Meade, Kansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Meade, Kansas had a total population of 1,341, the 163rd largest city in Kansas, with a median household income of $75,321, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Meade Quick Facts
How Meade Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,274 | 1,341 | +5.3% |
| Median household income | $73,990 | $75,321 | +1.8% |
| Median home value | $97,100 | $121,700 | +25.3% |
How Meade Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Meade Rankings in Kansas
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Other Cities in Meade County
Cities Similar to Meade
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | 1,341 | $75,750 | $119,400 | 21.1% | 15.2% |
| Leoti | 1,360 | $73,594 | $84,800 | 21.1% | 18.3% |
| Atwood | 1,320 | $72,188 | $119,800 | 21.1% | 6.9% |
| Chapman | 1,454 | $72,344 | $195,600 | 28.9% | 11.2% |
| Inman | 1,325 | $59,250 | $149,000 | 18.5% | 4.2% |
Population Overview
Meade is a small community located in Kansas, within Meade County. The total population is 1,341. It ranks as the 163rd most populous out of 721 Census-designated places in Kansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Meade is 46.7 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 37.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Meade is $75,321. This is 1% higher than the state median of $74,275. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Meade, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $121,700. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $217,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Meade is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Meade is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.1%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
28.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 35.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Meade, Kansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 721 Census-designated places in Kansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Meade, Kansas?
Meade, Kansas has a population of 1,341 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Meade, KS?
The median household income in Meade is $75,321, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Meade, KS?
The poverty rate in Meade is 6.6%. This means approximately 82 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Meade, Kansas?
Meade's population is 72.0% White, 0.4% Black, 16.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Meade, KS?
The median home value in Meade is $121,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Meade, Kansas?
28.9% of adults (25+) in Meade hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.