Sign In Register

The Meadows, FL

Florida · Manatee County · North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota Metro

The Meadows is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,463. Residents earn $66,003 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,463 Population 2,295/sq mi density
$66,003 Median Income $72,981 per capita
$344,900 Home Value $408,978 Zillow
$1,625 Median Rent 34.6% income on rent
74°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
666 Violent Crime/100K 4,731 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,003 median income, 0.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$344,900 home value, $1,625/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
666 violent crimes/100K (75% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.8% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover The Meadows, FL

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $66,003
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $344,900
22% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 666/100K
75% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.8%
63% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,625
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

How The Meadows Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,463
Median Age71.4 yrs
Density2,295/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,003
Per Capita$72,981
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$26,348M
Commute23 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$344,900
Rent$1,625
Ownership74.9%
Zillow$408,978
Housing Units4,025
Rent Burden34.6%

Crime

F
Violent666/100K
Property4,731/100K

Health

Obesity29.4%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking10.6%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.8%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+21.1%
School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.4%
EV Stations101
Libraries7

Is The Meadows a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, The Meadows receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. The Meadows offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in The Meadows is $66,003, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in The Meadows is $344,900, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,625 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 666 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,731 per 100,000, 141% above the national average.

Education

The Meadows is a highly educated community / 54.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

The Meadows has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

The Meadows has a population of 5,463 with a density of 2,295 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 71.4 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (96.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.7% of residents, while 9.3% speak Spanish. 12.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,463
Total Population
2,295
People / sq mi
71.4yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

The Meadows vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish 9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

The Meadows vs U.S. Average

The median household income in The Meadows is $66,003, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $72,981 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,170, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,624 business establishments, including 773 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 32.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: The Meadows vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,003
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$72,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$106,916
Gini Index0.471 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,624
County GDP$26,348M

Business (County)

Restaurants773
Healthcare1,127
Retail1,394
Manufacturing303

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%

Walkability

The median home value in The Meadows is $344,900, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,978, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,625 (40% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,025 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $8,900 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,900
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$408,978
Median List Price$284,444

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$284,444
$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio94.1%
Price Drops40.6%
Inventory96

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,625
40% above US avg
Rent Burden34.6%

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

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units4,025
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,900
154% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In The Meadows, 29.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.3% report binge drinking. 18.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.1% report depression. 16.5% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,612. The dentist ratio is 1:1,696. 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: The Meadows vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.1%
Cancer8.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,612
Dentists1:1,696
Mental Health1:766
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death8,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access89.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,127
The Meadows has a violent crime rate of 666 per 100,000 residents, 75% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,731 per 100,000, 141% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 64 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, The Meadows receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: The Meadows vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent665.8/100K
75% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,731.4/100K
141% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
The Meadows has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density2,295/sq mi
Coordinates27.3629°N, 82.4745°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyManatee County County
Nearest AirportSarasota/Bradenton International (SRQ)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.1"
61% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0386 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.90 ppb

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability54.8 / 100
Community Resilience22.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

24 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 13 km
2024 Helene Category 4 221 km
2024 Debby Category 1 177 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 221 km
2022 Ian Category 5 78 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 216 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 111 km
2020 Eta Category 1 224 km
2017 Irma Category 4 59 km
2016 Matthew Category 3 265 km
2016 Hermine Category 1 292 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 287 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 180 km
2005 Katrina Category 2 248 km
2004 Charley Category 4 55 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 85 km
2004 Frances Category 2 129 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 149 km
1999 Irene Category 1 229 km
1998 Georges Category 2 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

760 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 26 fatalities, 1,036 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1966 EF4 70 km 11
Apr 15, 1958 EF4 37 km 0
Oct 3, 1992 EF3 57 km 3
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 32 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 20 km 0
May 4, 1978 EF3 66 km 3
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 24 km 0
Oct 11, 2023 EF2 79 km 0
Dec 16, 2020 EF2 62 km 0
Oct 18, 2019 EF2 81 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 32 km 2
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 14 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 98 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 55 km 0
Dec 7, 1996 EF2 55 km 1
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 57 km 0
Oct 3, 1992 EF2 66 km 1
Jul 12, 1992 EF2 79 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 99 km 0
Feb 8, 1986 EF2 86 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (16,145 ac, 1986).

