Meade County, KS
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Meade County Overview
4,019
TOTAL POPULATION
1,999
MALE POPULATION
2,020
FEMALE POPULATION
98.96
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$47,644
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,988
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$74,063
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
49.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
50.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,992
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,041
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Meade County Area Codes
Race in Meade County
The most populous races in Meade County are White / Caucasian (3,327 | 82.8%), Hispanic or Latino (882 | 22.0%), and Some other Race (374 | 9.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 32 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 37 | 0.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 882 | 22.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 14 | 0.4% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,327 | 82.8% |
| Two or more Races | 235 | 5.9% |
| Some other Race | 374 | 9.3% |
| Total | 4,019 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Meade County
The most populous ancestries reported in Meade County are German (1,447 | 36.0%), Mexican (838 | 20.8%), Irish (489 | 12.2%), English (402 | 10.0%), and American (105 | 2.6%), together accounting for 81.6% of all Meade County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 21 | 0.5% |
| American | 105 | 2.6% |
| Austrian | 2 | 0.1% |
| Cajun | 11 | 0.3% |
| Canadian | 49 | 1.2% |
| Cherokee | 16 | 0.4% |
| Cuban | 28 | 0.7% |
| Czech | 42 | 1.1% |
| Danish | 24 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 93 | 2.3% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.2% |
| English | 402 | 10.0% |
| European | 11 | 0.3% |
| French | 92 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 10 | 0.3% |
| German | 1,447 | 36.0% |
| German Russian | 4 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 489 | 12.2% |
| Italian | 47 | 1.2% |
| Korean | 32 | 0.8% |
| Mexican | 838 | 20.8% |
| Norwegian | 12 | 0.3% |
| Pennsylvania German | 35 | 0.9% |
| Polish | 33 | 0.8% |
| Russian | 91 | 2.3% |
| Scandinavian | 24 | 0.6% |
| Scotch-Irish | 33 | 0.8% |
| Scottish | 85 | 2.1% |
| Spaniard | 16 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 21 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 40 | 1.0% |
| Swiss | 13 | 0.3% |
| Ukrainian | 46 | 1.1% | View All 33 Rows |
Immigrants in Meade County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Meade County came from Central America (391 | 9.7%), Latin America (391 | 9.7%), Mexico (389 | 9.7%), Asia (32 | 0.8%), and Philippines (32 | 0.8%), together accounting for 30.7% of all Meade County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.3% |
| Asia | 32 | 0.8% |
| Cameroon | 10 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 391 | 9.7% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 391 | 9.7% |
| Mexico | 389 | 9.7% |
| Middle Africa | 10 | 0.3% |
| Philippines | 32 | 0.8% |
| South Eastern Asia | 32 | 0.8% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in Meade County
Sex and Age in Meade County
The most populous age groups in Meade County are 10 to 14 Years (186 | 9.3%) for men and Under 5 Years (176 | 8.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 117 (5.9%) | 176 (8.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 106 (5.3%) | 152 (7.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 186 (9.3%) | 137 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 167 (8.4%) | 131 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 127 (6.4%) | 139 (6.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 141 (7.0%) | 125 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 105 (5.2%) | 69 (3.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 124 (6.2%) | 159 (7.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 120 (6.0%) | 71 (3.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 93 (4.6%) | 157 (7.8%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 165 (8.3%) | 111 (5.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 133 (6.7%) | 136 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 114 (5.7%) | 106 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 161 (8.1%) | 133 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 38 (1.9%) | 73 (3.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 41 (2.1%) | 16 (0.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 30 (1.5%) | 67 (3.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 31 (1.5%) | 62 (3.1%) |
| Total | 1,999 (100.0%) | 2,020 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Meade County
Median Family Size in Meade County
The median family size in Meade County is 3.12 persons per family, with married-couple families (790 | 76.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (62 | 6.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.08 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 790 (76.8%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 62 (6.0%) | 2.08 |
| Single Female/Mother | 176 (17.1%) | 2.90 |
| Total Families | 1,028 (100.0%) | 3.12 |
Median Household Size in Meade County
The median household size in Meade County is 2.45 persons per household, with married-couple households (790 | 49.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (574 | 35.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.09 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 790 (49.3%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 62 (3.9%) | 2.55 |
| Single Female/Mother | 176 (11.0%) | 3.22 |
| Non-family | 574 (35.8%) | 1.09 |
| Total Households | 1,602 (100.0%) | 2.45 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Meade County
Out of a total of 1,602 households in Meade County, 1,028 (64.2%) are family households, while 574 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 444, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 498.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 498 (31.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 444 (27.7%) | 76 (4.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 183 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 252 (15.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 83 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 43 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 23 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,028 (64.2%) | 574 (35.8%) |
Female Fertility in Meade County
Fertility by Age in Meade County
Average fertility rate in Meade County is 136.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 279.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 93 (79.5%) | 279.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (20.5%) | 61.0 |
| Total | 117 (100.0%) | 136.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Meade County
