Meadow Lakes, AK
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8,773
TOTAL POPULATION
4,612
MALE POPULATION
4,161
FEMALE POPULATION
110.84
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.22
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,963
PER CAPITA INCOME
$94,092
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$80,492
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,598
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,950
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Meadow Lakes
The most populous races in Meadow Lakes are White / Caucasian (7,188 | 81.9%), Two or more Races (734 | 8.4%), and Native / Alaskan (369 | 4.2%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 304 | 3.5% |
| Black / African American | 26 | 0.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 35 | 0.4% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 303 | 3.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 369 | 4.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,188 | 81.9% |
| Two or more Races | 734 | 8.4% |
| Some other Race | 117 | 1.3% |
| Total | 8,773 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Meadow Lakes
The most populous ancestries reported in Meadow Lakes are German (1,795 | 20.5%), Irish (1,193 | 13.6%), English (768 | 8.7%), American (406 | 4.6%), and Korean (368 | 4.2%), together accounting for 51.6% of all Meadow Lakes residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Alaska Native | 221 | 2.5% |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 145 | 1.7% |
| Aleut | 26 | 0.3% |
| American | 406 | 4.6% |
| Austrian | 90 | 1.0% |
| Bhutanese | 26 | 0.3% |
| British | 48 | 0.5% |
| Cajun | 66 | 0.7% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 110 | 1.3% |
| Chippewa | 5 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 45 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 94 | 1.1% |
| Czechoslovakian | 9 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 54 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 209 | 2.4% |
| Eastern European | 31 | 0.4% |
| English | 768 | 8.7% |
| European | 124 | 1.4% |
| Finnish | 81 | 0.9% |
| French | 164 | 1.9% |
| French American Indian | 3 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 36 | 0.4% |
| German | 1,795 | 20.5% |
| Greek | 41 | 0.5% |
| Houma | 55 | 0.6% |
| Hungarian | 31 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 78 | 0.9% |
| Inupiat | 102 | 1.2% |
| Irish | 1,193 | 13.6% |
| Iroquois | 12 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 243 | 2.8% |
| Korean | 368 | 4.2% |
| Lithuanian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Malaysian | 29 | 0.3% |
| Mexican | 116 | 1.3% |
| Native Hawaiian | 100 | 1.1% |
| Northern European | 11 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 268 | 3.0% |
| Polish | 219 | 2.5% |
| Portuguese | 20 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 20 | 0.2% |
| Romanian | 58 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 144 | 1.6% |
| Scandinavian | 125 | 1.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 111 | 1.3% |
| Scottish | 167 | 1.9% |
| Seminole | 8 | 0.1% |
| Serbian | 10 | 0.1% |
| South American | 8 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 61 | 0.7% |
| Spanish | 13 | 0.2% |
| Spanish American | 32 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lankan | 38 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 98 | 1.1% |
| Swiss | 19 | 0.2% |
| Tlingit-Haida | 47 | 0.5% |
| Ukrainian | 57 | 0.6% |
| Welsh | 49 | 0.6% |
| Yup'ik | 132 | 1.5% | View All 61 Rows |
Immigrants in Meadow Lakes
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Meadow Lakes came from Asia (187 | 2.1%), South Eastern Asia (145 | 1.7%), Europe (126 | 1.4%), Philippines (106 | 1.2%), and Eastern Europe (81 | 0.9%), together accounting for 7.3% of all Meadow Lakes residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 187 | 2.1% |
| Brazil | 26 | 0.3% |
| Cambodia | 10 | 0.1% |
| China | 42 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 81 | 0.9% |
| Europe | 126 | 1.4% |
| Germany | 7 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 29 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 26 | 0.3% |
| Northern Europe | 15 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 106 | 1.2% |
| Russia | 28 | 0.3% |
| South America | 26 | 0.3% |
| South Eastern Asia | 145 | 1.7% |
| Southern Europe | 23 | 0.3% |
| Spain | 23 | 0.3% |
| Sweden | 15 | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | 16 | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | 53 | 0.6% |
| Western Europe | 7 | 0.1% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Meadow Lakes
Sex and Age in Meadow Lakes
The most populous age groups in Meadow Lakes are 10 to 14 Years (408 | 8.8%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (382 | 9.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 166 (3.6%) | 209 (5.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 394 (8.5%) | 382 (9.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 408 (8.8%) | 315 (7.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 338 (7.3%) | 271 (6.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 339 (7.3%) | 251 (6.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 340 (7.4%) | 343 (8.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 216 (4.7%) | 241 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 277 (6.0%) | 260 (6.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 259 (5.6%) | 302 (7.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 351 (7.6%) | 289 (7.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 182 (4.0%) | 231 (5.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 344 (7.5%) | 278 (6.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 361 (7.8%) | 231 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 267 (5.8%) | 268 (6.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 145 (3.1%) | 165 (4.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 115 (2.5%) | 62 (1.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 74 (1.6%) | 40 (1.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 36 (0.8%) | 23 (0.5%) |
| Total | 4,612 (100.0%) | 4,161 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Meadow Lakes
Median Family Size in Meadow Lakes
