Median Income
$57,944
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$194,500
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,665
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.4%
65% lower than US avg
How Meadow Oaks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,261
Median Age54.3 yrs
Density2,234/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,944
Per Capita$32,632
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$24,175M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$194,500
Rent$1,665
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp73°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation50 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Libraries10
Is Meadow Oaks a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Meadow Oaks receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Meadow Oaks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Meadow Oaks is $57,944, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Meadow Oaks is $194,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,665 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Meadow Oaks has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Meadow Oaks has a population of 3,261 with a density of 2,234 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 3.1% Black.
Population
54.3yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Meadow Oaks vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Meadow Oaks vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Meadow Oaks is $57,944, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Meadow Oaks vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,944 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,632 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,646 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 15,144 |
| County GDP | $24,175M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 894 |
| Healthcare | 1,576 |
| Retail | 1,600 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
The median home value in Meadow Oaks is $194,500, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,665 (43% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $194,500 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $188 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.4% |
| Price Drops | 41.4% |
| Inventory | 29 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,665 |
| 43% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,232 |
| 78% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.20% |
In Meadow Oaks, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Meadow Oaks vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.2% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,901/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,576 |
Crime Rates: Meadow Oaks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 98 |
Safety Score
Meadow Oaks has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 72.9°F |
| 35% above US avg |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.3 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 50 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,234/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3498°N, 82.5976°W |
| County FIPS | 12101 |