Mead, CO

Colorado · Weld County · Greeley Metro

Mead is a small city in Colorado with a population of 5,503. Residents earn $116,074 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

5,503 Population 356/sq mi density

$116,074 Median Income $48,451 per capita

$552,100 Home Value $554,545 Zillow

$1,583 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent

52°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr

81 Violent Crime/100K 1,117 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$116,074 median income, 1.9% unemployment

B+

Affordability

4.0 / 5.0

$552,100 home value, $1,583/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

81 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

A+

Education

4.9 / 5.0

48.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $116,074

54% higher than US avg

Home Value $552,100

96% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 81/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 48.8%

45% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,583

36% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.0%

7% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.6%

95% lower than US avg

How Mead Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,503

Median Age38.1 yrs

Density356/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$116,074

Per Capita$48,451

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty0.6%

County GDP$29,473M

Commute27 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$552,100

Rent$1,583

Ownership93.5%

Zillow$554,545

Housing Units1,677

Rent Burden23.5%

Crime

Violent81/100K

Property1,117/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary122/100K

Health

Obesity30.0%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking10.5%

Depression22.6%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain14.7 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation5,008 ft (1,526 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+48.8%

High School+92.0%

Graduate+18.3%

School Score5.57

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%

Commute27 min

Broadband93.8%

EV Stations2

Libraries19

Is Mead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mead receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mead offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mead is $116,074, which is significantly higher than the national average / 54% above $75,149. This places Mead among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mead is $552,100, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Mead is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,117 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mead experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mead has a population of 5,503 with a density of 356 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.4% female and 52.6% male. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 7.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.3% of residents, while 12.7% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 7.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,503

Total Population

356

People / sq mi

38.1yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

9.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%

Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.3%

11% above US avg

Spanish 12.7%

5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mead is $116,074, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,451 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,277, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,567 business establishments, including 544 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 17.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Mead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$116,074
	54% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$48,451
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,277
IRS Avg AGI	$83,945
Gini Index	0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.6%
	95% below US avg
Establishments (County)	9,567
County GDP	$29,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants	544
Healthcare	646
Retail	698
Manufacturing	350

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,919
	12% above US avg
Cost of Living	103.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.0 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mead is $552,100, 96% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $554,545. Homes sell for 99% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,583 (36% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,161 for a one-bedroom to $1,429 for a two-bedroom apartment. 93.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,677 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. The average annual property tax is $3,919. 23.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$552,100
	96% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$554,545
Median List Price	$594,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$594,995
$/Sq Ft	$258
Homes Sold	19
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.0%
Price Drops	24.2%
Inventory	33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,583
	36% above US avg
Rent Burden	23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,083
1 Bedroom	$1,161
2 Bedrooms	$1,429
3 Bedrooms	$1,861
4 Bedrooms	$2,178

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	93.5%
Owner-Occupied	93.5%
Renter-Occupied	6.5%
Housing Units	1,677
Median Year Built	2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,919
	12% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.71%

In Mead, 30.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 24.9% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 21.0% report binge drinking. 15.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.6% report depression. 16.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,735. The dentist ratio is 1:2,060. 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mead vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.0%
	7% below US avg
Diabetes	7.3%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	24.9%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.5%
	25% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.0%
Physical Inactivity	15.6%
Depression	22.6%
Mental Distress	16.4%
Physical Distress	10.7%
Short Sleep	32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.5%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,735
Dentists	1:2,060
Mental Health	1:340
Checkup Rate	67.7%
Dental Visits	68.8%
Premature Death	6,882/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	78.4%
Healthcare Facilities	646

Mead has a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 81.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,117 per 100,000, 43% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 772, burglary at 122, vehicle theft at 223 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 44 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mead receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mead vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	81.2/100K
	79% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	81.2/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,117.0/100K
	43% below US avg
Burglary	121.9/100K
Theft	771.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	223.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	44
Traffic Accidents	43
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mead experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 316 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 34.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 5,008 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.1°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	5,008 ft (1,526 m)
Area	9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density	356/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2270°N, 104.9883°W
Timezone	America/Denver
County	Weld County County
Nearest Airport	Northern Colorado Regional (FNL) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.7"

61% below US avg

Snowfall 34.9"

Wettest Month (May) 2.60"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0491 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	11.5 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.20 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	89.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	11.4 / 100
Community Resilience	56.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Volcano	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 13, 2025.

