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Assisted Living in Amherst, Massachusetts

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Amherst, Massachusetts. This includes 2 facilities in Amherst and 18 nearby. The average cost / day for assisted living in Massachusetts is approximately $175, with costs ranging between $42 and $254 per day. On a monthly basis, this equates to a mean expense of $5,247, with costs ranging from around $1,263 to $7,613. The average annual cost is $62,964, which is greater than the national average of $42,000.

The cost for assisted living in Amherst, MA generally ranges from about $3,346 per month up to $6,104 per month. The average cost is around $4,773 per month, or about $57,270 yearly.




SeniorScore™ for Amherst, Massachusetts



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.

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SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Amherst scores significantly lower than the Massachusetts average of 77.
  • Amherst scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including University Health Services, Cooley Dickinson Hospital Inc,the, and Veterans Affairs Med Center.
  • There are 28 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Center For Extended Care at Amherst, Elaine Center at Hadley, and Highland Valley Elder Service.
  • There is an average number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 87 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (15% of residents).
  • There are 58 golf courses in or around the city, including Hickory Ridge Country Club, Amherst Golf Club, and Cherry Hill Golf Course.
  • There are 9 parks near the city center, including Haigis Mall, Mount Holyoke Range State Park, and J. A. Skinner State Park.
  • There are 37 churches in or near the city, including First Baptist Church-Amherst, North Congregational Church, and Baha\'is of Amherst.
  • There are 7 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 62 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 5 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 27 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.01% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.20% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.25%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Massachusetts has an average state income tax of 4.74%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $63,768, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $40,083, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $23,104, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $57,270 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $141,058 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,550 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $53,196 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 10.76%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very high compared to national averages.
  • 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Amherst receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Amherst has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • This city has above average water quality.
  • Amherst has a dense population density of 7,557.8 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Amherst have a very short daily commute time.
  • The city has an average public transportation ridership.
  • Amherst has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very high graduation rate of 97.21%.

Amherst is a small city in Hampshire County in Massachusetts. It is included in the Springfield metropolitan area. While the encompassing area has 531,908 inhabitants, there are 39,421 living inside the city. People who are 55 and over represent approximately 15% of the total community.

Amherst has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 65. The city has a mean per capita income of $23,000 and a mean household income is $40,000 (the Massachusetts state average is $73,000). The current unemployment rate is roughly 10.76% and the median housing price is $169,500, which is significantly lower than the Massachusetts average of $514,500.

Amherst has extreme average temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The city receives large amounts of rainfall annually. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Amherst has good water quality ratings, good air quality ratings, and a lower than average crime rate.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Amherst, Massachusetts



Arbors At Amherst - Amherst, MA

Arbors At Amherst

130 University Dr

Amherst, MA 01002

1-855-222-1541

Arbors At Amherst is a senior housing community located near the South Amherst neighborhood of Amherst, Massachusetts. With roughly 30,000 people residing in the 01002 zip code, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is a generally middle ...

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Northampton Nursing Home - Northampton, MA

Northampton Nursing Home

737 Bridge Rd

Northampton, MA 01060

1-855-238-4376

Located at 737 Bridge Rd, Northampton Nursing Home is a nursing home facility serving Northampton, Massachusetts. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median family income of $48,069. It has a medium-density population, with ...

7 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Lathrop Community - Northampton, MA

Lathrop Community

1 Shallowbrook Ln

Northampton, MA 01060

1-855-240-2530

Lathrop Community is a senior community located at 1 Shallowbrook Ln in Northampton, Massachusetts. With an average per-family income of $48,069, the facility is in a generally middle class area. It has a medium-density population, with around 16,000 ...

7 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Linda Manor Assisted Living - Leeds, MA

Linda Manor Assisted Living

345 Haydenville Rd

Leeds, MA 01053

1-855-229-7494

Located at 345 Haydenville Rd, Linda Manor Assisted Living is a senior housing community serving Leeds, Massachusetts. The surrounding area has a sparse population, with about 3,000 poeple living in the zip code of 01053. With a median ...

9 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Wingate at South Hadley - South Hadley, MA

Wingate at South Hadley

573 Granby Rd

South Hadley, MA 01075

1-855-224-5130

7 Reviews  

Wingate at South Hadley is a 132 room senior care community situated in South Hadley, Massachusetts. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with a median per-household income of $63,053. With roughly 19,000 individuals living ...