Year Name Acres Distance
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 89 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 79 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 79 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 78 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 82 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 80 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 79 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 86 km
1993 UNNAMED 8,494 88 km
2008 UNNAMED 8,268 91 km
1992 UNNAMED 7,529 80 km
1999 UNNAMED 7,415 29 km
1999 UNNAMED 6,951 87 km
2004 UNNAMED 6,537 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,044 89 km
2008 UNNAMED 6,036 78 km
2006 UNNAMED 5,970 78 km
2006 UNNAMED 5,910 88 km
2004 UNNAMED 5,802 79 km
1993 UNNAMED 5,799 81 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in
March 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in
April 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.8 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in

The Meadows has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.8") and April the driest (1.5").

View full weather details →
The Meadows is located in Manatee County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 54.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 21.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.4% of the vote, a 23.5-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 101 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 1,127 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 59.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.8%
63% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+21.1%
School Test Score5.40
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,295/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyManatee County County

Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Avg Download Speed142.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations101
Alt Fuel Stations109
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,127
Restaurants773
Retail Stores1,394

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home32.8%
Average costs for common services in The Meadows. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$953
Toddler$801
Preschool$714
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$693
Toddler$671
Preschool$650
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Manatee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 22,676 1,480 $41,172 1.58
Health Care & Social Assistance 19,199 1,424 $65,136 0.93
Accommodation & Food Services 16,214 913 $30,963 1.24
Construction 12,992 1,904 $68,080 1.72
Manufacturing 9,119 560 $73,859 0.77
Administrative & Waste Services 7,857 1,184 $53,774 0.93
Professional & Technical Services 6,624 2,137 $93,964 0.66
Other Services 5,574 1,059 $45,906 1.29
Wholesale Trade 4,855 599 $86,593 0.86
Arts & Entertainment 4,334 242 $61,791 1.79
Transportation & Warehousing 3,997 303 $54,766 0.66
Educational Services 3,570 158 $52,153 1.20
Real Estate 3,439 964 $60,463 1.54
Finance & Insurance 3,295 700 $143,783 0.56
Management of Companies 2,593 132 $103,880 1.07
Information & Technology 1,594 318 $103,430 0.59
Utilities 292 31 $117,148 0.53
Unclassified 188 318 $67,437 0.94

Radio Stations near The Meadows

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
New Wave Radio new wave MP3 128 kbps
WHPT 102.5 The Bone dave mishkin, hot talk AAC+ 49 kbps
WJIS The JOY FM AAC+ 96 kbps
DOC Radio MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near The Meadows

18 national parks and monuments found near The Meadows.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
Caladesi Island State Park State Park Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Colt Creek State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Hillsborough River State Park State Park Free
Honeymoon Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Little Manatee River State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free
Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park State Park Free
Ybor City Museum State Park State Park Free