Dec 25, 1994	9 km NE of Larkspur, Colorado	M4.0	105 km
Jan 18, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M3.3	126 km
Jun 1, 2014	9 km NNW of Kersey, Colorado	M3.2	42 km
Jul 22, 2001	6 km WNW of Woodland Park, Colorado	M3.1	135 km
Feb 7, 2000	19 km NE of Steamboat Springs, Colorado	M3.0	148 km
Sep 12, 1990	13 km NW of Silverthorne, Colorado	M3.0	119 km
Feb 26, 2008	29 km WNW of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	114 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.9	126 km
Mar 30, 2019	7 km NE of Greeley, Colorado	M2.9	40 km
Jun 21, 2018	16 km SSW of Walden, Colorado	M2.7	124 km
Jan 19, 1997	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	126 km
Apr 18, 1998	8 km SE of Westcreek, Colorado	M2.7	126 km
Jun 13, 2025	7 km SE of Erie, Colorado	M2.7	25 km
Aug 23, 2016	2 km SSE of Eaton, Colorado	M2.6	39 km
Jun 23, 2014	6 km NNE of Kersey, Colorado	M2.5	45 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

715 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 161 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 2015	EF3	8 km	0
May 22, 2008	EF3	20 km	1
Jun 15, 1988	EF3	56 km	0
Jun 12, 1982	EF3	60 km	0
May 18, 1975	EF3	52 km	0
Apr 23, 1960	EF3	91 km	0
May 15, 1952	EF3	37 km	0
Jun 7, 2021	EF2	12 km	0
Jun 12, 2017	EF2	93 km	0
May 7, 2016	EF2	70 km	0
May 22, 2008	EF2	89 km	0
Jul 31, 1996	EF2	46 km	0
Jul 30, 1996	EF2	87 km	0
Jul 13, 1996	EF2	69 km	0
May 30, 1996	EF2	95 km	0
Jun 9, 1990	EF2	55 km	0
Jun 15, 1988	EF2	56 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	25 km	0
Jun 5, 1988	EF2	32 km	0
Jul 7, 1987	EF2	56 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CAMERON PEAK (208,910 ac, 2020).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2020	CAMERON PEAK	208,910	65 km
2020	EAST TROUBLESOME	188,924	86 km
2012	HIGH PARK	90,769	57 km
2020	WILLIAMS FORK	14,679	96 km
1996	BUFFALO CREEK	11,690	97 km
2000	BOBCAT	10,444	38 km
2020	CALWOOD	9,836	30 km
2000	HIGH MEADOWS	9,607	97 km
2004	PICNIC ROCK	9,014	58 km
2021	MARSHALL	6,286	34 km
2010	FOURMILE CANYON	5,865	39 km
2002	UNNAMED	5,258	94 km
2002	BIG ELK	4,348	37 km
2021	BIJOU	3,485	86 km
2012	LOWER NORTH FORK FIRE	3,436	88 km
2003	OVERLAND	3,232	33 km
2004	ROSETTA LANE	3,164	91 km
2009	OLD STAGE	3,160	29 km
2011	CRYSTAL FIRE	2,855	46 km
2012	FERN LAKE	2,549	59 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	0.5 in
February	33°F (0°C)	0.4 in	Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	1.4 in
April	48°F (9°C)	1.9 in
May	57°F (14°C)	2.6 in	Wettest
June	67°F (19°C)	1.9 in
July	76°F (24°C)	1.7 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	1.4 in
September	61°F (16°C)	1.4 in
October	50°F (10°C)	1.0 in
November	37°F (3°C)	0.9 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	0.5 in	Coldest

Mead has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 29°F in December to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.4").

