What is the average RN salary in Meadow Lakes?

Average RN salary data for Meadow Lakes is not provided in the city metrics, so a specific Meadow Lakes figure is unavailable; instead note the city population is 8,367 and there are zero hospitals locally, which often correlates with nurses working in nearby Mat-Su Borough facilities or via telehealth. One specific data point: Meadow Lakes population 8,367.

How many hospitals are in Meadow Lakes?

There are 0 hospitals in Meadow Lakes. The city metrics list zero hospitals, so nurses in Meadow Lakes commonly access care at Mat-Su Borough hospitals such as Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Palmer (nearest major hospital) or smaller clinics; Meadow Lakes itself reports 0 facilities within city limits and population 8,367.

What is the cost of living in Meadow Lakes?

Meadow Lakes has a cost of living index of 126.3, which is 26.3 points above the U.S. average of 100. Specifically, Meadow Lakes reports 126.3 on the COL index and higher housing costs should be expected compared with the national baseline of 100.

Is Meadow Lakes a good place for nurses?

Meadow Lakes can be challenging for nurses seeking hospital work because it has 0 hospitals and a population of 8,367, but offers about 268 sunny days per year and rural lifestyle. With a COL index of 126.3 and no in-town hospitals, many nurses commute to Mat-Su Borough facilities or use telehealth roles.

Can nurses use a multistate compact license to work in Meadow Lakes?

Yes — Alaska is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, so multistate license holders have privilege to practice in Alaska under NLC terms. Meadow Lakes nurses holding an NLC multistate license can practice there, but must verify Alaska-specific licensing rules and the city population of 8,367 may affect employer requirements.

Nursing in Meadow Lakes, AK

Practical guide to nursing in Meadow Lakes, AK — salaries, cost of living, hospitals, climate, and what nurses actually earn after local taxes and rent.