Meridian has a city population of 2,170, sitting inside a broader metro area of 2.5+ million. A steady growth rate of 0.70% annually suggests construction and landscaping demand that increases gradually rather than spikes — homeowners and small contractors can expect consistent need for repairs, additions, and outdoor projects over time. With 228 sunny days annually and annual rainfall of 34.80 inches, local projects require materials that handle strong sun exposure and periodic wetting. Being in hardiness zone 8b also shapes plant choices and soil needs. Together these factors mean Meridian homeowners often prioritize durable base materials, drainage-friendly soils, UV-resistant mulches, and erosion-control products. The net effect is steady volumes of bulk materials — gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and stone — used for driveways, grading, xeriscaping, and foundation prep rather than large, sudden booms of demand.