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Mead is located in Weld County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 48.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. 18.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.2% of the vote, a 21-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 646 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	44
Traffic Accidents	43
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	48.8%
	45% above US avg
High School+	92.0%
Graduate Degree+	18.3%
School Test Score	5.57

A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	356/sq mi
Total Area	9.7 sq mi
County	Weld County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.8%
Avg Download Speed	85.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	11.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	19
Healthcare Facilities	646
Restaurants	544
Retail Stores	698

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.0 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.6%

Average costs for common services in Mead. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$258 ($155–$412)
Specialist Visit	$361 ($206–$567)
Urgent Care Visit	$206 ($103–$361)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,268 ($825–$5,155)
Dental Cleaning	$134 ($77–$206)
Dental Filling	$258 ($155–$412)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($26–$77)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$77 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement	$309 ($155–$516)
Tire Rotation	$41 ($21–$77)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$619 ($412–$1,031)
Battery Replacement	$206 ($103–$361)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$93 ($52–$144)
HVAC Repair	$412 ($155–$825)
HVAC System Install	$7,217 ($4,124–$12,372)
Roof Repair	$1,031 ($412–$2,062)
Roof Replacement	$9,279 ($5,671–$15,465)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,547 ($516–$3,609)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,465 ($5,155–$30,930)
DUI Defense	$5,155 ($2,062–$10,310)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,547 ($825–$3,093)
Will Preparation	$516 ($206–$1,031)
Trust Preparation	$2,578 ($1,031–$5,155)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$26 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$155 ($77–$258)
Manicure	$26 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour)	$82 ($52–$134)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.23 ($3.09–$5.67)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.61 ($2.58–$5.16)
Loaf of Bread	$3.92 ($2.58–$5.67)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.64 ($3.09–$6.70)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.67 ($4.12–$7.73)
Rice (per lb)	$1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$144 ($82–$258)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly)	$72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$88 ($52–$155)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$206 ($77–$516)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,062 ($1,237–$3,609)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.25–$26)
Car Registration (Annual)	$103 ($31–$258)
Driver's License Renewal	$31 ($15–$77)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,237 ($619–$2,578)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,031 ($516–$2,062)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$412 ($206–$722)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,031 ($412–$2,578)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,888 ($5,155–$30,930)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$103 ($52–$206)
Dog Grooming	$62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$41 ($21–$77)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$309 ($155–$516)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$206 ($103–$412)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,477
Toddler	$1,271
Preschool	$1,091
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$1,061
Toddler	$938
Preschool	$938

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Weld County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	13,936	361	$70,522	1.43
Construction	13,491	1,288	$77,144	2.16
Retail Trade	11,287	702	$44,787	0.95
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,584	903	$59,557	0.62
Accommodation & Food Services	9,713	539	$24,554	0.90
Mining & Oil/Gas	6,577	270	$110,852	14.63
Administrative & Waste Services	5,592	558	$55,626	0.80
Wholesale Trade	4,476	542	$87,801	0.96
Professional & Technical Services	4,397	1,447	$105,209	0.53
Agriculture & Forestry	3,935	228	$56,572	4.09
Transportation & Warehousing	3,626	424	$74,574	0.72
Other Services	3,219	686	$53,165	0.90
Finance & Insurance	2,797	436	$95,582	0.58
Management of Companies	1,991	119	$131,703	0.99
Real Estate	1,590	451	$66,843	0.86
Arts & Entertainment	1,234	110	$31,055	0.62
Educational Services	962	132	$33,283	0.39
Utilities	502	38	$123,416	1.11
Information & Technology	489	129	$87,116	0.22
Unclassified	20	34	$70,166	0.12

Schools in Mead

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Mead Elementary School	Elementary	833	41	20.3:1
Mead Middle School	Middle	559	31	18.0:1

