Meridian, MS (39301) is a city located in Lauderdale County and is the county seat. It has been ranked as one of the best places to live by BestPlaces.net, providing an excellent quality of life to its residents. The rankings are based on factors such as cost of living, crime rates, housing market stability, healthcare access and quality, education opportunities, job market diversity and local amenities. In 2019 Meridian was ranked #2 in Mississippi with an overall score of 7 out of 10. The city offers plenty of attractions such as Bonita Lakes Park with its 500-acre lake and wildlife, Jimmie Rodgers Museum which celebrates the first country music superstar, historic downtown area dotted with unique shops and restaurants for a fun shopping or dining experience. These factors contribute to Meridian’s high ranking as one of the best places to live in Mississippi.
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