Meter is a city located in Dallas County, in the state of Iowa (IA), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.6 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 880 ft. With a population of approximately 866 residents, Meter offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.92% males and 52.08% females, and it has a population density of 443.33 people per square mile (557.27/km²). Meter lies at a latitude of 41.53 and a longitude of -93.96, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.3%), followed by English (11.5%), German (32.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 50261.