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Radio Stations near Mead

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Colorado Public Radio News	news, npr	MP3 64 kbps
Radio Shadow Deep Tracks	classic rock, pop	MP3 128 kbps
KHNC 1360 "The Lion"	christian, conspiracy	MP3 48 kbps
The Colorado Sound 105.5 FM (AAC)	local radio, music	AAC 96 kbps
KGNU	community radio, music	AAC 96 kbps
Colorado Public Radio - Classical	classical	AAC+ 48 kbps
Altitude Sports 950 AM	950 am, am	AAC+ 32 kbps
Colorado Public Radio OpenAir	classical	MP3 64 kbps
KRFC	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
KCSU	university radio	MP3
KVCU Radio 1190	—	AAC 128 kbps
CPR Classical	classical, public radio	MP3 64 kbps
GRACE Fm	christian contemporary	AAC+ 32 kbps
Channel 93.3 Colorado's Alternative	alternative rock, rock	AAC
Mix 100	adult contemporary	AAC+ 32 kbps
Twisted Grape Radio	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Tricolor 94.7	regional mexican	AAC+ 64 kbps
Todays Hit Radio	high energy, shawn mendes	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mead

7 campgrounds found near Mead.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Buckhorn Ranger Station	5.0/5	3	$150–$175
ANSEL WATROUS	4.5/5	17	$20
MOUNTAIN PARK	4.4/5	30	$30–$185
NARROWS (CO)	4.4/5	14	$29
STOVE PRAIRIE	4.4/5	9	$29
Bull Mountain Campground	—	—	Free
Kelly Flats Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Mead

17 national parks and monuments found near Mead.

Park	Type	Fee
Barr Lake	State Park	Free
Barr Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Boyd Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Castlewood Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Chatfield State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek Reservior / State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Curt Gowdy State Park	State Park	Free
Eldorado Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Golden Gate Canyon	State Park	Free
Golden Gate Canyon State Park	State Park	Free
Jackson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lory State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Mountain National Park	National Park	$30
Roxborough State Park	State Park	Free
St. Vrain State Park	State Park	Free
Staunton State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Mead

117+ trails found near Mead.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
DANNER PASS	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HEWLETT GULCH	6.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN	6.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
YOUNG GULCH	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOMESTEAD MEADOWS	4.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROUND MOUNTAIN	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LION GULCH	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREYROCK	3.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COFFINTOP	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MOUNT THORODIN	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GREYROCK MEADOWS	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DANNER PASS	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
AQUEDUCT	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOILING GULCH	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH SHEEP MOUNTAIN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
STORM MOUNTAIN	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KREUTZER NATURE	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CERAN ST. VRAIN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COULSON GULCH	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
MT. MCCONNELL	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLER FORK	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FOX CREEK	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BRIGHT EXTENSION	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRY SAINT VRAIN	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BULWARK RIDGE	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STORM MOUNTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BRIGHT	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST CREEK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KAVANAUGH GULLEY	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HOMESTEAD MEADOWS	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH FORK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TUNGSTEN SPUR	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MILLER FORK	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROUND MOUNTAIN NATURE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FORSYTHE CANYON	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INDIAN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SPRUCE GULCH SINGLE TRACK	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TUNGSTEN SPUR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOY SCOUT SPUR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
REYNOLDS RANCH	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOY SCOUT SPUR	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DANNER PASS	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
IRVIN HOMESTEAD	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SOUTH SHEEP MTN	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MT. MCCONNELL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ENGERT HOMESTEAD	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
N. SHEEP MTN. CUTOFF	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WALL OF DEATH SINGLE TRACK	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
YOUNG GULCH	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
REYNOLDS RANCH SPUR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN H-G	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
REYNOLDS RANCH SPUR	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
KIRKEGARD SINGLE TRACK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HILL HOMESTEAD	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BULWARK RIDGE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BAUGHMAN'S SADDLE SINGLE TRACK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAUGHMAN'S GULLEY SINGLE TRACK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FAIRVIEW PEAK SINGLE TRACK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
AQUEDUCT SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GOLDEN AGE SINGLE TRACK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TUNGSTEN SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CROSIER MOUNTAIN SUMMIT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FORSYTHE CANYON	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TWIN SADDLES SINGLE TRACK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CASTLE CUTOFF SINGLE TRK SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
STORM MOUNTAIN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CASTLE CUTOFF SINGLE TRACK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANYON RIM SINGLE TRACK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
UPPER RIDGE SINGLE TRACK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
FOX CREEK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BULWARK RIDGE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANNER PASS CUTOFF	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOY SCOUT SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLER FORK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN SUMMIT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
REYNOLDS RANCH SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOWER RIDGE SINGLE TRACK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DANNER PASS CUTOFF	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TUNGSTEN SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST CREEK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IRVIN LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANNER PASS CUTOFF	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN SUMMIT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
REYNOLDS RANCH SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
CROSIER MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NORTH FORK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LIONS PAW	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAWKINS SURGUINE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TUNGSTEN SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BULWARK RIDGE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
STORM MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRIFFITH HOMESTEAD	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANNER PASS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MT. MCCONNELL SUMMIT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH FORK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BRIGHT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FAIRVIEW PEAK SINGLE TRACK	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INDIAN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
IRVIN SAWMILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANNER PASS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
STORM MOUNTAIN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DANNER PASS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DANNER PASS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Mead