Museums in The Meadows

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SELBY GALLERYART MUSEUM9413597563$73,460,825
MARIE SELBY BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9413665731$4,259,270
SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM8137464132$4,209,199
SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM201 10TH ST W9417464131$4,209,199
JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM9413595700$1,939,130
SUNCOAST AQUATIC NATURE CENTER ASSOCIATESARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9414007333$1,306,594
RESURRECTION HOUSEART MUSEUM9413653759$916,668
BIG CAT HABITAT GULF COAST SANCTUARYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION7101 PALMER BLVD9413716377$669,879
GULF COAST HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION337 N TAMIAMI TRL9419665214$658,990
ART CENTER SARASOTAART MUSEUM9413652032$535,431
SARASOTA ARTS ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM9413652032$535,431
HERNANDEZ DSOTO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417471998$458,853
FLORIDA RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM12210 83RD STREET EAST9417760906$420,274
MANATEE COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417414075$107,181
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF SALTWATER HERITAGEHISTORY MUSEUM9417086121$103,302
SARASOTA MODEL RAILROAD CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM6730 15TH ST EAST UNIT A$64,231
CROWLEY MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTERNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM9413221000$56,121
VIDEO ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION9413657052$53,001
REFLECTIONS OF MANATEEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417462035$49,748
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SARASOTA COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1260 12TH STREET9413649076$47,690
SYRACUSE AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$230
BISHOP PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM201 10TH STREET WEST
CHRISTIAN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CORTEZ VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DE SOTO NATIONAL MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417920458
EXPLORE SOME MORE CHLD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9417531364
FAMILY HERITAGE HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417525319
FINE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9417525225
GAMBLE PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8137234536
GRAHAMS TURNER MUSEUM AND ART FUNDART MUSEUM
HISTOREUMGENERAL MUSEUM9417229990
HISTORIC AIRCRAFT SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM
HISTORIC SPANISH POINTHISTORIC PRESERVATION9419665214
HOLOCAUST EDUCATION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9413788837
MANATEE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1015 6TH STREET WEST9417212034
MANATEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417484501
MARIETTA MUSEUM OF ART & WHIMSYART MUSEUM9413643399
MOTE MARINE LABORATORY & AQUARIUMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION1600 KEN THOMPSON PARKWAY9413884441
MUSEUM OF ASIAN ARTGENERAL MUSEUM9419547117
OLD BRADEN RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417392281
PALMETTO HISTORICAL COMMISSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION515 10TH AVENUE WEST9417234991
PALMETTO HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION9417234991
PARKER MANATEE AQUARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM201 10TH STREET WEST
SARASOTA ALLIANCE FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9413889896
SARASOTA CAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9413556228
SELBY GALLERY RINGLING SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGNART MUSEUM9413597563
SERVICE LEAGUE OF THE SOUTH FLORIDA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM201 10TH ST W9417464131
TURNER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in The Meadows

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SARASOTA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES1660 RINGLING BLVD.0.01,932,557
MANATEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM1301 BARCARROTA BLVD., WEST0.0932,019

Farmers Markets in The Meadows

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bradenton Farmers' Market300 Old Main Street10/01/2016 to 05/27/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Central Sarasota Farmers Market4748 S Beneva Road01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Lakewood Ranch Farmers MarketLakewood Ranch on Main Street
Old Miakka Farmer's Market 1620 Myakka Rd (Old Miakka United Methodist Church)Visit
Palma Sola Farmers Market1401 99th St. NW01/01/2013 to 05/26/2013Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;YesVisit
Phillippi Farmhouse Market5500 South Tamiami Trail10/01/2012 to 04/30/2014Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Sarasota Downtown Farmers' Market01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes

Hotels in The Meadows

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Sarasota University Park
EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch
Fairfield Inn & Suites Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
Hampton Inn & Suites
Home2 Suites
Homewood Suites Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
Hyatt Place Sarasota / Lakewood Ranch

Restaurants in The Meadows

28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

131 MAIN Restaurant
Bar Italia
Blaze Pizza
Bonefish Grill
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Casa Maya Mexican Restaurant
CAVA
Chili's
Ed's Tavern
First Watch
Fitlife Foods
Ford's Garage Sarasota
Fresh Kitchen
GROVE - Restaurant - Patio - Ballroom
Hana Sushi Lounge
Linger Lodge
MacAllisters Grill & Tavern
Mademoiselle Paris
Owen's Fish Camp
Panera Bread
Pei Wei
Pinchers
Pizza Hut
Rincon Cubano
Ruth's Chris Steak House
The Lucky Pelican
Valentino
Yard House

Cafes in The Meadows

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Root and Seed - Coffee & Gluten Free Bakery
Starbucks
Starbucks

Cinemas in The Meadows

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakewood Ranch Cinema

Theatres in The Meadows

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ulla Searing Big Top

Monuments in The Meadows

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Founder's 50 Monument

Clinics in The Meadows

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #844864558

Dentists in The Meadows

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

O'Brien Smiles

Veterinaries in The Meadows

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Veterinary Surgery Center of Sarasota

