1. History:  In the 1800s, Meriden earned the nickname “Silver City,” due to the large number of cutlery and related products which were manufactured here by companies such as International Silver and Meriden Cutlery.
   
   
2. The median income for a household in the city was $43,237, and the median income for a family was $52,788. Males had a median income of $39,633 versus $10,268 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,597. About 17.5% of families and 20.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under age 18 and 23.8% of those age 65 or over.
   
   

By Race

White

Black

Native American

Asian

Hispanic

Total Population

80.2%

6.4%

0.4%

1.4%

32.4%

Because Hispanics could be counted in other races, the totals above could possibly be more than 100%. If you would like a detailed listing of all ethnic groups in the U.S., please Click Here.

A small percentage of the businesses listed on BlackCityInfo.com may not necessarily be black owned and operated but have received favorable reviews from users who have visited the establishment, or from the owners themselves who warmly seek out African American patronage.

BEAUTY CARE - BLACK HAIR SALONS - MULTICULTURAL

1. IYA Africian Hair Braiding New Image Inc -  Category: Black Hair Salons -   298 East Main Street Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 238-2187
   
   
2. Lashawn Creations Unisex Salon -  Category: Black Hair Salons -   306 East Main Street Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 237-6398
   
   

DINING - CATERING

1. Cajun Cafe & Grille -  Category: Cajun -   470 Lewis Ave, #2060, Meriden, CT (203) 686-0006
   
   

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BLACK CHURCHES

1. Faith Center Cogic -  22 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 237-2456
   
   
2. Parker Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church -  1280 North Broad Street Meriden, CT 06450 (203) 639-0747
   
   

ANNUAL EVENTS

1. Meriden Black Expo
   (June)   Location City Park, Meriden, CT 06450   - (visit website)
   
   All are welcome.
   
   
   
2. Meriden Daffodil Festival
   (April)   Location in Hubbard Park , Meriden, CT For general information call (203) 630-4259   - (visit website)
   
   Food, crafts, music, fireworks, amusements and a parade.