51.3% of women with births (117) in Meade County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 36 (38.7%) | 57 (61.3%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 60 (51.3%) | 57 (48.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Meade County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 24 (20.5%) | 112.0 |
| High School Diploma | 57 (48.7%) | 303.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 17 (14.5%) | 62.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (16.2%) | 156.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 117 (100.0%) | 136.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Meade County
48.7% of women with births in Meade County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 91.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 5 (8.8%) | 52 (91.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (70.6%) | 5 (29.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 60 (51.3%) | 57 (48.7%) |
Income in Meade County
Income Overview in Meade County
Per Capita Income in Meade County is $47,644, while median incomes of families and households are $88,988 and $74,063 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,019 | $47,644 |
| Median Family Income | 1,028 | $88,988 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,028 | $108,664 |
| Median Household Income | 1,602 | $74,063 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,602 | $118,809 |
| Income Deficit | 1,028 | $13,992 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,019 | 49.53% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,019 | 50.47¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,019 | 0.52 |
Earnings by Sex in Meade County
Average Earnings in Meade County are $43,063, $58,030 for men and $29,286 for women, a difference of 49.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,250 (54.6%) | $58,030 |
| Female | 1,038 (45.4%) | $29,286 |
| Total | 2,288 (100.0%) | $43,063 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Meade County
The most common earnings brackets in Meade County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (228 | 18.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (229 | 22.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 21 (1.7%) | 229 (22.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 63 (5.0%) | 31 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 5 (0.4%) | 31 (3.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 15 (1.2%) | 34 (3.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 23 (1.8%) | 35 (3.4%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 4 (0.3%) | 27 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 10 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 18 (1.4%) | 11 (1.1%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (5.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 17 (1.4%) | 21 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 38 (3.0%) | 59 (5.7%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 79 (6.3%) | 36 (3.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 135 (10.8%) | 95 (9.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 44 (3.5%) | 41 (4.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 58 (4.6%) | 49 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 48 (3.8%) | 82 (7.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 166 (13.3%) | 66 (6.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 104 (8.3%) | 47 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 228 (18.2%) | 81 (7.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 174 (13.9%) | 10 (1.0%) |
| Total | 1,250 (100.0%) | 1,038 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Meade County
Average earnings in Meade County are $59,938 for men and $37,188 for women, a difference of 38.0%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,353, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $47,344. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,688, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,553.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $47,344 | $37,171 |
| High School Diploma | $62,440 | $33,553 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $56,125 | $36,136 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $68,359 | $38,750 |
| Graduate Degree | $82,353 | $64,688 |
| Total | $59,938 | $37,188 |
Family Income in Meade County
Family Income Brackets in Meade County
According to the Meade County family income data, there are 232 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (0.1%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 57 | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1 | 0.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 35 | 3.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 60 | 5.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 64 | 6.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 185 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 205 | 19.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 232 | 22.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 121 | 11.8% |
| $200,000+ | 68 | 6.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Meade County
6-person families (36 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Meade County with $110,000 per family, while 2-person families (466 | 45.3%) have the highest median income of $47,625 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 466 (45.3%) | $95,250 |
| 3-Person Families | 234 (22.8%) | $70,769 |
| 4-Person Families | 192 (18.7%) | $88,235 |
| 5-Person Families | 77 (7.5%) | $89,792 |
| 6-Person Families | 36 (3.5%) | $110,000 |
| 7+ Person Families | 23 (2.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,028 (100.0%) | $88,988 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Meade County
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 49 (4.8%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 350 (34.1%) | $57,857 |
| 2 Earners | 521 (50.7%) | $104,125 |
| 3+ Earners | 108 (10.5%) | $145,500 |
| Total | 1,028 (100.0%) | $88,988 |
Household Income in Meade County
Household Income Brackets in Meade County
With 316 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Meade County, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 35 households (2.2%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 35 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 35 | 2.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 114 | 7.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 127 | 7.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 178 | 11.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 316 | 19.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 269 | 16.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 268 | 16.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 143 | 8.9% |
| $200,000+ | 120 | 7.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Meade County