Bus Stations in The Meadows

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #871796472

Gas Stations in The Meadows

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
BJ's Wholesale Club
Mobil
Wawa

Banks in The Meadows

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
Chase
PNC Bank
Regions Bank
SunTrust
Wells Fargo

Shopping Malls in The Meadows

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mall at University Town Center

Gyms in The Meadows

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Absolute Strength
Esporta Fitness
Lakewood Ranch Pilates
YogaSix Lakewood Ranch

Golf Courses in The Meadows

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Groves Golf Course
The Meadows Country Club

Breweries in The Meadows

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
As Good As It GetsOther Food & Drink, Shopping, Specialty & Gift Shops, More, Food & Drink, Gift & Specialty Shops, Br49 Palm Ave19413731839
Big Top BrewingBrewery and Distillery6111 Porter Way8005902448Visit
Darwin Brewing Co.Brewery803 17th Ave WVisit
Hurricane MikesBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Food & Entertainment, Bars & Clubs, Sarasota, FL, R2639 Mall DrVisit
Jdub's Brewing CompanyBrewery1215 Mango Ave19419552739, 9419552739Visit
ScalawagsSarasota, Cocktail Lounges, FL, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bar1112 Whitfield Ave9417567397Visit

Cell Towers in The Meadows

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
900 33RD STREET WEST (119571)GTOWER186
(South Venice Site) 2000 BORDER ROADTOWER180
2148 26TH AVE ETOWER152
(Sarasota South) 4748 BENEVA RDLTOWER94
8210 LINGER LODGE RD (7540)LTOWER75
26909 SR 70 (7536)LTOWER68
26909 SR 70 (7536)LTOWER68
8303 COOPER CREEK BLVD (122627)MTOWER66
12415 US HIGHWAY 301 NORTH (74493)MTOWER61
10350 Cortez Road (74495)MTOWER51
6500 Manatee Avenue (79223)MTOWER50
5910 Marina Drive (7541)MTOWER49
5204 S LOCKWOOD RIDGE RD (74516)MTOWER48
8437 ALABAMA STREET (7535)LTOWER43
4455 66th Street West (7534)MTOWER41
(Stephens Point) 463' E OF 25 COURT E & 360' S OF 81ST PLACE EMTOWER39
(Beneva) 581 School AvenueMTOWER39
5840 26TH Street West (15307)MTOWER38
(Cortez) 8500 W 44TH AVE .2 MI W OF 82ND STLTOWER37

Bridges in The Meadows

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197914270,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197914270,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197960070,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197955070,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197919070,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201727870,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201627870,000F
CulvertConcrete19923855,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197919014,000G
CulvertConcrete20133211,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20139611,000G
CulvertSteel199838350F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200080101G
SlabPrestressed concrete2002216100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201311030G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201310930G

Amtrak Stations in The Meadows

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Bradenton-Ellenton, FL8100 FL-64BUS
Sarasota, FL5600 Fruitville RoadBUS

Superfund Sites Near The Meadows

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ESTECH GENERAL CHEMICALS410 CORTEZ ROAD WESTMANATEE
FPL MANATEE PLANT19050 STATE ROAD 62MANATEE
TROPICANA MANUFACTURING CO INC1001 13TH AVE. E.MANATEE

Airports Near The Meadows

48 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
St. Petersburg Clearwater International AirportPIELarge Airport
Tampa International AirportTPALarge Airport
Lakeland Linder International AirportLALMedium Airport
MacDill Air Force BaseMCFMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airport Manatee AirportSmall Airport
Albert Whitted AirportSPGSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bald Eagle AirstripSmall Airport
Bartow Executive AirportBOWSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Clearwater Air ParkCLWSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Duette Training Facility AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gyro Town Usa STOLportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport
Market World AirportSmall Airport
Mc Donald's FieldSmall Airport
Midway Lake AirportSmall Airport
Ott's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Paradise FieldSmall Airport
Peter O Knight AirportTPFSmall Airport
Pine Island AirportSmall Airport
Pine Shadows AirparkSmall Airport
Plant City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Schwartz Farms Inc AirportSmall Airport
Shell Creek AirparkSmall Airport
South Lakeland AirportSmall Airport
Stanchester AirportSmall Airport
Strayhorn Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Tampa Executive AirportSmall Airport
Thomson AirfieldSmall Airport
Venice Municipal AirportVNCSmall Airport
Wauchula Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wimauma Air ParkSmall Airport
Winter Haven Regional Airport - Gilbert FieldGIFSmall Airport

