Desoto Lakes, FL

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Desoto Lakes Overview

1,738
TOTAL POPULATION
825
MALE POPULATION
913
FEMALE POPULATION
90.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.67
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,980
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,710
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,920
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.31
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,050
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Desoto Lakes

The most populous races in Desoto Lakes are White / Caucasian (1,451 | 83.5%), Hispanic or Latino (361 | 20.8%), and Two or more Races (228 | 13.1%).
Race in Desoto Lakes
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American593.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino36120.8%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,45183.5%
Two or more Races22813.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,738100.0%

Ancestry in Desoto Lakes

The most populous ancestries reported in Desoto Lakes are German (281 | 16.2%), American (267 | 15.4%), Cuban (181 | 10.4%), Irish (144 | 8.3%), and English (108 | 6.2%), together accounting for 56.4% of all Desoto Lakes residents.
Ancestry in Desoto Lakes
Ancestry# Population% Population
American26715.4%
Austrian50.3%
Belgian311.8%
Brazilian482.8%
British181.0%
Cuban18110.4%
Dutch764.4%
Ecuadorian412.4%
English1086.2%
European90.5%
French251.4%
German28116.2%
Greek442.5%
Hungarian342.0%
Irish1448.3%
Italian331.9%
Mexican824.7%
Northern European160.9%
Norwegian181.0%
Polish311.8%
Puerto Rican573.3%
Romanian221.3%
Scotch-Irish110.6%
Scottish70.4%
South American412.4%
Swedish291.7%
Welsh150.9%
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Immigrants in Desoto Lakes

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Desoto Lakes came from Latin America (191 | 11.0%), Caribbean (104 | 6.0%), Cuba (104 | 6.0%), Europe (101 | 5.8%), and England (79 | 4.5%), together accounting for 33.3% of all Desoto Lakes residents.
Immigrants in Desoto Lakes
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Brazil271.5%
Canada442.5%
Caribbean1046.0%
Central America191.1%
Cuba1046.0%
Eastern Europe221.3%
Ecuador412.4%
England794.5%
Europe1015.8%
Latin America19111.0%
Mexico191.1%
Northern Europe794.5%
Romania221.3%
South America683.9%
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Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes

Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes

The most populous age groups in Desoto Lakes are 50 to 54 Years (163 | 19.8%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (132 | 14.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (1.5%)95 (10.4%)
5 to 9 Years8 (1.0%)40 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years43 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years28 (3.4%)82 (9.0%)
20 to 24 Years17 (2.1%)20 (2.2%)
25 to 29 Years66 (8.0%)26 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years87 (10.5%)123 (13.5%)
35 to 39 Years18 (2.2%)91 (10.0%)
40 to 44 Years52 (6.3%)106 (11.6%)
45 to 49 Years53 (6.4%)16 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years163 (19.8%)14 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years22 (2.7%)132 (14.5%)
60 to 64 Years15 (1.8%)10 (1.1%)
65 to 69 Years124 (15.0%)58 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years76 (9.2%)30 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years30 (3.6%)22 (2.4%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over11 (1.3%)48 (5.3%)
Total825 (100.0%)913 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Desoto Lakes

Median Family Size in Desoto Lakes

The median family size in Desoto Lakes is 2.73 persons per family, with single female/mother families (131 | 25.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (49 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.49 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Desoto Lakes
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple336 (65.1%)2.61
Single Male/Father49 (9.5%)2.49
Single Female/Mother131 (25.4%)3.14
Total Families516 (100.0%)2.73

Median Household Size in Desoto Lakes

The median household size in Desoto Lakes is 2.47 persons per household, with single female/mother households (131 | 18.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (188 | 26.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.64 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Desoto Lakes
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple336 (47.7%)2.61
Single Male/Father49 (7.0%)2.49
Single Female/Mother131 (18.6%)3.28
Non-family188 (26.7%)1.64
Total Households704 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes

Out of a total of 704 households in Desoto Lakes, 516 (73.3%) are family households, while 188 (26.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 291, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 106.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-106 (15.1%)
2-Person Households291 (41.3%)62 (8.8%)
3-Person Households138 (19.6%)20 (2.8%)
4-Person Households46 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households41 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total516 (73.3%)188 (26.7%)