The median household income in Meade County is $74,063, with the highest median household income of $85,375 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 580 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $65,865, with 92 households (5.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 92 (5.7%) | $65,865 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 483 (30.1%) | $75,547 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 580 (36.2%) | $85,375 |
| 65+ Years | 447 (27.9%) | $73,958 |
| Total | 1,602 (100.0%) | $74,063 |
Poverty in Meade County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Meade County
With 4.8% poverty level for males and 9.3% for females among the residents of Meade County, 6 to 11 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 21 males (15.9%) and 71 females (40.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 17 (14.5%) | 19 (10.8%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (10.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 21 (15.9%) | 4 (3.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 4 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 71 (40.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 9 (4.0%) | 23 (11.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4 (1.8%) | 24 (10.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 7 (2.8%) | 21 (7.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 23 (9.3%) | 1 (0.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (3.0%) | 15 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 92 (4.8%) | 184 (9.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Meade County
According to the poverty statistics in Meade County, males aged 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 100 (85.5%) | 157 (89.2%) |
| 5 Years | 13 (100.0%) | 52 (89.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 111 (84.1%) | 118 (96.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 140 (97.2%) | 106 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 22 (95.7%) | 25 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 64 (100.0%) | 70 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 207 (100.0%) | 104 (59.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 215 (96.0%) | 171 (88.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 225 (98.3%) | 206 (89.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 246 (97.2%) | 247 (92.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 224 (90.7%) | 241 (99.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 193 (97.0%) | 187 (92.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 82 (100.0%) | 111 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,842 (95.2%) | 1,795 (90.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Meade County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Meade County show that 2.5% or 20 of the total 790 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 8.5%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 450 (96.8%) | 15 (3.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 249 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 54 (91.5%) | 5 (8.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 770 (97.5%) | 20 (2.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Meade County
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (50.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (15.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (36.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Meade County
The poverty data for Meade County shows that 20 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 64 of the single-parent households (26.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (8.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 57 household (35.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 15 (3.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (35.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (8.5%) | 7 (12.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20 (2.5%) | 64 (26.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Meade County
Employment by Class of Employer in Meade County
Among the 2,000 employed individuals in Meade County, private company employees (1,143 | 57.2%), local government employees (253 | 12.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (246 | 12.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,143 | 57.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 87 | 4.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 246 | 12.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 120 | 6.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 253 | 12.7% |
| State Government Employees | 111 | 5.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 36 | 1.8% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 4 | 0.2% |
| Total | 2,000 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Meade County
According to the labor force statistics for Meade County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,097), 65.9% or 2,041 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.2% or 24 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 87.5% or 460 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 3.6% or 14 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 71 (28.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 227 (85.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 200 (75.2%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 146 (83.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 386 (81.4%) | 14 (3.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 460 (87.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 230 (85.5%) | 4 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 156 (70.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 159 (39.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,041 (65.9%) | 24 (1.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Meade County
According to labor force statistics for Meade County, 81.8% of individuals (1,578) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,929) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 25 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.1% or 421 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.3% or 18 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 218 (78.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 367 (74.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 572 (81.8%) | 8 (1.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 421 (92.1%) | 20 (4.3%) |