The median family size in Meadow Lakes is 3.19 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,761 | 77.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.28 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (269 | 11.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,761 (77.5%) | 3.28 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (11.8%) | 2.61 |
| Single Female/Mother | 241 (10.6%) | 3.17 |
| Total Families | 2,271 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Meadow Lakes
The median household size in Meadow Lakes is 2.74 persons per household, with single female/mother households (241 | 7.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (926 | 29.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,761 (55.1%) | 3.34 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (8.4%) | 2.98 |
| Single Female/Mother | 241 (7.5%) | 3.74 |
| Non-family | 926 (29.0%) | 1.27 |
| Total Households | 3,197 (100.0%) | 2.74 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Meadow Lakes
Out of a total of 3,197 households in Meadow Lakes, 2,271 (71.0%) are family households, while 926 (29.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 960, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 701.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 701 (21.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 960 (30.0%) | 168 (5.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 398 (12.4%) | 57 (1.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 367 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 307 (9.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 149 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 90 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,271 (71.0%) | 926 (29.0%) |
Female Fertility in Meadow Lakes
Fertility by Age in Meadow Lakes
Average fertility rate in Meadow Lakes is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 36 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 36 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Meadow Lakes
55.6% of women with births (36) in Meadow Lakes are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 44.4% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 44.4% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 20 (55.6%) | 16 (44.4%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20 (55.6%) | 16 (44.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Meadow Lakes
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 6 (16.7%) | 9.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 10 (27.8%) | 13.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (27.8%) | 42.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (27.8%) | 143.0 |
| Total | 36 (100.0%) | 18.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Meadow Lakes
44.4% of women with births in Meadow Lakes are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 20 (55.6%) | 16 (44.4%) |
Income in Meadow Lakes
Income Overview in Meadow Lakes
Per Capita Income in Meadow Lakes is $34,963, while median incomes of families and households are $94,092 and $80,492 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 8,773 | $34,963 |
| Median Family Income | 2,271 | $94,092 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,271 | $108,782 |
| Median Household Income | 3,197 | $80,492 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,197 | $95,363 |
| Income Deficit | 2,271 | $10,598 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 8,773 | 39.07% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 8,773 | 60.93¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 8,773 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in Meadow Lakes
Average Earnings in Meadow Lakes are $45,636, $55,789 for men and $33,992 for women, a difference of 39.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,322 (54.0%) | $55,789 |
| Female | 1,976 (46.0%) | $33,992 |
| Total | 4,298 (100.0%) | $45,636 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Meadow Lakes
The most common earnings brackets in Meadow Lakes are $100,000+ for men (545 | 23.5%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (247 | 12.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 87 (3.7%) | 125 (6.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 82 (3.5%) | 108 (5.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 61 (2.6%) | 69 (3.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 45 (1.9%) | 61 (3.1%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 65 (2.8%) | 62 (3.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 40 (1.7%) | 92 (4.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 62 (2.7%) | 69 (3.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 12 (0.5%) | 63 (3.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 27 (1.2%) | 54 (2.7%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 81 (3.5%) | 41 (2.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 89 (3.8%) | 123 (6.2%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 129 (5.6%) | 146 (7.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 94 (4.1%) | 123 (6.2%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 45 (1.9%) | 64 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 119 (5.1%) | 59 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 87 (3.7%) | 98 (5.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 263 (11.3%) | 215 (10.9%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 118 (5.1%) | 47 (2.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 271 (11.7%) | 247 (12.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 545 (23.5%) | 110 (5.6%) |
| Total | 2,322 (100.0%) | 1,976 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Meadow Lakes
Average earnings in Meadow Lakes are $60,000 for men and $40,189 for women, a difference of 33.0%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $86,000, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $57,059. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $80,809, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $35,250.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $60,375 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $62,885 | $37,898 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,059 | $35,250 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $86,000 | $53,625 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $60,000 | $40,189 |
Family Income in Meadow Lakes
Family Income Brackets in Meadow Lakes
According to the Meadow Lakes family income data, there are 504 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 59 | 2.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 36 | 1.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 93 | 4.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 116 | 5.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 193 | 8.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 327 | 14.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 384 | 16.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 504 | 22.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 329 | 14.5% |
| $200,000+ | 227 | 10.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Meadow Lakes
5-person families (242 | 10.7%) account for the highest median family income in Meadow Lakes with $119,318 per family, while 2-person families (1,069 | 47.1%) have the highest median income of $41,650 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,069 (47.1%) | $83,299 |
| 3-Person Families | 367 (16.2%) | $94,602 |
| 4-Person Families | 380 (16.7%) | $111,136 |
| 5-Person Families | 242 (10.7%) | $119,318 |
| 6-Person Families | 145 (6.4%) | $96,146 |
| 7+ Person Families | 68 (3.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 2,271 (100.0%) | $94,092 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Meadow Lakes
The median family income in Meadow Lakes is $94,092, with families comprising 3+ earners (259) having the highest median family income of $168,523, while families with no earners (443) have the lowest median family income of $46,094, accounting for 11.4% and 19.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 443 (19.5%) | $46,094 |
| 1 Earner | 664 (29.2%) | $72,614 |
| 2 Earners | 905 (39.9%) | $119,886 |
| 3+ Earners | 259 (11.4%) | $168,523 |
| Total | 2,271 (100.0%) | $94,092 |
Household Income in Meadow Lakes
Household Income Brackets in Meadow Lakes
With 623 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Meadow Lakes, accounting for 19.5% of all households. In contrast, only 96 households (3.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 179 | 5.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 96 | 3.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 185 | 5.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 272 | 8.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 269 | 8.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 464 | 14.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 489 | 15.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 623 | 19.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 364 | 11.4% |
| $200,000+ | 262 | 8.2% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Meadow Lakes
The median household income in Meadow Lakes is $80,492, with the highest median household income of $97,344 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,072 households (33.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $40,859, with 115 households (3.6%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 115 (3.6%) | $40,859 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,072 (33.5%) | $97,344 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,311 (41.0%) | $78,523 |
| 65+ Years | 699 (21.9%) | $65,938 |
| Total | 3,197 (100.0%) | $80,492 |
Poverty in Meadow Lakes
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Meadow Lakes
With 12.7% poverty level for males and 14.1% for females among the residents of Meadow Lakes, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 17 males (28.3%) and 19 females (31.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 40 (24.1%) | 30 (15.1%) |
| 5 Years | 6 (8.6%) | 19 (31.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 119 (26.0%) | 10 (2.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 66 (27.7%) | 43 (17.7%) |
| 15 Years | 17 (28.3%) | 11 (27.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 9 (4.6%) | 16 (17.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 13 (3.1%) | 96 (24.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 74 (13.3%) | 164 (28.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 26 (4.9%) | 60 (10.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 40 (7.5%) | 43 (8.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 135 (19.2%) | 54 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (9.0%) | 25 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (7.2%) |
| Total | 582 (12.7%) | 580 (14.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Meadow Lakes
According to the poverty statistics in Meadow Lakes, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 97.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 126 (75.9%) | 168 (84.9%) |
| 5 Years | 64 (91.4%) | 41 (68.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 338 (74.0%) | 357 (97.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 172 (72.3%) | 200 (82.3%) |
| 15 Years | 43 (71.7%) | 29 (72.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 186 (95.4%) | 78 (83.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 409 (96.9%) | 292 (75.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 482 (86.7%) | 420 (71.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 510 (95.2%) | 502 (89.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 493 (92.5%) | 477 (91.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 570 (80.8%) | 455 (89.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 375 (91.0%) | 408 (94.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 225 (100.0%) | 116 (92.8%) |
| Total | 3,993 (87.3%) | 3,543 (85.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Meadow Lakes
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Meadow Lakes show that 7.0% or 123 of the total 1,761 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 34.6%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.4%, which includes 66 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 970 (93.6%) | 66 (6.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 468 (93.6%) | 32 (6.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 183 (92.0%) | 16 (8.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 17 (65.4%) | 9 (34.6%) |
| Total | 1,638 (93.0%) | 123 (7.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Meadow Lakes
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (3.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (12.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (80.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 73 (30.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Meadow Lakes
The poverty data for Meadow Lakes shows that 123 of the married-couple family households (7.0%) and 73 of the single-parent households (14.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (34.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 66 (6.4%) | 3 (2.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 32 (6.4%) | 12 (4.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 16 (8.0%) | 38 (56.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (34.6%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Total | 123 (7.0%) | 73 (14.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Meadow Lakes
Employment by Class of Employer in Meadow Lakes
Among the 3,660 employed individuals in Meadow Lakes, private company employees (2,350 | 64.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (320 | 8.7%), and local government employees (294 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,350 | 64.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 80 | 2.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 320 | 8.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 258 | 7.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 294 | 8.0% |
| State Government Employees | 233 | 6.4% |
| Federal Government Employees | 125 | 3.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,660 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Meadow Lakes
According to the labor force statistics for Meadow Lakes, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,799), 58.1% or 3,950 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 225 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 82.5% or 906 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.6% or 21 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 198 (38.9%) | 21 (10.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 339 (57.5%) | 30 (8.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 381 (55.8%) | 6 (1.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 355 (77.7%) | 24 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 906 (82.5%) | 45 (5.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 847 (80.4%) | 55 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 409 (65.8%) | 30 (7.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 335 (56.6%) | 13 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 162 (19.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,950 (58.1%) | 225 (5.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Meadow Lakes
According to labor force statistics for Meadow Lakes, 71.8% of individuals (3,235) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,505) are in the labor force, with 5.4% or 175 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 78.3% or 1,315 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.2% or 19 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 134 (47.5%) | 40 (14.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,183 (67.1%) | 92 (5.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,315 (78.3%) | 81 (4.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 601 (77.0%) | 37 (4.8%) |
| Total | 3,235 (71.8%) | 243 (5.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Meadow Lakes
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meadow Lakes are Community & Social Service (433 | 11.7%), Management (351 | 9.5%), Education Instruction & Library (249 | 6.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (153 | 4.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (142 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Meadow Lakes, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (92.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Business & Financial (83.2%), and Health Technologists (83.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 183 (52.1%) | 168 (47.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 18 (16.8%) | 89 (83.2%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 141 (92.2%) | 12 (7.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 39 (76.5%) | 12 (23.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 121 (27.9%) | 312 (72.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 8 (27.6%) | 21 (72.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 69 (27.7%) | 180 (72.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 44 (35.5%) | 80 (64.5%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 27 (19.0%) | 115 (81.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 15 (17.1%) | 73 (83.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 490 (41.3%) | 696 (58.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Meadow Lakes are Healthcare Support (303 | 8.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (148 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (137 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (91 | 2.5%), and Personal Care & Service (76 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Meadow Lakes, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (94.9%), and Law Enforcement (88.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.4%), Personal Care & Service (67.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 23 (7.6%) | 280 (92.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 130 (94.9%) | 7 (5.1%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 56 (88.9%) | 7 (11.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 71 (48.0%) | 77 (52.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 58 (63.7%) | 33 (36.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 25 (32.9%) | 51 (67.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 307 (40.7%) | 448 (59.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Meadow Lakes are Office & Administration (351 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (337 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 142 (42.1%) | 195 (57.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 43 (12.2%) | 308 (87.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 185 (26.9%) | 503 (73.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Meadow Lakes are Construction & Extraction (430 | 11.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (190 | 5.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (13 | 0.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 430 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 190 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 620 (98.0%) | 13 (2.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Meadow Lakes are Transportation (179 | 4.8%), Material Moving (164 | 4.4%), and Production (103 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 79 (76.7%) | 24 (23.3%) |
