Meade, Ohio facts for kids

Meade is a small place in Ohio, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it's a neighborhood that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Meade has also been called Mutton Jerk and Salem in the past.

Where is Meade?

Meade is located in Pickaway County, within Pickaway Township. You can find it where two roads meet: State Route 159 and Hayesville Road. Hayesville Road is also known as Pickaway County Road #11.

Meade's Neighbors

The closest towns to Meade are Kingston, which is in Ross County, and Circleville, which is also in Pickaway County.

Life in Meade

Meade is a very small community with a population of 79 people. Even though it's small, it's a place where people live and have a sense of community.

Schools and Buildings

Children living in Meade go to school in the Logan Elm Local School District. The main road running through the community is Hayesville Road. Meade has only one building that serves a public purpose: the Salem United Methodist Church.

A Bit of History

Meade has had a few different names over the years, including Mutton Jerk and Salem. The community even had its own post office for a while. The Meade post office opened in 1892 and operated for about 11 years, closing its doors in 1903.

Images for kids

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  Salem United Methodist Church in Meade, Ohio

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  Church announcement board

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  Looking northwest on Hayesville Road in Meade, Ohio