Police Stations in The Meadows

25 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bradenton Beach Police Department403 Highland Avenue
Bradenton Police Department100 10th Street West
Florida Highway Patrol Station
Holmes Beach Police Department
Longboat Key Police Department
Manatee County Sheriff's Office
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 1
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 2
Manatee County Sheriff's Office District 3
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Mounted
Manatee County Sheriff's Office Operation Center600 301 Boulevard West
New College of Florida Police Department
Palmetto Police Department
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Sarasota County Sheriff's Office Warrants and North County Jail
Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority Police Department
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Community Policing Station
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Substation
Sarasota Police Department Victims Services Center
Sarasota School Police Department

Grocery Stores in The Meadows

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BJ's WHOLESALE CLUB 128Super Store8085 Cooper Creek Blvd
Chamberlins 11Supermarket6574 University Pkwy
CVS Pharmacy 5229Other5403 University Pkwy
Dollar Tree 211Other5435 University Pkwy
MulticookGrocery Store6301 Center Ring Rd
PUBLIX 0709Supermarket8330 Market St
TARGET STORE T-2034Super Store101 N Cattlemen Rd
The Fresh Market 103Supermarket5251 University Pkwy
TRADER JOE'S LAKEWOOD RANCH 780Supermarket8111 Cooper Creek Blvd
Walgreens 6135Other8315 Market St
Wawa 5224Convenience Store5208 University Parkway
Whole Foods Market 10642Super Store5350 University Parkway

Treatment Centers in The Meadows

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CenterstoneBoth941-782-4800 x4203
Centerstone Behavioral Hospital and - Addiction CenterSubstance Abuse941-782-4150
Centerstone of Florida - Sawyer RoadSubstance Abuse941-782-4150
Clean Recovery CentersBoth813-669-7010
Florida Center for Early ChildhoodMental Health941-371-8820
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
Operation PAR Inc - Medication Assisted Patient ServicesSubstance Abuse888-727-6398
Operation PAR Inc - Medication Assisted Patient ServicesSubstance Abuse888-727-6398
Palm Shores Behavioral Health CenterMental Health941-792-2222
Prodigal Daughters Journey HomeBoth941-351-0652
Suncoast Behavioral Health CenterBoth941-251-5000
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - SarasotaSubstance Abuse941-960-7405

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for The Meadows.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About The Meadows

What is the population of The Meadows?

The Meadows has a population of 5,463 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 2,295 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 71.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is The Meadows expensive to live in?

The Meadows has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $66,003, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $344,900 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,625 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is The Meadows safe?

Public safety is a concern in The Meadows, with a violent crime rate of 666 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,731 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, The Meadows receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in The Meadows?

The Meadows has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in The Meadows?

The job market in The Meadows is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,170. There are 14,624 business establishments in the area, including 773 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 32.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in The Meadows?

The median home value in The Meadows is $344,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,978. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,625. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.9%. The average annual property tax is $8,900.

How are the schools in The Meadows?

Schools in The Meadows score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.8% of adults in The Meadows hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. 21.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is The Meadows?

The obesity rate in The Meadows is 29.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 18.1% are physically inactive. 21.1% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 89.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,612.

What is transportation like in The Meadows?

The average commute in The Meadows is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 59.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 32.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of The Meadows?

The racial and ethnic makeup of The Meadows is 96.3% White. 90.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.3% speak Spanish. 12.4% of the population are military veterans. 27.2% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare The Meadows with another city: