Meads

KY

Boyd County, Kentucky

Population 48K |Median income $61,118 |1 hospital

Population
47,911
Boyd County
Median Income
$61,118
-10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$130,700
-43% vs avg
Median Age
42.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
48K-3%
Median Income
$61,118+51%
Median Home Value
$130,700+35%
Poverty Rate
16.9%-15%
Unemployment
6.4%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$849/mo
Poverty Rate
16.9% +19% vs avg
Unemployment 6.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20%
Work From Home 5.9%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 92.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%
African American 2.3%
Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
KING'S DAUGHTERS' MEDICAL CENTER
ASHLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Meads Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Meads, KY? ▼
Meads, KY has a population of 47,911 people, located in Boyd County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Meads? ▼
The median household income in Meads, KY is $61,118 per year. The poverty rate is 16.9%.
What is the median home value in Meads? ▼
The median home value in Meads, KY is $130,700. Median rent is $849/month.
What are the top health concerns in Meads? ▼
The top health indicators in Meads include Short Sleep Duration (36.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Meads? ▼
Meads has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Meads? ▼
The median age in Meads, KY is 42.3 years. 20% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Meads, KY is located in Boyd County, Kentucky. With a population of 48K and a median household income of $61,118, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Meads area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Boyd County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.