Female Fertility in Desoto Lakes

Fertility by Age in Desoto Lakes

Female Fertility by Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Desoto Lakes

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Desoto Lakes
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Desoto Lakes
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Desoto Lakes

Income Overview in Desoto Lakes

Per Capita Income in Desoto Lakes is $35,980, while median incomes of families and households are $83,710 and $71,920 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,738$35,980
Median Family Income516$83,710
Mean Family Income516$91,627
Median Household Income704$71,920
Mean Household Income704$86,258
Income Deficit516$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,73826.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,73873.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,7380.31

Earnings by Sex in Desoto Lakes

Average Earnings in Desoto Lakes are $40,406, $31,473 for men and $42,930 for women, a difference of 26.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Desoto Lakes
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male539 (48.7%)$31,473
Female568 (51.3%)$42,930
Total1,107 (100.0%)$40,406

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Desoto Lakes

The most common earnings brackets in Desoto Lakes are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (74 | 13.7%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (124 | 21.8%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Desoto Lakes
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99917 (3.2%)43 (7.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4997 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)17 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49962 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99918 (3.3%)34 (6.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49933 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99947 (8.7%)11 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)18 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9991 (0.2%)27 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (3.7%)33 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99928 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99929 (5.4%)54 (9.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99924 (4.4%)124 (21.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)23 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)17 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99945 (8.4%)91 (16.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99974 (13.7%)15 (2.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (2.8%)16 (2.8%)
$100,000+71 (13.2%)45 (7.9%)
Total539 (100.0%)568 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes

Average earnings in Desoto Lakes are $35,647 for men and $43,427 for women, a difference of 17.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,625, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,481. Women with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,821, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $41,719.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$35,481$41,719
College or Associate's Degree$65,625$55,821
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$35,647$43,427

Family Income in Desoto Lakes

Family Income Brackets in Desoto Lakes

According to the Desoto Lakes family income data, there are 117 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Desoto Lakes
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00081.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999112.1%
$25,000 to $34,999163.1%
$35,000 to $49,9998316.1%
$50,000 to $74,99911121.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911722.7%
$100,000 to $149,9997314.1%
$150,000 to $199,9999718.8%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Desoto Lakes

3-person families (125 | 24.2%) account for the highest median family income in Desoto Lakes with $114,250 per family, while 3-person families (125 | 24.2%) have the highest median income of $38,083 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Desoto Lakes
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families304 (58.9%)$71,510
3-Person Families125 (24.2%)$114,250
4-Person Families46 (8.9%)$83,000
5-Person Families41 (8.0%)$96,157
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total516 (100.0%)$83,710

Family Income by Number of Earners in Desoto Lakes

The median family income in Desoto Lakes is $83,710, with families comprising 3+ earners (52) having the highest median family income of $95,648, while families with no earners (38) have the lowest median family income of $28,750, accounting for 10.1% and 7.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Desoto Lakes
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners38 (7.4%)$28,750
1 Earner168 (32.6%)$71,833
2 Earners258 (50.0%)$85,000
3+ Earners52 (10.1%)$95,648
Total516 (100.0%)$83,710

Household Income in Desoto Lakes

Household Income Brackets in Desoto Lakes

With 214 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Desoto Lakes, accounting for 30.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Desoto Lakes
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00081.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999608.5%
$25,000 to $34,999162.3%
$35,000 to $49,9998311.8%
$50,000 to $74,99921430.4%
$75,000 to $99,99913318.9%
$100,000 to $149,9997310.4%
$150,000 to $199,99910815.3%
$200,000+91.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Desoto Lakes

The median household income in Desoto Lakes is $71,920, with the highest median household income of $96,944 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 232 households (33.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Desoto Lakes
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years232 (33.0%)$96,944
45 to 64 Years257 (36.5%)$70,417
65+ Years215 (30.5%)$58,668
Total704 (100.0%)$71,920

