Meade County's 2026 population is estimated at 30,994, reflecting a 0.9% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Meade County is the 34th largest county in Kentucky. The 2010 population was 28,701 and has grown 7.99% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 39.5 years
Female: 39.6 years
Male: 39.4 years
There are 23,551 adults, (4,708 of whom are seniors) in Meade County.
Female: 14,915 (49.5%)
Male: 15,243 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Meade County includes 88.9% White, 3.37% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,810 | 88.9% |
| Two or more races | 1,857 | 6.16% |
| Black or African American | 1,015 | 3.37% |
| Asian | 204 | 0.68% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 114 | 0.38% |
| Native American | 88 | 0.29% |
| Other race | 70 | 0.23% |
Meade County 's average per capita income is $50,302. Household income levels show a median of $74,355. The poverty rate stands at 12.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $103,936 | - |
| Families | $86,410 | $104,921 |
| Households | $74,355 | $93,797 |
| Non Families | $44,306 | $57,136 |
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