Adrian, MI vs Meriden, CT
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Adrian
75
#506 nationally
Meriden
75.4
#466 nationally
Meriden leads in crime level (3.5 vs 15.7). Meriden leads in median household income ($63,671 vs $40,797). Adrian leads in cost of living index (83 vs 107).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Adrian, MI | Meriden, CT |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 75 (#506) | 75.4 (#466) |
| Population | 20,238 | 60,111 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $193,552 | $328,476 |
| Median Household Income | $40,797 | $63,671 |
| Average Commute | 19.1 min | 23.4 min |
| Walk Score | 47 | 40 |
| Crime Level | 15.7 | 3.5 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 83 | 107 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+23.0 | N/A |
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75 Score
Adrian, MI
Small Michigan city with local appeal
Median Home
$193,552
Population
20,238
Crime
High
Walk Score
47
Midwest
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75.4 Score
Meriden, CT
Connecticut community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$328,476
Population
60,111
Crime
Low
Walk Score
40
Northeast
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