Meads

City in Kentucky, United States

Overview

Meads, Kentucky is a dynamic mid-sized city blending small-town warmth with modern amenities. With a lively arts scene, welcoming neighborhoods, and riverfront charm, it has something for everyone whether you're seeking culture, relaxation, or adventure.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
Kentucky
Population
288,649
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
38.41°, -82.71°

Key Metrics

Safety Score · estimate
55
Female Safety
52
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
87
Monthly Cost · estimate
$2,425
Local Cost
$1,458
Local Income
$2,900
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
12.8°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
1.1°C
Record High
41.5°C
Record Low
-19.8°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1093 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HTS
Distance
14 km

Explore

Cost of Living
Prices & expenses
Weather & Climate
Temperature & conditions
Alternatives
Similar cities worldwide
Compare
Side-by-side comparison
Neighborhoods
Local areas & vibes
City Guide
Tips & insights

Data sources

Source-backed data

OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Record updated 2025-12-05.

Estimates and unverified origins

Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 64/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.