Meta Public RecordsMissouri

Transportation in Meta city, Osage County, Missouri, is predominantly car-dependent, with around 90% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transit, reflecting limited transit options. Average commute times are approximately 25 minutes, aligning with regional norms. Transportation infrastructure consists mainly of local and county roads, with State Highway 133 serving as the primary thoroughfare. Vehicle ownership is high, with most households owning two or more vehicles. Major employment hubs are centered in nearby Jefferson City, roughly 20 miles east, to which many Meta residents commute daily for work opportunities.

Meta, Osage County, MO serves students primarily through the Meta-area schools under the Fatima R-III School District, featuring Fatima High School with a GreatSchools rating of around 7/10. Approximately 88% of adults hold a high school diploma, while around 10% have a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has one public high school; no colleges are in the city. School safety ratings are above the state average, and educational programs include career and technical education options. Adult education is limited locally but accessible in nearby towns.

Meta, a small city in Osage County, MO, lacks hospitals within city limits; residents typically access healthcare at nearby facilities in Jefferson City, such as Capital Region Medical Center (approx. 25 miles away). Local care is limited to small clinics and family practices. Osage County’s uninsured rate is approximately 14%. The population is about 95% White, median age 36. Common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Provider shortages exist, with only around 1 primary care physician per 4,000 residents. Access remains a concern, particularly for low-income and elderly populations.

Meta, Osage County, MO, features a homeownership rate of about 73%, with median home values around $130,000. Rental units make up approximately 27% of housing, with median rents near $700/month. The housing stock is largely single-family homes, and neighborhoods are predominantly quiet and residential. Over the past year, property values have increased by roughly 4%. Property tax rates average 0.85% of assessed home value, making taxes relatively affordable. Overall, Meta offers affordable housing and stable market trends.

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Meta City in Osage County, Missouri, had a population of 180. The median age was 40.1 years, with roughly 50.6% male and 49.4% female residents. Racially, Meta remains predominantly White (about 93.9%), with small percentages of individuals identifying as two or more races (3.9%), and Hispanic or Latino of any race comprising approximately 1.7% of the population.