7 the west of the city as well as those bordering Wallingford experienced some population growth over the past decade. Figure 2 Population Change (2011 - 2019)
Across age cohorts, the city
Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates
of Meriden has seen similar growth rates as the greater SCRCOG residents
region aged
55
in and
older. Similarly, Meriden has experienced declines comparable to the rest of the region in all other populations by age except for individuals aged 18 – 24. These trends are common across both the SCRCOG region and the state where most of the population is aging
and
younger
millennial households are migrating
to
employment Based
on
major centers.
the
state
population projections it is these younger households as well as the elderly population
that
are
anticipated to continue to grow over the next 20 years bringing Meriden’s population to an estimated 66,000 residents. With many of the older residents looking to downsize or move into more affordable and accessible housing as well as younger working age residents looking for affordable rents or first-time homes, this population growth will contribute to further competition