| Transportation | 142 (79.3%) | 37 (20.7%) |
| Material Moving | 119 (72.6%) | 45 (27.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 340 (76.2%) | 106 (23.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Meadow Lakes
Employment Industries in Meadow Lakes
The major employment industries in Meadow Lakes include Health Care & Social Assistance (676 | 18.2%), Construction (464 | 12.5%), Retail Trade (461 | 12.4%), Educational Services (349 | 9.4%), and Public Administration (286 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Meadow Lakes
The Meadow Lakes industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Construction (94.6%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (94.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 145 (94.2%) | 9 (5.8%) |
| Construction | 439 (94.6%) | 25 (5.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 92 (64.3%) | 51 (35.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 38 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 199 (43.2%) | 262 (56.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 127 (58.3%) | 91 (41.7%) |
| Utilities | 21 (46.7%) | 24 (53.3%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 18 (30.0%) | 42 (70.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 27 (73.0%) | 10 (27.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 68 (59.7%) | 46 (40.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 65 (73.9%) | 23 (26.1%) |
| Educational Services | 143 (41.0%) | 206 (59.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 104 (15.4%) | 572 (84.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 75 (53.2%) | 66 (46.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 96 (49.7%) | 97 (50.3%) |
| Public Administration | 197 (68.9%) | 89 (31.1%) |
| Total | 1,942 (52.4%) | 1,766 (47.6%) |
Education in Meadow Lakes
School Enrollment in Meadow Lakes
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,292 students in Meadow Lakes are middle school (588 | 25.7%), elementary school (543 | 23.7%), and high school (539 | 23.5%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 139 | 6.1% |
| Kindergarten | 155 | 6.8% |
| Elementary School | 543 | 23.7% |
| Middle School | 588 | 25.7% |
| High School | 539 | 23.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 250 | 10.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 78 | 3.4% |
| Total | 2,292 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Meadow Lakes
Out of a total of 2,292 students who are enrolled in schools in Meadow Lakes, 225 (9.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,067 (90.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (20.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 112 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 92 (88.5%) | 12 (11.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 657 (95.9%) | 28 (4.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 637 (89.6%) | 74 (10.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 313 (80.5%) | 76 (19.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 95 (79.2%) | 25 (20.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 75 (89.3%) | 9 (10.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 112 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 87 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,067 (90.2%) | 225 (9.8%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Meadow Lakes
Business (193 | 17.9%), education (164 | 15.2%), science & technology (163 | 15.1%), arts & humanities (108 | 10.0%), and psychology (101 | 9.4%) are the most common fields of study among 1,079 individuals in Meadow Lakes who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 18 | 1.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 97 | 9.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 49 | 4.5% |
| Psychology | 101 | 9.4% |
| Social Sciences | 31 | 2.9% |
| Engineering | 44 | 4.1% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 8 | 0.7% |
| Science & Technology | 163 | 15.1% |
| Business | 193 | 17.9% |
| Education | 164 | 15.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 28 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 45 | 4.2% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 21 | 1.9% |
| Communications | 9 | 0.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 108 | 10.0% |
| Total | 1,079 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Meadow Lakes
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Meadow Lakes
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Meadow Lakes are males with 2 vehicles (689, accounting for 35.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (515, making up 40.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 6 (0.3%) | 15 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 234 (12.1%) | 286 (16.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 689 (35.6%) | 515 (29.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 560 (28.9%) | 389 (22.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 248 (12.8%) | 278 (16.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 200 (10.3%) | 239 (13.9%) |
| Total | 1,937 (100.0%) | 1,722 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Meadow Lakes
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Meadow Lakes are 20 to 24 minutes (646 commuters, 19.3%), 60 to 89 minutes (518 commuters, 15.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (433 commuters, 13.0%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 104 | 3.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 227 | 6.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 258 | 7.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 433 | 13.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 646 | 19.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 232 | 6.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 334 | 10.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 111 | 3.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 16 | 0.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 195 | 5.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 518 | 15.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 270 | 8.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Meadow Lakes