| Total | 1,578 (81.8%) | 31 (1.6%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Meade County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meade County are Management (462 | 22.9%), Community & Social Service (213 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (170 | 8.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (127 | 6.3%), and Health Technologists (89 | 4.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meade County, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (81.2%), and Health Technologists (76.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 354 (76.6%) | 108 (23.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 14 (31.1%) | 31 (68.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 63 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 63 (29.6%) | 150 (70.4%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 32 (18.8%) | 138 (81.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (81.6%) | 7 (18.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 37 (29.1%) | 90 (70.9%) |
| Health Technologists | 21 (23.6%) | 68 (76.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 531 (58.4%) | 379 (41.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Meade County are Food Preparation & Serving (97 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (69 | 3.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (66 | 3.3%), Personal Care & Service (60 | 3.0%), and Security & Protection (18 | 0.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Meade County, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (61.1%), Law Enforcement (61.1%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (37.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (75.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 11 (61.1%) | 7 (38.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 11 (61.1%) | 7 (38.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 24 (24.7%) | 73 (75.3%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 25 (37.9%) | 41 (62.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 60 (19.4%) | 250 (80.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Meade County are Office & Administration (207 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (95 | 4.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 67 (70.5%) | 28 (29.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 33 (15.9%) | 174 (84.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 100 (33.1%) | 202 (66.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Meade County are Farming, Fishing & Forestry (114 | 5.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (91 | 4.5%), and Construction & Extraction (85 | 4.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 113 (99.1%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 85 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 91 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 289 (99.7%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Meade County are Production (96 | 4.8%), Transportation (74 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (33 | 1.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 80 (83.3%) | 16 (16.7%) |
| Transportation | 63 (85.1%) | 11 (14.9%) |
| Material Moving | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 176 (86.7%) | 27 (13.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Meade County
Employment Industries in Meade County
The major employment industries in Meade County include Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (379 | 18.8%), Educational Services (275 | 13.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (242 | 12.0%), Construction (235 | 11.7%), and Manufacturing (129 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Meade County
The Meade County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (96.2%), and Construction (95.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (80.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (76.4%), and Professional & Scientific (72.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 320 (84.4%) | 59 (15.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 225 (95.7%) | 10 (4.3%) |
| Manufacturing | 90 (69.8%) | 39 (30.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 25 (96.2%) | 1 (3.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 72 (63.2%) | 42 (36.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 72 (67.9%) | 34 (32.1%) |
| Utilities | 28 (84.9%) | 5 (15.1%) |
| Information | 43 (93.5%) | 3 (6.5%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 16 (29.6%) | 38 (70.4%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 7 (28.0%) | 18 (72.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 8 (32.0%) | 17 (68.0%) |
| Educational Services | 54 (19.6%) | 221 (80.4%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 57 (23.5%) | 185 (76.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 6 (37.5%) | 10 (62.5%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 31 (29.2%) | 75 (70.8%) |
| Public Administration | 41 (48.8%) | 43 (51.2%) |
| Total | 1,156 (57.4%) | 859 (42.6%) |
Education in Meade County
School Enrollment in Meade County
The most common levels of schooling among the 968 students in Meade County are high school (271 | 28.0%), middle school (253 | 26.1%), and elementary school (159 | 16.4%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 97 | 10.0% |
| Kindergarten | 46 | 4.8% |
| Elementary School | 159 | 16.4% |
| Middle School | 253 | 26.1% |
| High School | 271 | 28.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 98 | 10.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 44 | 4.5% |
| Total | 968 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Meade County
Out of a total of 968 students who are enrolled in schools in Meade County, 86 (8.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 882 (91.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 43 (14.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 44 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 220 (89.4%) | 26 (10.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 252 (85.4%) | 43 (14.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 159 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 71 (86.6%) | 11 (13.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 46 (88.5%) | 6 (11.5%) |
| Total | 882 (91.1%) | 86 (8.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Meade County
Education (202 | 30.5%), science & technology (121 | 18.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (118 | 17.8%), business (85 | 12.8%), and arts & humanities (29 | 4.4%) are the most common fields of study among 662 individuals in Meade County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 5 | 0.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 118 | 17.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 20 | 3.0% |
| Social Sciences | 21 | 3.2% |
| Engineering | 1 | 0.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 121 | 18.3% |
| Business | 85 | 12.8% |
| Education | 202 | 30.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 12 | 1.8% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 26 | 3.9% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 7 | 1.1% |
| Communications | 15 | 2.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 29 | 4.4% |
