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Assisted Living in Ashland, Pennsylvania

There are 20 assisted living facilities near Ashland, Pennsylvania. Assisted living costs in Pennsylvania range from around $31 up to $256 daily, with a median expense running around $109. The per month expense averages about $3,280 and ranges between $925 and $7,677. Yearly, the average cost is around $39,360, which is under the national average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Ashland, Pennsylvania



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

  • Ashland scores lower than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
  • Ashland scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 4 hospitals within close range of the city, including Saint Catherine Medical Center Fountain Springs, Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, and Schuylkill Medical Center - East Norwegian Street.
  • There are 17 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Mount Carmel Outpatient Rehab Clinic, Serenity Gardens Personal Care, and Friendly Nursing Home - Pitman.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 88 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (29% of residents).
  • There are 38 golf courses in or around the city, including Fountain Springs Country Club, Rolling Meadows Golf Course, and Mountain Valley Golf Course -Oak/Pine.
  • There are 2 parks near the city center (Locust Lake State Park and Sweet Arrow Lake County Park).
  • There are 23 churches in or near the city, including Clough John R, Dial-A-Prayer, and Grace Evangelical Indpdnt Chr.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 41 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 20 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.84% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.57% 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%.
  • Pennsylvania has an average state income tax of 3.07%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $57,888, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $46,656, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $20,734, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $33,300 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $96,725 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $14,560 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 9.21%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is 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

  • Ashland receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Ashland has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • Ashland has a sparse population density of 203.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Ashland have an average daily commute time.
  • Ashland has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 84.51%.

Ashland is a small city in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. While the city itself has 7,676 people, the surrounding metropolitan area has a total population of 1,546,595. The senior community composes about 29% of the overall population.

The SeniorScore™ for Ashland is 71. The city has a mean per capita income of $21,000 and a mean household income is $47,000 (the Pennsylvania state average is $51,000). The average home price in Ashland is $132,000, which is much lower than the Pennsylvania average of $213,000. The city has a high unemployment rate of roughly 9.21%.

Ashland has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The area receives very high levels of rain each year. In relation to other American cities, Ashland has very poor air quality ratings and a lower than average crime rate.

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Serenity Gardens Personal Care - Kulpmont, PA

Serenity Gardens Personal Care

135 Vermont Dr

Kulpmont, PA 17834

1-855-222-1541

Serenity Gardens Personal Care is a senior care community located at 135 Vermont Dr in Kulpmont, Pennsylvania. The facility is in a mostly low income area, with a median household income of $34,848. With about 5,000 residents in ...

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Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill - Pottsville, PA

Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill

160 Red Horse Rd

Pottsville, PA 17901

1-855-238-4376

Located at 160 Red Horse Rd in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill is a 135 room senior care facility. With a median household income of $39,292, the facility is in a generally middle class area. It ...

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Brookdale Bloomsburg - Bloomsburg, PA

Brookdale Bloomsburg

420 Shaffer Rd

Bloomsburg, PA 17815

1-855-224-5130

Brookdale Bloomsburg is a senior care community serving individuals over 55 located in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. The encompassing area has a dense population, with approximately 32,000 residents in the zip code of 17815. With a median per-family income of ...

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Heritage Mill Personal Care Home - Tower City, PA

Heritage Mill Personal Care Home

846 E Wiconisco Ave

Tower City, PA 17980

1-855-224-5130

Located at 846 E Wiconisco Ave, Heritage Mill Personal Care Home is a care home serving Tower City, Pennsylvania. With roughly 4,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 17980, the encompassing area is sparsely populated. It ...

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Vintage Knolls - Danville, PA

Vintage Knolls

41 Woodbine Ln Ste 1

Danville, PA 17821

1-855-243-3078

Vintage Knolls is a senior care facility located at 41 Woodbine Ln Ste 1 in Danville, Pennsylvania. With about 19,000 residents in the 17821 zip code, the surrounding area has an average population density. It is a generally ...

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Balanced Care Bloomsburg - Bloomsburg, PA

Balanced Care Bloomsburg

3298 Ridge Rd

Bloomsburg, PA 17815

1-855-221-7955

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Balanced Care Bloomsburg is located at 3298 Ridge Rd in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. It is a 66 bed senior care facility. The neighboring area is densely populated, with roughly 32,000 individuals living in the zip code of 17815. ...

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Elmcroft of Berwick - Berwick, PA

Elmcroft of Berwick

2050 W Front St

Berwick, PA 18603

1-855-224-5130

Situated in the Briar Creek neighborhood, Elmcroft of Berwick is a senior housing community serving Berwick, Pennsylvania. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with roughly 20,000 residents in the zip code of 18603. It is a largely ...

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Corrigan House - Hazleton, PA

Corrigan House

350 Hazle Township Blvd

Hazleton, PA 18202

1-855-229-7494

Located at 350 Hazle Township Blvd, Corrigan House is a senior housing community serving Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 13,000 residents in the zip code of 18202. With an average household income ...

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Laurel Center - Hamburg, PA

Laurel Center

125 Holly Rd

Hamburg, PA 19526

1-855-221-7955

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Laurel Center is a 130 unit senior housing facility located in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. With a median per-household income of $51,672, the community is in a generally middle income area. It has a medium-density population, with approximately 12,000 people ...

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Fritzingertown Senior Living Community - Drums, PA

Fritzingertown Senior Living Community

159 S Old Turnpike Rd

Drums, PA 18222

1-855-229-7494

Located at 159 S Old Turnpike Rd, Fritzingertown Senior Living Community is a senior housing facility serving Drums, Pennsylvania. The encompassing area has an average population density, with about 10,000 people residing in the 18222 zip code. With ...

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Edgemont Lodge - Lansford, PA

Edgemont Lodge

22 Edgemont Rd

Lansford, PA 18232

1-855-240-2530

Located at 22 Edgemont Rd, Edgemont Lodge is a senior housing community in Lansford, Pennsylvania. The encompassing area is sparsely populated, with approximately 5,000 residents in the 18232 zip code. With an average family income of $38,252, it ...

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