What are the schools like in Meridianville, AL?

Meridianville is served primarily by Madison County. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 8 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.4:1.

What is the median household income in Meridianville?

The median household income in Meridianville, AL is $92,443 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in Meridianville, AL?

Meridianville has an average high temperature of 51.9°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.1 inches.

Meridianville, AL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Meridianville, AL affordable or expensive?

Meridianville's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Meridianville is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $251,400 and the median rent is $1,067 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Meridianville, AL?

Meridianville has a violent crime rate of 335.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1713.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Meridianville, AL a Good Place to Live?

Meridianville is a small town of 9,528 in Alabama, with a median household income of $92,443 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Meridianville stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Meridianville is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Meridianville city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 95.4

Meridianville's overall cost of living index is 95.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Meridianville costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Meridianville, AL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$251,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,067	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$92,443	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Meridianville's violent crime rate is 335.7 per 100,000 residents — 12% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

335.7 /100k

Property Crime

1713.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Meridianville is served primarily by Madison County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Meridianville, AL	National Avg
School District	Madison County	—
Elementary Schools	16	—
Middle Schools	5	—
High Schools	8	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	41.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Meridianville sees average highs of 51.9°F in January and 90.8°F in July, with 58.0 inches of annual precipitation and 1.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Meridianville, AL
Average High — January	51.9°F
Average High — July	90.8°F
Annual Precipitation	58.0"
Annual Snowfall	1.1"

Demographics

Metric	Meridianville, AL	National Avg
Population	9,528	—
Median Age	38.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	55.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	5.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.5%	22.2%
65 and over	12.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hazel Green, AL 3 mi Moores Mill, AL 4 mi Huntsville, AL 7 mi New Market, AL 9 mi Harvest, AL 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Meridianville

Meridianville, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

35759

Meridianville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meridianville, AL affordable or expensive?

Meridianville's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Meridianville roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $251,400 and median rent is $1,067/month.

What is the crime rate in Meridianville, AL?

Meridianville's violent crime rate is 335.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1713.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Meridianville?

Public schools in Meridianville are operated by Madison County. The district has 16 elementary, 5 middle, and 8 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.4:1. 41.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Meridianville, AL a good place to live?

Meridianville, AL has a population of 9,528, a median household income of $92,443, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Meridianville?

Meridianville averages 51.9°F in January and 90.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.0 inches with about 1.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Meridianville?

Meridianville, AL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 35759.

What is the population of Meridianville?

The population of Meridianville, Alabama is 9,528 with a median age of 38.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Meridianville?

Key numbers for living in Meridianville: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $251,400, median household income $92,443, crime index 86 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Meridianville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.