| Total | 662 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Meade County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Meade County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Meade County are males with 2 vehicles (468, accounting for 40.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (316, making up 54.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 24 (2.1%) | 18 (2.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 137 (12.0%) | 157 (18.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 468 (40.9%) | 316 (37.0%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 268 (23.4%) | 197 (23.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 152 (13.3%) | 91 (10.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 96 (8.4%) | 76 (8.9%) |
| Total | 1,145 (100.0%) | 855 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Meade County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Meade County are less than 5 minutes (523 commuters, 27.9%), 5 to 9 minutes (369 commuters, 19.7%), and 20 to 24 minutes (237 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 523 | 27.9% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 369 | 19.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 84 | 4.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 220 | 11.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 237 | 12.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 61 | 3.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 136 | 7.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 58 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 32 | 1.7% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 94 | 5.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 19 | 1.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 39 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Meade County
The most common commute times in Meade County are less than 5 minutes (279 commuters, 25.9%) for males and less than 5 minutes (244 commuters, 30.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 279 (25.9%) | 244 (30.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 169 (15.7%) | 200 (25.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 72 (6.7%) | 12 (1.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 136 (12.6%) | 84 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 170 (15.8%) | 67 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 40 (3.7%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 68 (6.3%) | 68 (8.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 16 (1.5%) | 42 (5.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 12 (1.1%) | 20 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 73 (6.8%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 14 (1.3%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 30 (2.8%) | 9 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Meade County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Meade County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (272, 25.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (180, 22.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 35 (3.2%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 58 (5.4%) | 44 (5.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 37 (3.4%) | 28 (3.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 88 (8.2%) | 58 (7.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 187 (17.3%) | 68 (8.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 272 (25.2%) | 128 (16.1%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 247 (22.9%) | 180 (22.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 55 (5.1%) | 100 (12.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 11 (1.0%) | 59 (7.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 30 (2.8%) | 20 (2.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 8 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 26 (2.4%) | 15 (1.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 18 (1.7%) | 92 (11.6%) |
| Total | 1,079 (100.0%) | 793 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Meade County
Occupancy by Ownership in Meade County
Of the total 1,602 dwellings in Meade County, owner-occupied units account for 1,129 (70.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 473 (29.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,129 | 70.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 473 | 29.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Meade County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 498 | 31.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 520 | 32.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 183 | 11.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 401 | 25.0% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Meade County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 314 (63.0%) | 184 (36.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 391 (75.2%) | 129 (24.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 127 (69.4%) | 56 (30.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 297 (74.1%) | 104 (25.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,129 (70.5%) | 473 (29.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Meade County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 130 (73.9%) | 46 (26.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 256 (67.2%) | 125 (32.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 468 (70.1%) | 200 (29.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 275 (72.9%) | 102 (27.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Meade County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 313 | 19.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 262 | 16.4% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 312 | 19.5% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 268 | 16.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 284 | 17.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 110 | 6.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 53 | 3.3% |
| Total | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Meade County
Median Income by Occupancy in Meade County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,129 (70.5%) | $89,574 |
| Renter-Occupied | 473 (29.5%) | $50,982 |
| Average | 1,602 (100.0%) | $74,063 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Meade County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 17 (1.5%) | 14 (3.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 4 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 15 (1.3%) | 21 (4.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 33 (2.9%) | 12 (2.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 50 (4.4%) | 19 (4.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 74 (6.6%) | 52 (11.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 65 (5.8%) | 113 (23.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 169 (15.0%) | 146 (30.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 209 (18.5%) | 60 (12.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 240 (21.3%) | 27 (5.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 253 (22.4%) | 9 (1.9%) |