The most common commute times in Meadow Lakes are 60 to 89 minutes (352 commuters, 19.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (318 commuters, 20.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 41 (2.3%) | 63 (4.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 138 (7.7%) | 89 (5.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 91 (5.1%) | 167 (10.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 267 (14.9%) | 166 (10.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 328 (18.3%) | 318 (20.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 73 (4.1%) | 159 (10.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 144 (8.0%) | 190 (12.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 30 (1.7%) | 81 (5.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 107 (6.0%) | 88 (5.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 352 (19.6%) | 166 (10.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 223 (12.4%) | 47 (3.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Meadow Lakes
The most frequent times of departure to work in Meadow Lakes are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (291, 16.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (282, 18.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 120 (6.7%) | 64 (4.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 60 (3.3%) | 93 (6.0%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 137 (7.6%) | 76 (4.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 220 (12.3%) | 152 (9.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 123 (6.9%) | 72 (4.6%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 291 (16.2%) | 282 (18.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 206 (11.5%) | 185 (11.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 241 (13.4%) | 149 (9.6%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 8 (0.4%) | 116 (7.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 80 (4.5%) | 118 (7.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 75 (4.2%) | 62 (4.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 33 (1.8%) | 23 (1.5%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 151 (8.4%) | 104 (6.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 49 (2.7%) | 54 (3.5%) |
| Total | 1,794 (100.0%) | 1,550 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Meadow Lakes
Occupancy by Ownership in Meadow Lakes
Of the total 3,197 dwellings in Meadow Lakes, owner-occupied units account for 2,447 (76.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 750 (23.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,447 | 76.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 750 | 23.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Meadow Lakes
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 701 | 21.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,128 | 35.3% |
| 3-Person Household | 455 | 14.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 913 | 28.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Meadow Lakes
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 493 (70.3%) | 208 (29.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 960 (85.1%) | 168 (14.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 348 (76.5%) | 107 (23.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 646 (70.8%) | 267 (29.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,447 (76.5%) | 750 (23.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Meadow Lakes
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 174 (64.7%) | 95 (35.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 802 (71.4%) | 321 (28.6%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 907 (77.1%) | 269 (22.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 564 (89.7%) | 65 (10.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Meadow Lakes
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 678 | 21.2% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 509 | 15.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 572 | 17.9% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 739 | 23.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 506 | 15.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 157 | 4.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 36 | 1.1% |
| Total | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Meadow Lakes
Median Income by Occupancy in Meadow Lakes
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,447 (76.5%) | $87,168 |
| Renter-Occupied | 750 (23.5%) | $56,029 |
| Average | 3,197 (100.0%) | $80,492 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Meadow Lakes
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 109 (4.4%) | 22 (2.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 37 (1.5%) | 10 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 45 (1.8%) | 51 (6.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 20 (0.8%) | 43 (5.7%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 83 (3.4%) | 39 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 169 (6.9%) | 102 (13.6%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 175 (7.1%) | 93 (12.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 368 (15.0%) | 94 (12.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 352 (14.4%) | 136 (18.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 496 (20.3%) | 127 (16.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 593 (24.2%) | 33 (4.4%) |
| Total | 2,447 (100.0%) | 750 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Meadow Lakes
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 243 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 202 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 439 (17.9%) | 51 (6.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 83 (3.4%) | 100 (13.3%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 152 (6.2%) | 273 (36.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 447 (18.3%) | 160 (21.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 321 (13.1%) | 68 (9.1%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 280 (11.4%) | 5 (0.7%) |
| $3,000 or more | 280 (11.4%) | 14 (1.9%) |
| Total | 2,447 (100.0%) | 750 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Meadow Lakes
Housing Structures in Meadow Lakes
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,838 | 88.8% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 | 0.0% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 104 | 3.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 124 | 3.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 41 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 18 | 0.6% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 72 | 2.2% |
