Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 77% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 532 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 287 (13%) |
| Associates | 470 (21.3%) |
| Bachelors | 309 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 598 (27.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,710 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,264 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $799/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 1,900 |
| Vacant Units | 382 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Meade County is located in Kansas and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 3,945 residents. With a median age of 37.65, it is a relatively young county.
Meade County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,709 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.6% is well below the national average.
Housing in Meade County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $123,264 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $798. Homeownership rates are high at 72.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Meade County are primarily White (72.65%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Meade County, KS is a solidly middle-class area in Kansas. The 3 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.