Poverty in Desoto Lakes

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes

With 6.7% poverty level for males and 8.1% for females among the residents of Desoto Lakes, 65 to 74 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 46 males (23.0%) and 9 females (90.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (17.6%)9 (39.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)9 (25.7%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (90.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)47 (23.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years46 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (6.7%)74 (8.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes

According to the poverty statistics in Desoto Lakes, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12 (100.0%)95 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years42 (82.4%)14 (60.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)26 (74.3%)
16 and 17 Years7 (100.0%)1 (10.0%)
18 to 24 Years38 (100.0%)57 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years153 (100.0%)149 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years70 (100.0%)150 (76.1%)
45 to 54 Years216 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years37 (100.0%)142 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years154 (77.0%)88 (100.0%)
75 Years and over41 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)
Total770 (93.3%)839 (91.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Desoto Lakes

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Desoto Lakes
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children202 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total336 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Desoto Lakes

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Desoto Lakes
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (6.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Desoto Lakes

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Desoto Lakes
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (4.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Desoto Lakes

Employment by Class of Employer in Desoto Lakes

Among the 968 employed individuals in Desoto Lakes, private company employees (756 | 78.1%), self-employed (not incorporated) (108 | 11.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (77 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Desoto Lakes
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees75678.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)90.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)10811.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations778.0%
Local Government Employees50.5%
State Government Employees131.3%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total968100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Desoto Lakes

According to the labor force statistics for Desoto Lakes, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,505), 69.8% or 1,050 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 23 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 210 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.4% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years38 (50.7%)7 (18.4%)
20 to 24 Years21 (56.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years80 (87.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years235 (88.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years180 (73.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years89 (30.9%)16 (18.0%)
75 Years and over18 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,050 (69.8%)23 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School43 (69.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma454 (97.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree280 (89.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher107 (70.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total884 (88.9%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Desoto Lakes are Community & Social Service (89 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (71 | 6.9%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (60 | 5.8%), Health Technologists (52 | 5.1%), and Management (37 | 3.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Desoto Lakes

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Desoto Lakes, the most male-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (52.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (73.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12 (32.4%)25 (67.6%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 47 (52.8%)42 (47.2%)
Education, Arts & Media14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment18 (30.0%)42 (70.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating19 (26.8%)52 (73.2%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Total (Category)78 (37.1%)132 (62.9%)
Total (Overall)474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Desoto Lakes are Healthcare Support (116 | 11.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (78 | 7.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (67 | 6.5%), Personal Care & Service (28 | 2.7%), and Security & Protection (11 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Desoto Lakes

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Desoto Lakes, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (67.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)116 (100.0%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving22 (32.8%)45 (67.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance39 (50.0%)39 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total (Category)72 (24.0%)228 (76.0%)
Total (Overall)474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Desoto Lakes are Sales & Related (155 | 15.1%), and Office & Administration (98 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Desoto Lakes

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related31 (20.0%)124 (80.0%)
Office & Administration29 (29.6%)69 (70.4%)
Total (Category)60 (23.7%)193 (76.3%)
Total (Overall)474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Desoto Lakes are Construction & Extraction (101 | 9.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (82 | 8.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Desoto Lakes

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Desoto Lakes are Transportation (59 | 5.7%), Production (15 | 1.5%), and Material Moving (7 | 0.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Desoto Lakes

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Desoto Lakes
OccupationMaleFemale
Production15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Desoto Lakes

Employment Industries in Desoto Lakes

The major employment industries in Desoto Lakes include Health Care & Social Assistance (222 | 21.6%), Retail Trade (184 | 17.9%), Construction (147 | 14.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (86 | 8.4%), and Information (62 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries in Desoto Lakes

Employment Industries by Sex in Desoto Lakes

The Desoto Lakes industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Desoto Lakes
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction105 (71.4%)42 (28.6%)
Manufacturing34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade69 (37.5%)115 (62.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support26 (51.0%)25 (49.0%)
Educational Services15 (53.6%)13 (46.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance15 (6.8%)207 (93.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services31 (36.0%)55 (63.9%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total474 (46.2%)553 (53.8%)

