County profile · Kentucky
Meade County, KY market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Meade County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 30,699
- +2.2% since 2020
- Households
- 11,007
- Median household income
- $74,355
- +31.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $207,900
- Jobs located here
- 5,894
- Highest market score
- 84
- Grocery and convenience stores, #106 of 2,402 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 30,699 people live in Meade County, in 11,007 households. Population estimates put the population change in Meade County from 2020 to 2025 at +2.2%, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Meade County is $74,355 a year, 8% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 31.4% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Meade County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 142, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (72).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Meade County are for grocery and convenience stores (84), insurance agencies (81) and restaurants and cafes (78). Meade County ranks #106 of 2,402 scored counties for grocery and convenience stores.
Meade County is part of the Louisville/Jefferson County metro area. For its number of households, Meade County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for pet businesses (66% above the U.S. rate) and the fewest for real estate businesses (60% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Meade County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Meade County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grocery and convenience stores | 84 | #106 of 2,402 | 10 | 9.1 | $6.7M | 196 | 3 |
| Insurance agencies | 81 | #206 of 2,272 | 12 | 10.9 | $2.6M | 203 | 7 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 78 | #169 of 2,405 | 65 | 59.1 | $637K | 172 | 32 |
| Convenience stores | 78 | #213 of 2,261 | 5 | 4.5 | $13.3M | 169 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 77 | #187 of 2,405 | 37 | 33.6 | $1.1M | 169 | 13 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 76 | #206 of 2,222 | 9 | 8.2 | $4.6M | 151 | 15 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 75 | #139 of 1,771 | 9 | 8.2 | $1.8M | 107 | 4 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 75 | #228 of 2,087 | 6 | 5.5 | $3.4M | 269 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 74 | #256 of 2,210 | 9 | 8.2 | $2.3M | 259 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 72 | #152 of 2,057 | 7 | 6.4 | $4.5M | 184 | 17 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 71 | #243 of 1,889 | 7 | 6.4 | $5.9M | 143 | 4 |
| Auto repair shops | 71 | #312 of 2,378 | 19 | 17.3 | $589K | 132 | 8 |
| Spas and skin care | 68 | #258 of 1,769 | 5 | 4.5 | $2M | 225 | Under 3 |
| Real estate | 68 | #273 of 2,229 | 17 | 15.4 | Index only | 225 | 9 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 68 | #413 of 2,394 | 43 | 39.1 | $283K | 185 | 9 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 67 | #341 of 2,088 | 9 | 8.2 | $863K | 130 | 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 67 | #375 of 2,385 | 27 | 24.5 | $365K | 171 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 66 | #370 of 1,886 | 6 | 5.5 | $2M | 206 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 66 | #513 of 2,401 | 39 | 35.4 | $287K | 107 | 10 |
| Hair salons | 65 | #446 of 2,339 | 17 | 15.4 | $579K | 135 | Under 3 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 63 | #388 of 1,707 | 5 | 4.5 | $6.3M | 132 | 11 |
| Gyms | 60 | #514 of 1,792 | 5 | 4.5 | $1.6M | 119 | 3 |
| Gas stations | 60 | #763 of 2,358 | 17 | 15.4 | $2.1M | 89 | 14 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 59 | #594 of 2,176 | 16 | 14.5 | Index only | 190 | 9 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | 58 | #515 of 1,493 | 9 | 8.2 | $1.8M | 61 | 4 |
| Pizza | 58 | #735 of 2,090 | 11 | 10.0 | $3.8M | 74 | 15 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | 55 | #696 of 1,656 | 8 | 7.3 | $1.5M | 85 | 5 |
| Veterinarians | 41 | #966 of 1,485 | 6 | 5.5 | $1.6M | 60 | 4 |
| Pet businesses | 41 | #1,492 of 2,200 | 19 | 17.3 | $519K | 59 | 7 |
| Child care and preschools | 40 | #1,114 of 1,611 | 8 | 7.3 | $609K | 61 | 7 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 39 | #1,000 of 1,461 | 7 | 6.4 | $1.4M | 55 | 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.6 | $2.8M | 111 | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.6 | $10.4M | 280 | 4 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.6 | $2.8M | 91 | 3 |
| Physical therapy | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 3.6 | $3M | 126 | 4 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.7 | $3.3M | 174 | Under 3 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.7 | $460K | 68 | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.7 | $4.1M | 129 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.7 | $3.7M | 149 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $6.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $33.3M | Too few | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $10.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $3.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $4.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.8 | $3.9M | Too few | 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $31.3M | Too few | 6 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $11.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $9.9M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.9 | $31.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Meade County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $11.2M | $1,016 | 106 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $35.9M | $3,263 | 126 |
| Food away from home | $41.4M | $3,762 | 92 |
| Groceries | $66.6M | $6,048 | 96 |
| Personal care products and services | $9.8M | $895 | 89 |
| Child care and other personal services | $4.9M | $442 | 76 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $7.8M | $705 | 72 |
| Medical and dental services | $12.2M | $1,105 | 86 |
| Pets | $9.9M | $896 | 99 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $20.5M | $1,866 | 91 |
| Vehicle insurance | $30.6M | $2,783 | 142 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $31.3M | $2,845 | 94 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $16.2M | $1,468 | 104 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $165.6M | $15,044 | 90 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Meade County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 30,699+2.2% since 2020
- Households
- 11,007
- Median age
- 40.5
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 74%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.1
- Land area
- 306 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 99
- Median household income
- $74,355+31.4% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $93,803
- Median home value
- $207,900
- Jobs located here
- 5,894
- Daytime population
- 23,204Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Meade County, KY growing?
Population estimates put Meade County at 30,699 people in 2025, up 2.2% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 11,007 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 31.4%, before inflation.
How much do households in Meade County, KY spend?
Households in Meade County spend about $165.6M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $66.6M on groceries and $41.4M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Meade County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 142, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (72).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Meade County, KY?
Of the business types scored in Meade County, grocery and convenience stores (84), insurance agencies (81) and restaurants and cafes (78) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For grocery and convenience stores, that ranks #106 of 2,402 scored counties.
How does Meade County, KY compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Meade County is $74,355, 8% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 2.2% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $207,900, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for pet businesses (66% above the U.S. rate) and lowest for real estate businesses (60% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 31 of the 56 business types have a score in Meade County, each ranked against other counties.
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