There are 19 assisted living facilities serving Bennington, Vermont. This includes 4 facilities in Bennington and 15 nearby. Assisted living costs in Vermont range from around $54 to $216 daily, with a median cost running approximately $136. The per month cost averages around $4,075 and ranges between $1,620 and $6,475. Annually, the average cost is around $48,900, which is over the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Bennington, Vermont
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- Bennington scores significantly lower than the Vermont average of 72.
- Bennington scores significantly lower than the national average of 72.
- There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and North Adams Regional Hospital).
- There are 13 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Crescent Manor Rehabilitation, Vermont Veterans' Home, and Washington Elms.
- There is a low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 56 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has an average property crime rate.
- The area has a low violent crime rate.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
- There are 29 golf courses in or around the city, including Mt Anthony Country Club, Stamford Valley Golf Course, and Haystack Golf Club.
- There are 3 parks near the city center, including Woodford State Park, Natural Bridge State Park, and Western Gateway Heritage State Park.
- There are 20 churches in or near the city, including Sacred Heart St Francis Church, Church of Christ, and Second Cong Church.
- There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 18 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 3 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 15 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 5.30% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.60% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 6.50%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Vermont has an average state income tax of 3.03%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $55,722, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $40,157, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $23,344, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $47,340 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $104,025 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $32,032 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $48,048 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 8.15%, which is average compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Bennington receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
- Bennington has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has above average air quality.
- Bennington has a sparse population density of 159.5 people per square mile.
- Residents of Bennington have a very short daily commute time.
- Bennington has a very high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very high public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 85.87%.
Bennington is a small city in Bennington County, Vermont. With 337,567 people in the encompassing metro area and 14,851 residing within the city limits, it is the 8th largest city in Vermont. Approximately 32% of the local populace are over 55.
Bennington has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 63. The city's mean household income is $40,000 ($23,000 per person), compared to an average of $53,000 for the entire state of Vermont. The mean housing price in Bennington is $243,000, which is relatively lower than the Vermont average of $310,500. The city has a moderate unemployment rate of around 8.15%.
Bennington has harsh average temperatures, with bitterly cold winters and mildly warm summers. The area receives very large amounts of rain each year. In comparison to other cities in the US, Bennington has good air quality ratings and a low crime rate.