Education in Desoto Lakes

School Enrollment in Desoto Lakes

The most common levels of schooling among the 300 students in Desoto Lakes are college / undergraduate (82 | 27.3%), high school (76 | 25.3%), and nursery / preschool (68 | 22.7%).
School Enrollment in Desoto Lakes
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6822.7%
Kindergarten82.7%
Elementary School237.7%
Middle School4314.3%
High School7625.3%
College / Undergraduate8227.3%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total300100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Desoto Lakes

Out of a total of 300 students who are enrolled in schools in Desoto Lakes, 107 (35.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 193 (64.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 16 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 51 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old23 (47.9%)25 (52.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds31 (72.1%)12 (27.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds33 (82.5%)7 (17.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
35 Years and over12 (27.9%)31 (72.1%)
Total193 (64.3%)107 (35.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Desoto Lakes

Science & technology (58 | 20.6%), business (38 | 13.5%), multidisciplinary studies (33 | 11.7%), literature & languages (33 | 11.7%), and computers & mathematics (27 | 9.6%) are the most common fields of study among 281 individuals in Desoto Lakes who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Desoto Lakes
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics279.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering113.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies3311.7%
Science & Technology5820.6%
Business3813.5%
Education00.0%
Literature & Languages3311.7%
Liberal Arts & History258.9%
Visual & Performing Arts176.0%
Communications238.2%
Arts & Humanities165.7%
Total281100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Desoto Lakes

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Desoto Lakes

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Desoto Lakes are males with 2 vehicles (188, accounting for 45.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (289, making up 34.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Desoto Lakes
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)18 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle74 (17.8%)98 (17.7%)
2 Vehicles188 (45.3%)289 (52.3%)
3 Vehicles106 (25.5%)133 (24.0%)
4 Vehicles4 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles43 (10.4%)15 (2.7%)
Total415 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Desoto Lakes

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Desoto Lakes are 30 to 34 minutes (355 commuters, 36.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (256 commuters, 26.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (160 commuters, 16.5%).
Commute Time in Desoto Lakes
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes323.3%
10 to 14 Minutes101.0%
15 to 19 Minutes16016.5%
20 to 24 Minutes25626.5%
25 to 29 Minutes737.5%
30 to 34 Minutes35536.7%
35 to 39 Minutes111.1%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes535.5%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes181.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Desoto Lakes

The most common commute times in Desoto Lakes are 30 to 34 minutes (209 commuters, 50.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (207 commuters, 37.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Desoto Lakes
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes14 (3.4%)18 (3.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (1.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes85 (20.5%)75 (13.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes49 (11.8%)207 (37.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes40 (9.6%)33 (6.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes209 (50.4%)146 (26.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (2.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)53 (9.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes18 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Desoto Lakes

The most frequent times of departure to work in Desoto Lakes are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (110, 26.5%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (141, 25.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Desoto Lakes
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1 (0.2%)34 (6.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)32 (5.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM45 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM19 (4.6%)11 (2.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM11 (2.6%)141 (25.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM34 (8.2%)80 (14.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM110 (26.5%)60 (10.8%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM61 (14.7%)114 (20.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM85 (20.5%)45 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM24 (5.8%)26 (4.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (4.3%)10 (1.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total415 (100.0%)553 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Ownership in Desoto Lakes

Of the total 704 dwellings in Desoto Lakes, owner-occupied units account for 514 (73.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 190 (27.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Desoto Lakes
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units51473.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units19027.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units704100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Household Size in Desoto Lakes
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10615.1%
2-Person Household35350.1%
3-Person Household15822.4%
4+ Person Household8712.4%
Total Housing Units704100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Desoto Lakes
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household62 (58.5%)44 (41.5%)
2-Person Household285 (80.7%)68 (19.3%)
3-Person Household139 (88.0%)19 (12.0%)
4+ Person Household28 (32.2%)59 (67.8%)
Total Housing Units514 (73.0%)190 (27.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Desoto Lakes
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma109 (43.8%)140 (56.2%)
College/Associate Degree221 (92.1%)19 (7.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher119 (79.3%)31 (20.7%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Desoto Lakes
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years17424.7%
35 to 44 Years588.2%
45 to 54 Years17224.4%
55 to 64 Years8512.1%
65 to 74 Years14520.6%
75 to 84 Years415.8%
85 Years and Over294.1%
Total704100.0%

