Meta is a city located in Osage County, in the state of Missouri (MO), United States. Nestled in the West North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.3 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 610 ft. With a population of approximately 249 residents, Meta offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.6% males and 49.4% females, and it has a population density of 732.35 people per square mile (282.76/km²). Meta lies at a latitude of 38.31 and a longitude of -92.17, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (14.9%), followed by English (4.4%), German (40.2%), and Scotch-Irish (11.2%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 65058.