| Total | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Meadow Lakes
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,365 (83.3%) | 473 (16.7%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 28 (26.9%) | 76 (73.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 30 (24.2%) | 94 (75.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 24 (33.3%) | 48 (66.7%) |
| Total | 2,447 (76.5%) | 750 (23.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Meadow Lakes
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 36 (1.5%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 389 (15.9%) | 184 (24.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,059 (43.3%) | 390 (52.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 546 (22.3%) | 92 (12.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 417 (17.0%) | 68 (9.1%) |
| Total | 2,447 (100.0%) | 750 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Meadow Lakes
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,694 (69.2%) | 559 (74.5%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 33 (1.3%) | 9 (1.2%) |
| Electricity | 61 (2.5%) | 48 (6.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 419 (17.1%) | 109 (14.5%) |
| Coal or Coke | 27 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 213 (8.7%) | 25 (3.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,447 (100.0%) | 750 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Meadow Lakes
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 23 (0.9%) | 25 (3.3%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 415 (17.0%) | 371 (49.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 929 (38.0%) | 171 (22.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,080 (44.1%) | 183 (24.4%) |
| Total | 2,447 (100.0%) | 750 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Meadow Lakes
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Meadow Lakes
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 952 | 1,495 |
| Median Property Value | $230,700 | $321,800 |
| Median Household Income | $59,125 | $504 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $513 | $280 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,898 | $68 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Meadow Lakes
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 96 (10.1%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 48 (5.0%) | 42 (2.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 502 (52.7%) | 619 (41.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 275 (28.9%) | 625 (41.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 18 (1.9%) | 180 (12.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 13 (1.4%) | 20 (1.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 952 (100.0%) | 1,495 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Meadow Lakes
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 77 (8.1%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 131 (13.8%) | 69 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 86 (9.0%) | 17 (1.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 138 (14.5%) | 83 (5.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 130 (13.7%) | 37 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 181 (19.0%) | 238 (15.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 120 (12.6%) | 171 (11.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 89 (9.3%) | 376 (25.2%) |
| Total | 952 (100.0%) | 1,495 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Meadow Lakes
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 219 (23.0%) | 113,346 (7,581.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 142 (14.9%) | 336 (22.5%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 126 (13.2%) | 417 (27.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 451 (47.4%) | 381 (25.5%) |
| Total | 952 (100.0%) | 1,495 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Meadow Lakes
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 198 (20.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 127 (13.3%) | 93 (6.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 470 (49.4%) | 95 (6.4%) |
| Total | 952 (100.0%) | 1,495 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Meadow Lakes
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meadow Lakes
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 440 (85.6%) | 74 (14.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,577 (85.4%) | 269 (14.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 598 (68.6%) | 274 (31.4%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 727 (75.6%) | 235 (24.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 943 (85.9%) | 155 (14.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 907 (86.1%) | 146 (13.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,069 (88.1%) | 145 (11.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 825 (97.6%) | 20 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 350 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,436 (84.9%) | 1,318 (15.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Meadow Lakes
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 440 (85.6%) | 74 (14.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,577 (85.4%) | 269 (14.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 598 (68.6%) | 274 (31.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Meadow Lakes
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 670 (77.4%) | 196 (22.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 921 (81.4%) | 210 (18.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 867 (75.3%) | 284 (24.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,325 (88.5%) | 172 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,647 (88.9%) | 456 (11.1%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Meadow Lakes
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 242 (47.1%) | 290 (56.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 620 (33.6%) | 1,020 (55.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 153 (17.5%) | 445 (51.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 260 (27.0%) | 555 (57.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 314 (28.6%) | 710 (64.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 278 (26.4%) | 711 (67.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 396 (32.6%) | 786 (64.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 802 (94.9%) | 489 (57.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 350 (100.0%) | 202 (57.7%) |