| Total | 1,129 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Meade County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 43 (3.8%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 218 (19.3%) | 29 (6.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 304 (26.9%) | 232 (49.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 69 (6.1%) | 118 (24.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 272 (24.1%) | 35 (7.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 167 (14.8%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 49 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 7 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,129 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Meade County
Housing Structures in Meade County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,401 | 87.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2 | 0.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 41 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3 | 0.2% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 155 | 9.7% |
| Total | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Meade County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,051 (75.0%) | 350 (25.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 78 (50.3%) | 77 (49.7%) |
| Total | 1,129 (70.5%) | 473 (29.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Meade County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 6 (0.5%) | 47 (9.9%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 254 (22.5%) | 276 (58.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 422 (37.4%) | 84 (17.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 447 (39.6%) | 66 (14.0%) |
| Total | 1,129 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Meade County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 783 (69.4%) | 361 (76.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 173 (15.3%) | 73 (15.4%) |
| Electricity | 152 (13.5%) | 33 (7.0%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 18 (1.6%) | 6 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 3 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,129 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Meade County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 9 (0.8%) | 38 (8.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 174 (15.4%) | 215 (45.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 469 (41.5%) | 142 (30.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 477 (42.2%) | 78 (16.5%) |
| Total | 1,129 (100.0%) | 473 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Meade County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Meade County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 651 | 478 |
| Median Property Value | $115,200 | $154,900 |
| Median Household Income | $101,250 | $78 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $560 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,696 | $46 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Meade County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 94 (14.4%) | 33 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 203 (31.2%) | 69 (14.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 267 (41.0%) | 358 (74.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 26 (4.0%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 18 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 41 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 2 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 651 (100.0%) | 478 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Meade County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 19 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 81 (12.4%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 55 (8.5%) | 17 (3.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 28 (4.3%) | 19 (4.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 85 (13.1%) | 37 (7.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 53 (8.1%) | 84 (17.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 155 (23.8%) | 156 (32.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 175 (26.9%) | 85 (17.8%) |
| Total | 651 (100.0%) | 478 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Meade County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 418 (64.2%) | 87,821 (18,372.6%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 79 (12.1%) | 291 (60.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 44 (6.8%) | 106 (22.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 110 (16.9%) | 18 (3.8%) |
| Total | 651 (100.0%) | 478 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Meade County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 108 (16.6%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 163 (25.0%) | 14 (2.9%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 370 (56.8%) | 140 (29.3%) |
| Total | 651 (100.0%) | 478 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Meade County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meade County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 321 (88.2%) | 43 (11.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 724 (92.7%) | 57 (7.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 254 (74.9%) | 85 (25.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 291 (78.2%) | 81 (21.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 399 (86.9%) | 60 (13.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 495 (95.0%) | 26 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 469 (95.9%) | 20 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 401 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 193 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,547 (90.5%) | 372 (9.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Meade County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 321 (88.2%) | 43 (11.8%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 724 (92.7%) | 57 (7.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 254 (74.9%) | 85 (25.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Meade County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 182 (85.5%) | 31 (14.5%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 561 (81.8%) | 125 (18.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 624 (77.2%) | 184 (22.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 741 (96.4%) | 28 (3.6%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,439 (99.7%) | 4 (0.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meade County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 134 (36.8%) | 217 (59.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 251 (32.1%) | 519 (66.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 9 (2.6%) | 245 (72.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 29 (7.8%) | 270 (72.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 66 (14.4%) | 352 (76.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 32 (6.1%) | 466 (89.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 65 (13.3%) | 447 (91.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 371 (92.5%) | 296 (73.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 193 (100.0%) | 89 (46.1%) |