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	4,045	$87,132
2015	4,682	$95,033
2017	4,956	$91,705
2019	5,018	$103,393
2021	5,336	$103,375
2023	6,447	$116,074

Museums in Mead

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LONGMONT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3036518374	$957,991
SPIRIT OF FLIGHT FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3034601156	$507,402
WOW CHILDREN'S MUSEUM WORLD OF WONDER	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3036042424	$506,053
HIGH PLAINS ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1854 PINEY RIVER DRIVE	9706229676	$385,905
ST VRAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	470 MAIN S	3037761870	$83,432
BOULDER COUNTY BUSINESS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		2707268179	$77,127
BERTHOUD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9705322147	$52,410
BERTHOUD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$52,410
LITTLE THOMPSON VALLEY PIONEER MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9705322147	$52,410
SOUTH PLATTE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2001 HISTORIC PARKWAY	3038571710	$35,997
BOULDER COUNTY RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 356
BOULDER GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	350 PONCA PLACE
BOULDER VALLEY RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLORADO COMPUTER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9706691258
COLORADO SHAKESPEARE GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
COLORADO USSSA HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
DOUGHERTY ANTIQUE COLLECTION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3036518374
DOUGHERTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3037762520
ERIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	11611 JASPER ROAD	3038284561
FORT VASQUEZ MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9707852832
HISTORIC HIGHLANDLAKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9705354936
INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR SNOWSPORT HISTORY AND ART	GENERAL MUSEUM
JOHNSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9705870278
LAFAYETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAFAYETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MINERS MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	108 E SIMPSON ST	3036657030
LOVELAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 RIVERSIDE DR	5136835692
LOVELAND MUSEUM AND GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3039622411
LOVELAND MUSEUM/GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9709622410
MILLIKEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1101 BROAD ST
MUSEUM OF RAILWAY WORKERS	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 3498	3035791506
NATIONAL ARCHIVES AT DENVER	GENERAL MUSEUM
NIWOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 354	3036521173
NORTHEASTERN COLORADO HERITAGE LEAGUE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 337241
NOVO RESTORATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ORLEY AND SHEILA PAXTON FUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PLATTEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	502 MARION	9707856285
RURAL HISTORIC VALMONT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3034422131
SHELBY AMERICAN COLLECTION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3035169565
SHELBY AMERICAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	5020 CHAPARRAL COURT	3035169565
TIMBERLANE FARM MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9706637348
UNITED STATES CANINE MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WELD COUNTY FALLEN OFFICER MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	36TH AVE CT

Libraries in Mead

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LONGMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY	409 4TH AVE	621,074
LOVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	300 NORTH ADAMS AVENUE	403,126
LOUISVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	951 SPRUCE STREET	249,421
CLEARVIEW LIBRARY DISTRICT	720 THIRD STREET	246,018
LAFAYETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY	775 W BASELINE RD	226,286
BERTHOUD COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT	236 WELCH AVENUE	52,470
DACONO PUBLIC LIBRARY	512 CHERRY STREET	3,240

