Meade County, Kansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Meade County is located in Kansas with a total population of 3,949. It is the 73rd most populous county out of 105 in Kansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Meade County is 37.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 37.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Meade County is $74,868. This is 3% higher than the state median of $72,639. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $122,000. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $203,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Meade County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Meade County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 23.2%. The Black or African American population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 5.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (23.2% vs 13.3%).

Education

22.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.6%.