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Assisted Living in Algona, Iowa

There are 13 assisted living facilities serving Algona, Iowa. This includes 4 facilities in Algona and 9 nearby. The costs per day of assisted living in Iowa range from $31 up to $287, with a mean expenditure running approximately $114. The per month expense averages roughly $3,418 and ranges between $930 and $8,620. Yearly, the median cost is about $41,016, which is below the national average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Algona, Iowa



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.

73

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Algona scores lower than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Algona scores higher than the national average of 72.
56

Health & Safety

  • There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Kossuth Regional Health Center).
  • There are 6 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Windsor Manor - Algona, Algona Manor Care Center, and Good Samaritan Society - Algona.
  • 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 8 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very high percentage of seniors in the population (37% of residents).
  • There are 17 golf courses in or around the city, including River Road Golf Club, Algona Country Club, and Whittemore Golf Club.
  • There are 5 parks near the city center, including Hurlburt Wildlife Area, Smith Lake Campground, and Lake Smith Park.
  • There are 4 churches in or near the city, including Faith Assembly of God Church, Algona Evangelical Free Church, and First Lutheran Church.
  • There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
  • There are 5 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 5 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.70% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.05% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.00%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Iowa has an average state income tax of 4.60%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $65,304, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $48,734, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,449, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $37,650 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $65,700 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $15,600 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $50,061 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 2.13%, which is very low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very low compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Algona receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Algona has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • Algona has a very sparse population density of 57.6 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Algona have a very short daily commute time.
  • Algona has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 90.58%.

Algona is a small city in Kossuth County, Iowa. The city has a population of 7,137, with 1,020,762 residents in the encompassing metro area. About 37% of the local populace are 55 and over.

Algona has an above average SeniorScore™ of 73. The city has an average per capita income of $29,000 and an average household income is $49,000 (the Iowa state average is $52,000). The current unemployment rate is around 2.13% and the median home price is $156,000, which is relatively higher than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Algona has extreme mean temperatures, with severely cold winters and calm summers. The area gets low amounts of rain each year. In relation to similarly-sized cities, Algona has lower than average air quality ratings and an average rate of crime.

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Windsor Manor - Algona - Algona, IA

Windsor Manor - Algona

512 Finn Dr

Algona, IA 50511

1-855-229-7494

Windsor Manor - Algona is a senior care community located at 512 Finn Dr in Algona, Iowa. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with approximately 8,000 individuals living in the zip code of 50511. With a median ...

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Huskamp Haven - Algona, IA

Huskamp Haven

300 W Riverview Dr

Algona, IA 50511

1-855-241-4685

Located at 300 W Riverview Dr, Huskamp Haven is a senior community in Algona, Iowa. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 8,000 people residing in the 50511 zip code. It is a largely middle income ...

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Emerald Oaks Assisted Living - Emmetsburg, IA

Emerald Oaks Assisted Living

2603 17th St

Emmetsburg, IA 50536

1-855-221-7955

Emerald Oaks Assisted Living is a 24 room senior community. It is located at 2603 17th St in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The community is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-family income of $43,209. With ...

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Lakeside Lutheran Home - Emmetsburg, IA

Lakeside Lutheran Home

301 North Lawler St

Emmetsburg, IA 50536

1-855-229-7494

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Lakeside Lutheran Home is a 60 room senior care facility located in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-household income of $43,209. With approximately 6,000 individuals living in the 50536 ...

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Valley Vue Care Center - Armstrong, IA

Valley Vue Care Center

108 2nd Ave Box 200

Armstrong, IA 50514

1-855-243-3078

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Valley Vue Care Center is a 50 bed senior housing facility located in Armstrong, Iowa. The surrounding area has a sparse population, with around 2,000 people residing in the zip code of 50514. It is a largely middle ...

26 miles away from Algona, IA

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