There are 10 assisted living facilities serving Brookings, South Dakota. This includes 2 facilities in Brookings and 8 nearby. The mean cost per day of assisted living in South Dakota is about $104, with costs ranging between $63 and $207 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to an average cost of $3,110, with costs ranging from about $1,900 up to $6,215. The mean annual cost is $37,320, which is less than the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Brookings, South Dakota
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
- Brookings scores lower than the South Dakota average of 68.
- Brookings scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Brookings Hospital).
- There are 4 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including United Living Community, The Neighborhoods at Brookview, and Stoneybrook Suites.
- There is a low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is a low number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 79.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 20 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a low property crime rate.
- The area has a low violent crime rate.
- The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (17% of residents).
- There are 10 golf courses in or around the city, including Edgebrook Golf Course, Brookings Country Club, and Meadowcreek Golf Course.
- There are 10 parks near the city center, including Pioneer Park, Medary Acres Greenhouse, and Sexauer Park & Campground.
- There are 18 churches in or near the city, including Catholic Church Pius Xii Newman Center, Southeastern Church of Christ, and United Church of Christ.
- There are 4 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 11 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 10 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 3.06% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.38% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 5.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- South Dakota has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $55,824, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $40,823, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $21,487, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $36,276 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $75,738 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $15,600 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $52,578 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 5.13%, which is low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
- 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Brookings receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
- Brookings has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has above average air quality.
- Brookings has a sparse population density of 157.7 people per square mile.
- Residents of Brookings have a very short daily commute time.
- Brookings has an average public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very low public school safety rating.
- This city has a very high graduation rate of 93.27%.
Brookings is a small city in Brookings County, South Dakota. With 24,530 people residing in the city itself and 314,519 in the encompassing statistical area, it is the fifth biggest city in the state. The senior community comprises approximately 17% of the overall population.
Brookings has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 68. The mean housing price in the city is $115,500, which is lower than the South Dakota average of $130,500. Brookings also has an average unemployment rate of approximately 5.13%. The city's mean household income is $41,000 ($21,000 on a per capita basis), compared to an average of $47,000 for the state of South Dakota.
Brookings has very harsh average temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers. The area gets optimal levels of rain each year. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Brookings has a low rate of crime and better than average air quality ratings.