9 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Elder Care Access - Leeds, MA

Elder Care Access

38 Mulberry St

Leeds, MA 01053

1-855-233-7205

Elder Care Access is a senior community located at 38 Mulberry St in Leeds, Massachusetts. With an average household income of $60,477, the facility is in a largely middle class area. It has a sparse population, with about ...

9 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Lathrop Community - Easthampton, MA

Lathrop Community

100 Bassett Brook Dr

Easthampton, MA 01027

1-855-238-4376

Located at 100 Bassett Brook Dr, Lathrop Community is a senior care community in Easthampton, Massachusetts. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with a median family income of $58,573. With approximately 19,000 individuals living ...

10 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Loomis Village - South Hadley, MA

Loomis Village

246 N Main St

South Hadley, MA 01075

1-855-224-5130

Located at 246 N Main St, Loomis Village is a senior community serving South Hadley, Massachusetts. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with a median household income of $63,053. With roughly 19,000 poeple living in ...

11 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Association Community Living - South Deerfield, MA

Association Community Living

6 Sherman Dr

South Deerfield, MA 01373

1-855-233-7205

Association Community Living is a senior care facility located at 6 Sherman Dr in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. The neighboring area is sparsely populated, with about 6,000 residents in the 01373 zip code. It is a predominantly middle income ...

11 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Sarawood Retirement Home - Holyoke, MA

Sarawood Retirement Home

1 Loomis Ave

Holyoke, MA 01040

1-855-243-3078

Located at 1 Loomis Ave, Sarawood Retirement Home is a senior housing community in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average family income of $35,549. It is densely populated, with around ...

12 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Keystone Commons - Ludlow, MA

Keystone Commons

460 West St

Ludlow, MA 01056

1-855-222-1541

4 Reviews  

Located nearby the Indian Orchard neighborhood, Keystone Commons is a senior care community in Ludlow, Massachusetts. The community is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-family income of $63,318. With around 22,000 individuals living in ...

12 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Arbors at Chicopee - Chicopee, MA

Arbors at Chicopee

929 Memorial Dr

Chicopee, MA 01020

1-855-224-5130

Arbors at Chicopee is a senior care facility located at 929 Memorial Dr in Chicopee, Massachusetts. With roughly 31,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 01020, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is a mostly middle ...

13 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Orchard Valley at Wilbraham - Wilbraham, MA

Orchard Valley at Wilbraham

2387 Boston Rd

Wilbraham, MA 01095

1-855-221-7955

Situated near by the Boston Road neighborhood, Orchard Valley at Wilbraham is a senior housing community serving Wilbraham, Massachusetts. The neighboring area has an average population density, with about 15,000 individuals residing in the 01095 zip code. With ...

16 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Wingate at Wilbraham - Wilbraham, MA

Wingate at Wilbraham

9 Maple St

Wilbraham, MA 01095

1-855-233-7205

8 Reviews  

Wingate at Wilbraham is a 135 bed senior housing community. It is located at 9 Maple St in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. With about 15,000 people residing in the zip code of 01095, the encompassing area has a medium-density ...

16 miles away from Amherst, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions



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How much do assisted living communities cost in Massachusetts?

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With a range between around $42 and $254 per day, the mean cost of assisted living in Massachusetts is around $5,247 per month.

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What does assisted living cost in Amherst?

Answer
With a median cost of $4,773 monthly, or $57,270 per year, assisted living in Amherst, Massachusetts ranges from about $3,346 to $6,104 per month.

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What services are included with assisted living?

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Services generally included with assisted living are help with dressing, housekeeping services, recreational programs, meal planning, and assistance with medication. Private and semi-private rooms are often available depending on the budget.

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Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Amherst?

Answer
The following assisted living communities in Amherst take Medicaid: Calvin Coolidge Nursing and Rehab Center - Northampton, Forest Glen Health Campus, Heritage Hall East, Ridgewood Nursing and Rehabilitation, and Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility.

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Are there many retirees in Amherst?

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It has a total population of 39,421, with 553,961 inhabitants in the surrounding area. 15% of the population are 55 and over.

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