What are the schools like in Meade, KS?

Meade is served primarily by Meade. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.0:1.

What is the median household income in Meade?

The median household income in Meade, KS is $71,827 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Meade, KS?

Meade has an average high temperature of 46.0°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.9 inches.

Meade, KS Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Meade, KS affordable or expensive?

Meade's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Meade is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $112,900 and the median rent is $711 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Meade, KS?

Crime rate data for Meade is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Meade, KS a Good Place to Live?

Meade is a small town of 1,348 in Kansas, with a median household income of $71,827 . Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Meade stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Meade is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Meade city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.2

Meade's overall cost of living index is 87.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Meade costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Meade, KS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$112,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$711	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,827	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Meade is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Meade is served primarily by Meade. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Meade, KS	National Avg
School District	Meade	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Meade sees average highs of 46.0°F in January and 94.4°F in July, with 23.0 inches of annual precipitation and 16.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Meade, KS
Average High — January	46.0°F
Average High — July	94.4°F
Annual Precipitation	23.0"
Annual Snowfall	16.9"

Demographics

Metric	Meade, KS	National Avg
Population	1,348	—
Median Age	36.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	14.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Fowler, KS 11 mi Plains, KS 14 mi Kismet, KS 20 mi Minneola, KS 21 mi Montezuma, KS 22 mi

ZIP Codes in Meade

Meade, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

67864

Meade vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meade, KS affordable or expensive?

Meade's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Meade roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $112,900 and median rent is $711/month.

What is the crime rate in Meade, KS?

Crime data for Meade is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Meade?

Public schools in Meade are operated by Meade. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1. 23.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Meade, KS a good place to live?

Meade, KS has a population of 1,348, a median household income of $71,827, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Meade?

Meade averages 46.0°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 23.0 inches with about 16.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Meade?

Meade, KS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 67864.

What is the population of Meade?

The population of Meade, Kansas is 1,348 with a median age of 36.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Meade?

Key numbers for living in Meade: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $112,900, median household income $71,827, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Meade side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.