index that stands at 90.9 points, which makes it cheaper than most other cities in the United States. Furthermore, the city ranks highly in terms of housing affordability, with a median home price that stands at $138k compared to $196k nationwide and an average rent price that's only slightly above the national average rate at 1%. Overall, Meriden provides its residents with a safe and affordable place to live for those looking for an alternative to larger cities such as Des Moines or Cedar Rapids.
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