Farmers Markets in Mead

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
4th Street Farmers Market	315 East 4th St.				Visit
Berthoud Local Farmers Market	620 Mountin Ave.	06/25/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Boulder County Farmers' Market - Longmont & Boulder	9595 Nelson rd	April to November	Sat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Brighton Downtown Saturday Market	91 North Main Street
City of Loveland Farmers Market	700 S. Railroad	06/25/2017 to 09/24/2017	Sun: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Downtown Mead Farmers' Market	P.O. Box 55	06/25/2017 to 09/24/2017	Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Erie Farmers' Market	515 Briggs St	May to October	Sat:8:30 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Frederick Market	105 5th Street	06/05/2014 to 09/25/2014	Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Jax Farmer's Market in Lafayette	400 W. South Boulder Road				Visit
Johnstown Milliken Farmer's Market	Charlotte St. and Parish Ave.	06/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Johnstown Milliken Farmer's Market	Broad Street and Francis St.	06/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Sun: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Lafayette Farmers' Market	355 W South Boulder Rd	May to October	Thu:3:30 PM - 7:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Louisville Farmers Market	824 Front Street	05/31/2014 to 10/11/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Loveland Farmers' Market	3133 N. Garfield	05/05/2015 to 10/27/2015	Tue: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Niwot Farmers Market	7980 Niwot Rd	May to October	Fri:4:00 pm - 8:00 pm;		Visit

Breweries in Mead

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Asher Brewing Co	Breweries	4699 Nautilus Ct S
Avery Brewing	Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	5757 Arapahoe Ave
Avery Brewing Co	Bars & Pubs, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	5763 Arapahoe Ave
Berthoud Brewing Co.	Brewery	450 8th St		Visit
Big Beaver Brewing Co	Brewery	2707 W Eisenhower Blvd	9708186064	Visit
Big Thompson Brewery	Brewery	114 E 15th St	9706198138
Bookcliff Vineyards Tasting Room	Breweries & Wineries	6440 Odell Pl	3037178900
Brew Llc	Brewers	7251 W 20th Saint D1	9703527500
Brewery	Greeley, CO, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns, Greeley Bars, wholesale, manufacturing, food, brewe	3806 W 12th St	9703921734
Broken Plow Brewery	Brewers	4731 W 10th St	9703014575	Visit
Bru Handbuilt Ales Eats, Bru Handbuilt Ales & Eats	Bars, Bistros, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Pubs, Beer & Ale, Breweries	5290 Arapahoe Ave	7206385193	Visit
Crow Hop Brewing	Beverages, Brew Pubs, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Liquor Stores	217 E 3rd St	9706198159, 9706330643	Visit
Destination Brewing and Spirits	CO">Brewery	2129 71ST Ave Greeley Co 80634	9704059902
Echo Brewing Co	Brewers	5969 Iris Pkwy	3038339077	Visit
Finkel & Garf Brewing Co.	Brewery Gunbarrel, Brewery	5455 Spine Rd	7203796042
Front Range Brewing Company	Brewery, Beer Garden	400 W South Boulder Rd	3033390767	Visit
Grapes and Hops Liquor Store	Liquor Stores, Wine & Distilled Beverages Retail, Beer & Ale Retail, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distribut	6560 W 29th St
Grimm Brothers Brewhouse	Brewery	547 Denver Ave	9706246045, (970) 624-6045	Visit
Grimm Brothers Taproom	Brewery	623 Denver Ave	9706246045	Visit
J Wells Brewery	Brewery	2516 49th St	3033960384	Visit
Liquid Mechanics	Brewery	297 Us 287
Loveland Aleworks	Brewery	118 W 4th St	9706198726	Visit
Oskar Blues Brewery	Bars, U.S., Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores, Taverns	1800 Pike Rd	3034859400, 3037761914	Visit
Pangea Natural	mfg, brewery, manufacturing, Soaps & Detergents Retail, wholesale, tools & machinery	6880 Winchester Cir
Pumphouse Brewery	Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Arcade, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Brewery, Bar, Taverns	540 Main St	3037020881	Visit
Rock Bottom Brewery - Centerra Promenade	Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Bar & Grill Restaurants	6025 Sky Pond Dr	9706222077	Visit
The Alibi	Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, Beer & Ale Retail, Taverns	1007 Broad St
The Post Brewing Company	American Restaurant, Brewery	105 W Emma St	3035932066	Visit
Twelve Degree Brewing	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Beer & Ale	820 Main St	7206381623	Visit
Upslope Brewery	Brewery	1898 S Flatiron Ct	3033961898	Visit
Verboten Brewing	Brew Pubs, Brewery	127 E 5th St	9709886333, 9707757371	Visit
Wibby Brewing	Breweries	209 Emery St
Wild Woods Brewery	Brewery	5460 Conestoga Ct	3034841465
Wilsey & Sons Inc	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries	1000 S Lincoln Ave	9706694595