Housing Finances in Desoto Lakes

Median Income by Occupancy in Desoto Lakes

Median Income by Occupancy in Desoto Lakes
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied514 (73.0%)$76,094
Renter-Occupied190 (27.0%)$70,305
Average704 (100.0%)$71,920

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Desoto Lakes

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Desoto Lakes
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)8 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99919 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99941 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99945 (8.7%)38 (20.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999129 (25.1%)85 (44.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99975 (14.6%)58 (30.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99973 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more116 (22.6%)1 (0.5%)
Total514 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Desoto Lakes

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Desoto Lakes
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49965 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799103 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99972 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499219 (42.6%)76 (40.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99950 (9.7%)72 (37.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)27 (14.2%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total514 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Desoto Lakes

Housing Structures in Desoto Lakes

Housing Structures in Desoto Lakes
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached60986.5%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments9513.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total704100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Desoto Lakes

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Desoto Lakes
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached514 (84.4%)95 (15.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)95 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total514 (73.0%)190 (27.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Desoto Lakes

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Desoto Lakes
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms12 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms212 (41.2%)189 (99.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms183 (35.6%)1 (0.5%)
8 or more Rooms107 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total514 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Desoto Lakes

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Desoto Lakes
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity498 (96.9%)190 (100.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used16 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total514 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Desoto Lakes

Household Vehicle Usage in Desoto Lakes
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle18 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle94 (18.3%)98 (51.6%)
2 Vehicles276 (53.7%)64 (33.7%)
3 or more Vehicles126 (24.5%)28 (14.7%)
Total514 (100.0%)190 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Desoto Lakes

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Desoto Lakes

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units105409
Median Property Value$282,800$316,800
Median Household Income$58,125$116
Monthly Housing Costs$411$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,380$23

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99980 (76.2%)179 (43.8%)
$300,000 to $499,99925 (23.8%)219 (53.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)11 (2.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)409 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)9 (2.2%)
$10,000 to $24,99911 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (15.2%)49 (12.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99922 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99927 (25.7%)23 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99914 (13.3%)102 (24.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99915 (14.3%)61 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)58 (14.2%)
Total105 (100.0%)409 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Desoto Lakes

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Desoto Lakes
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x0 (0.0%)84,766 (20,725.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x15 (14.3%)67 (16.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x14 (13.3%)131 (32.0%)
4.0x or more76 (72.4%)50 (12.2%)
Total105 (100.0%)409 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Desoto Lakes
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49969 (65.7%)73 (17.8%)
$800 to $1,49936 (34.3%)169 (41.3%)
Total105 (100.0%)409 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Desoto Lakes

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto Lakes

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years149 (84.7%)27 (15.3%)
19 to 25 Years7 (15.6%)38 (84.4%)
26 to 34 Years260 (86.1%)42 (13.9%)
35 to 44 Years194 (72.7%)73 (27.3%)
45 to 54 Years188 (76.4%)58 (23.6%)
55 to 64 Years127 (71.0%)52 (29.0%)
65 to 74 Years288 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,448 (83.3%)290 (16.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Desoto Lakes

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Desoto Lakes
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen149 (84.7%)27 (15.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen7 (15.6%)38 (84.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Desoto Lakes

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Desoto Lakes
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000106 (92.2%)9 (7.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999190 (74.5%)65 (25.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999368 (85.6%)62 (14.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999333 (80.2%)82 (19.8%)
$100,000 and over451 (86.2%)72 (13.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto Lakes

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 617 (13.7%)124 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years72 (40.9%)86 (48.9%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)7 (15.6%)
25 to 34 Years55 (18.2%)229 (75.8%)
35 to 44 Years42 (15.7%)152 (56.9%)
45 to 54 Years45 (18.3%)143 (58.1%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)127 (71.0%)
65 to 74 Years242 (84.0%)171 (59.4%)
75 Years and over111 (100.0%)19 (17.1%)
Total584 (33.6%)1,058 (60.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Desoto Lakes