| Total | 1,150 (29.3%) | 2,901 (74.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Meade County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (7.9%) | 12 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 34 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 64 (8.8%) | 65 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (27.1%) | 39 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (48.8%) | 35 (31.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Meade County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 24 (3.3%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (12.6%) | 13 (6.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 30 (36.6%) | 4 (3.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 20 (2.7%) | 15 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 25 (12.6%) | 5 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (6.1%) | 5 (4.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (7.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 9 (1.2%) | 39 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4 (2.0%) | 4 (2.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (1.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 15 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 27 (3.7%) | 29 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 5 (2.5%) | 21 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 15 (18.3%) | 26 (23.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (1.1%) | 10 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (2.7%) |
Technology Access in Meade County
Computing Device Access in Meade County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,232 | 76.9% |
| Smartphone | 1,439 | 89.8% |
| Tablet | 896 | 55.9% |
| No Computing Device | 74 | 4.6% |
| Total | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Meade County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 848 | 52.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 353 | 22.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 301 | 18.8% |
| No Internet | 191 | 11.9% |
| Total | 1,602 | 100.0% |
Meade County Summary
Meade County, Kansas is located in the southwestern corner of the state and is bordered by Clark County to the north, Seward County to the east, and Gray County to the south. The county seat is Meade, and the largest city is Plains. Meade County was established in 1885 and named after General George Meade, a Union Army general during the Civil War.
Geography
Meade County is located in the High Plains region of the Great Plains. The county has an area of 1,092 square miles, of which 1,087 square miles is land and 5 square miles is water. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the eastern part. The Arkansas River flows through the county, and there are several small lakes and reservoirs. The county is mostly covered in grassland, with some areas of cropland and woodlands.
Climate
Meade County has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 54°F, and the average annual precipitation is 20 inches. The county is prone to severe weather, including tornadoes, hail, and thunderstorms.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 4,475 people, 1,717 households, and 1,213 families living in Meade County. The population density was 4.1 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.3% of the population.
Economy
Meade County’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The county is home to several large farms, and the main crops grown are wheat, corn, sorghum, and hay. Cattle and sheep are also raised in the county. The county also has some oil and gas production, and there are several small businesses in the county.
History
Meade County was established in 1885 and named after General George Meade, a Union Army general during the Civil War. The county was originally populated by Native Americans, and the first white settlers arrived in the late 1800s. The county was largely agricultural, and the population grew slowly until the 1950s, when oil and gas production began in the area. The county’s population has remained relatively stable since then.
Meade County is home to several historical sites, including the Meade County Courthouse, which was built in 1887, and the Meade County Museum, which houses artifacts from the county’s history. The county is also home to several parks and recreational areas, including Lake Scott State Park and the Meade County State Fishing Lake.
Meade County is a rural county with a rich history and a strong agricultural economy. The county is home to several historical sites, parks, and recreational areas, and it is a great place to live and work.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Meade County?
Total Population of Meade County is 4,019.
What is the Total Male Population of Meade County?
Total Male Population of Meade County is 1,999.
What is the Total Female Population of Meade County?
Total Female Population of Meade County is 2,020.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Meade County?
There are 98.96 Males per 100 Females in Meade County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Meade County?
There are 101.05 Females per 100 Males in Meade County.
What is the Median Population Age in Meade County?
Median Population Age in Meade County is 37.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Meade County
Average Family Size in Meade County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Meade County
Average Household Size in Meade County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Meade County?
Per Capita income in Meade County is $47,644.
What is the Median Family Income in Meade County?
Median Family Income in Meade County is $88,988.
What is the Median Household income in Meade County?
Median Household Income in Meade County is $74,063.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Meade County?
Income or Wage Gap in Meade County is 49.5%.
Women in Meade County earn 50.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Meade County?
Family Income Deficit in Meade County is $13,992.
Families that are below poverty line in Meade County earn $13,992 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Meade County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Meade County is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Meade County?
There are 2,041 People in the Labor Forcein in Meade County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Meade County?
65.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Meade County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Meade County?
Unemployment Rate in Meade County is 1.2%.