Ski Resorts Near Mead

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Loveland	93.0	11	3,871	$61	October - May	—	Yes
Brighton	66.0	7	3,200	$67	November - April	Yes	Yes

Cell Towers in Mead

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
10494 HWY 257 SPUR (10347)	GTOWER	93
10494 HWY 257 SPUR (10347)	GTOWER	93
10494 HIGHWAY 257 SPUR (10347)	GTOWER	93
10494 HIGHWAY 257 SPUR (10347)	GTOWER	93
2176 17th Avenue (48750)	GTOWER	59
2176 17th Avenue (48750)	GTOWER	59
16499 WELD COUNTY ROAD 18 (10332)	LTOWER	52
16499 WELD COUNTY ROAD 18 (10332)	LTOWER	52
18494 I-25 EAST ACCESS ROAD (10333)	LTOWER	33
18494 I-25 EAST ACCESS ROAD (10333)	LTOWER	33
985 2nd Street (15376)	MTOWER	32
985 2nd Street (15376)	MTOWER	32

Power Plants Near Mead

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SR MAVERICKS	NOT AVAILABLE	221114	-105.0	NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Mead

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1961	21	72,000	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	130	40,000	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	130	40,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	94	37,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1961	94	37,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	103	36,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	103	36,000	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2006	351	18,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1961	223	7,019	F
Culvert	Concrete	2020	27	3,231	G
Slab	Concrete	1937	22	3,223	P
Culvert	Concrete	2021	21	1,470	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2018	145	1,452	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	25	260	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	64	121	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	31	113	G
Culvert	Concrete	2021	48	80	G

Superfund Sites Near Mead

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
FORT ST. VRAIN STATION	16805 WELD COUNTY ROAD 19 1/2	WELD
FORT ST. VRAIN STATION	16805 WELD COUNTY ROAD 19 1/2	WELD

Airports Near Mead

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Denver International Airport	DEN	Large Airport
Buckley Space Force Base	BFK	Medium Airport
Centennial Airport	APA	Medium Airport
Northern Colorado Regional Airport	FNL	Medium Airport
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport	BJC	Medium Airport
Air Dusters Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
AJC Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashlawn Airport	—	Small Airport
Athanasiou Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Beaugh Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellmore Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Big View Airport	—	Small Airport
Bigfoot Turf Airport	—	Small Airport
Boulder Municipal Airport	WBU	Small Airport
Brighton Van-Aire Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnham Field	—	Small Airport
Campbells Airport	—	Small Airport
Cartwheel Airport	—	Small Airport
Christman Field	—	Small Airport
Colorado Air and Space Port	—	Small Airport
Colorado Antique Field	—	Small Airport
Comanche Airfield Llc Airport	—	Small Airport
Comanche Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Crop Air Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Airport	—	Small Airport
Denning Airport	—	Small Airport
Devoe Airport	—	Small Airport
Easton/Valley View Airport	—	Small Airport
Elk Park Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Erie Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Evans Airport	—	Small Airport
Everitt Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying E Airport	—	Small Airport
Fought'N'Won Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Fox Hole Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontier Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Greeley–Weld County Airport	GXY	Small Airport
Harrington Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hat-Field STOLport	—	Small Airport
Hay Fever Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Highline Farm Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Horseshoe Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoy Airstrip	—	Small Airport
J & S Airport	—	Small Airport
Jackrabbit Strip	—	Small Airport
Jjs Airport	—	Small Airport
Kellogg Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Kutcher-Lakeview Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mead