| Total | 3,415 (39.0%) | 5,208 (59.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Meadow Lakes
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 127 (12.0%) | 48 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 99 (10.2%) | 63 (6.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 343 (19.3%) | 246 (15.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 96 (23.3%) | 105 (24.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (48.0%) | 54 (43.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Meadow Lakes
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 106 (6.0%) | 60 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 44 (10.7%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 78 (34.7%) | 15 (12.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.9%) | 32 (3.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 35 (3.6%) | 27 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 53 (3.0%) | 39 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 16 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (8.0%) | 14 (11.2%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 117 (11.1%) | 16 (1.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (1.8%) | 36 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 72 (4.1%) | 47 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (2.4%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (10.2%) | 16 (12.8%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 195 (11.0%) | 146 (9.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (12.6%) | 77 (17.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 46 (20.4%) | 44 (35.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (0.7%) | 31 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (2.7%) | 22 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 40 (17.8%) | 22 (17.6%) |
Technology Access in Meadow Lakes
Computing Device Access in Meadow Lakes
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,522 | 78.9% |
| Smartphone | 2,969 | 92.9% |
| Tablet | 2,009 | 62.8% |
| No Computing Device | 92 | 2.9% |
| Total | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Meadow Lakes
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 12 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 2,227 | 69.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 511 | 16.0% |
| Satellite Internet | 72 | 2.2% |
| No Internet | 363 | 11.4% |
| Total | 3,197 | 100.0% |
Meadow Lakes Summary
Meadow Lakes is a census-designated place (CDP) located in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough of the U.S. state of Alaska. It is located approximately 40 miles northeast of Anchorage and is part of the Anchorage Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Meadow Lakes was 1,845.
History
Meadow Lakes was first settled in the early 1900s by homesteaders who were attracted to the area by its abundant natural resources. The area was originally known as "Meadow Creek" and was home to a small community of farmers and ranchers. In the 1950s, the area was developed as a recreational area and the name was changed to Meadow Lakes.
Geography
Meadow Lakes is located at 61°25'N 149°25'W (61.4167, -149.4167). It is situated in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, approximately 40 miles northeast of Anchorage. The CDP has a total area of 8.3 square miles, all of which is land.
Economy
Meadow Lakes is primarily a residential community, with most of its residents commuting to Anchorage for work. The area is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a gas station, and a few restaurants. The local economy is also supported by tourism, as the area is a popular destination for outdoor recreation.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 1,845 people, 690 households, and 517 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 222.2 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the CDP was 87.2% White, 0.7% African American, 4.2% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 4.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $63,958, and the median income for a family was $71,250. Males had a median income of $50,000 versus $37,500 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $27,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Meadow Lakes?
Total Population of Meadow Lakes is 8,773.
What is the Total Male Population of Meadow Lakes?
Total Male Population of Meadow Lakes is 4,612.
What is the Total Female Population of Meadow Lakes?
Total Female Population of Meadow Lakes is 4,161.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Meadow Lakes?
There are 110.84 Males per 100 Females in Meadow Lakes.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Meadow Lakes?
There are 90.22 Females per 100 Males in Meadow Lakes.
What is the Median Population Age in Meadow Lakes?
Median Population Age in Meadow Lakes is 36.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Meadow Lakes
Average Family Size in Meadow Lakes is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Meadow Lakes
Average Household Size in Meadow Lakes is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Meadow Lakes?
Per Capita income in Meadow Lakes is $34,963.
What is the Median Family Income in Meadow Lakes?
Median Family Income in Meadow Lakes is $94,092.
What is the Median Household income in Meadow Lakes?
Median Household Income in Meadow Lakes is $80,492.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Meadow Lakes?
Income or Wage Gap in Meadow Lakes is 39.1%.
Women in Meadow Lakes earn 60.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Meadow Lakes?
Family Income Deficit in Meadow Lakes is $10,598.
Families that are below poverty line in Meadow Lakes earn $10,598 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Meadow Lakes?
Inequality or Gini Index in Meadow Lakes is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Meadow Lakes?
There are 3,950 People in the Labor Forcein in Meadow Lakes.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Meadow Lakes?
58.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Meadow Lakes.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Meadow Lakes?
Unemployment Rate in Meadow Lakes is 5.7%.