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Desoto Lakes
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (13.8%)9 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years39 (20.4%)17 (8.3%)
35 to 64 Years26 (8.1%)19 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years113 (56.5%)18 (20.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)48 (68.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Desoto Lakes

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Desoto Lakes: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (4.3%)19 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years14 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (27.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Desoto Lakes: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)19 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years46 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (27.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Desoto Lakes: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years8 (13.8%)9 (10.6%)
18 to 34 Years39 (20.4%)17 (8.3%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)19 (5.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)37 (52.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Desoto Lakes: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years26 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years99 (49.5%)18 (20.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)48 (68.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Desoto Lakes: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (27.1%)

Technology Access in Desoto Lakes

Computing Device Access in Desoto Lakes

Computing Device Access in Desoto Lakes
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop59985.1%
Smartphone64691.8%
Tablet42860.8%
No Computing Device182.6%
Total704100.0%

Internet Access in Desoto Lakes

Internet Access in Desoto Lakes
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home57882.1%
Cellular Data Only8011.4%
Satellite Internet131.8%
No Internet334.7%
Total704100.0%

Desoto Lakes Summary

DeSoto Lakes is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Manatee County, Florida, United States. The population was 2,845 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bradenton–Sarasota–Venice Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

DeSoto Lakes was first settled in the late 19th century by settlers from the nearby town of DeSoto. The area was originally known as DeSoto Lakes, but the name was changed to DeSoto Lakes in the early 20th century. The area was primarily used for farming and ranching until the 1950s, when the population began to grow. The area was officially incorporated as a CDP in 1980.

Geography

DeSoto Lakes is located at 27°30'25" North, 82°30'45" West (27.506944, -82.5125). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), of which 4.1 square miles (10.6 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (2.37%) is water.

Economy

DeSoto Lakes is primarily a residential community, with most of its residents employed in the nearby cities of Bradenton and Sarasota. The area is also home to several small businesses, including a grocery store, a gas station, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,845 people, 1,093 households, and 817 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 690.3 people per square mile (266.7/km2). There were 1,179 housing units at an average density of 285.2/sq mi (110.2/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 94.45% White, 1.90% African American, 0.21% Native American, 1.90% Asian, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 0.53% from other races, and 1.37% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.45% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.7% were non-families. 21.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.02.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $51,964. Males had a median income of $35,938 versus $26,250 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $20,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Desoto Lakes?
Total Population of Desoto Lakes is 1,738.
What is the Total Male Population of Desoto Lakes?
Total Male Population of Desoto Lakes is 825.
What is the Total Female Population of Desoto Lakes?
Total Female Population of Desoto Lakes is 913.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Desoto Lakes?
There are 90.36 Males per 100 Females in Desoto Lakes.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Desoto Lakes?
There are 110.67 Females per 100 Males in Desoto Lakes.
What is the Median Population Age in Desoto Lakes?
Median Population Age in Desoto Lakes is 44.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Desoto Lakes
Average Family Size in Desoto Lakes is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Desoto Lakes
Average Household Size in Desoto Lakes is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Desoto Lakes?
Per Capita income in Desoto Lakes is $35,980.
What is the Median Family Income in Desoto Lakes?
Median Family Income in Desoto Lakes is $83,710.
What is the Median Household income in Desoto Lakes?
Median Household Income in Desoto Lakes is $71,920.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Desoto Lakes?
Income or Wage Gap in Desoto Lakes is 26.7%.
Women in Desoto Lakes earn 73.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Desoto Lakes?
Inequality or Gini Index in Desoto Lakes is 0.31.
How Large is the Labor Force in Desoto Lakes?
There are 1,050 People in the Labor Forcein in Desoto Lakes.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Desoto Lakes?
69.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Desoto Lakes.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Desoto Lakes?
Unemployment Rate in Desoto Lakes is 2.2%.