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Boulder County Sheriff's Office
Dacono Town Police Department
Erie Police Department
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Loveland	2915 Rocky Mountain Avenue
Firestone Police Department
Firestone Police Station & Courtroom
Fort Lupton Police Department
Frederick Police Department
Johnstown Police Department	430 South Parish Avenue
Lafayette Police Department
Longmont Police Department Headquarters	225 Kimbark Street
Milliken Police Station
Weld County Sheriff Office

Grocery Stores in Mead

5 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven Store 39451A	Convenience Store	4301 Highway 66
Calkins' Greens Llc FFAB	Farmers and Markets	4851 County Road 32
Maverik 5198	Convenience Store	13799 Pacific Cir
QuikTrip 4227	Convenience Store	3571 Highland Dr
Rocky Mountain Fresh	Farmers and Markets	14762 County Road 3

Treatment Centers in Mead

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A New Perspective Counseling Centers	Substance Abuse	970-461-0978
BayMark Health Servs of Colorado Inc - BAART Programs Brighton	Substance Abuse	720-909-6008
Community Reach Center Inc	Both	303-853-3500
IDEA Forum Inc - IDEA Brighton	Substance Abuse	303-659-9440
Mental Health Partners - 24/7 Crisis/Substance Use Specialty	Substance Abuse	303-443-8500
Mental Health Partners - Lafayette Clinical Services and Admin	Both	303-443-8500
Mental Health Partners - Longmont Saint Vrain Hub	Both	303-443-8500
Mental Health Partners - Wellness Education Center	Both	303-443-8500
Sample Therapy Services	Substance Abuse	720-684-6309
SummitStone Health Partners	Both	970-494-4200

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mead

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH	PO BOX 187
BERTHOUD SPANISH FOURSQUARE CHURCH	PO BOX 493
GUARDIAN ANGELS CATHOLIC PARISH IN MEAD	109 S 3RD STREET
ITS JUST HIM	14561 LONGHORN DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mead

What is the population of Mead?

Mead has a population of 5,503 residents and is located in Colorado. The population density is 356 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.1 years. The population is 47.4% female and 52.6% male.

Is Mead expensive to live in?

Mead has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $116,074, 54% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $552,100 (96% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,583 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mead safe?

Mead is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,117 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mead receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mead?

Mead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Mead?

The job market in Mead is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,277. There are 9,567 business establishments in the area, including 544 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 17.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mead?

The median home value in Mead is $552,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $554,545. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,583. Fair market rent is $1,161 for a 1-bedroom and $1,429 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 93.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,919.

How are the schools in Mead?

Schools in Mead score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 48.8% of adults in Mead hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. 18.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mead?

The obesity rate in Mead is 30.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 15.6% are physically inactive. 22.6% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,735.

What is transportation like in Mead?

The average commute in Mead is 27 minutes. 71.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mead?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mead is 75.7% White, 7.7% Hispanic or Latino. 87.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.7% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 7.3% of residents have a disability. 90.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Berthoud, CO 11,684 pop · 4.2 mi Firestone, CO 17,353 pop · 5.4 mi Johnstown, CO 18,075 pop · 6.9 mi Longmont, CO 98,958 pop · 7.2 mi Platteville, CO 2,924 pop · 8.2 mi Frederick, CO 15,893 pop · 8.4 mi Milliken, CO 8,695 pop · 9.0 mi Dacono, CO 6,419 pop · 11.5 mi Niwot, CO 3,773 pop · 12.7 mi Erie, CO 31,927 pop · 13.2 mi Loveland, CO 77,350 pop · 13.7 mi Fort Lupton, CO 8,494 pop · 13.9 mi Aristocrat Ranchettes, CO 2,335 pop · 14.5 mi Lyons, CO 1,927 pop · 14.8 mi

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