There is 1 assisted living facility in Covington, Virginia. The daily costs of assisted living in Virginia range from $39 to $223, with a median expenditure running about $133. The per month cost averages around $3,990 and ranges between $1,159 and $6,681. Annually, the mean cost is around $47,880, which is above the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Covington, Virginia
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- Covington scores lower than the Virginia average of 78.
- Covington scores higher 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 (Alleghany Regional Hospital).
- There are 5 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Kissito Post Acute - The Brian Center of Alleghany, Scott Hill Retirement Community, and The Woodlands Health and Rehab Center.
- There is a low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is a very low number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 79.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 21 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 high percentage of seniors in the population (34% of residents).
- There are 15 golf courses in or around the city, including Alleghany Country Club, Cliff View Golf Club, and Oakhurst Links.
- There is 1 park near the city center (Humpback Bridge Wayside).
- There are 5 churches in or near the city, including Dudley, Earl P MD - Dudley Earl P MD, Cornerstone Church of God, and First Church of Nazarene.
- There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 2 grocery stores within the city.
- There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
- There are no gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 1.44% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 0.68% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 5.90%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Virginia has an average state income tax of 4.54%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $54,520, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $43,916, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $23,040, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $28,800 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $77,745 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 $36,608 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 4.96%, which is low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Covington receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Covington has mild mean temperatures, with average winters and warm summers.
- This city has average air quality.
- Covington has a very sparse population density of 43.1 people per square mile.
- Residents of Covington have a short daily commute time.
- Covington has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very high public school safety rating.
- This city has a low graduation rate of 84.21%.
Covington is a small city in Alleghany County, Virginia. The surrounding statistical area has 822,402 inhabitants, but there are 14,329 residing within the city limits. The 55+ community currently represents 34% of the overall population.
Covington has an above average SeniorScore™ of 75. The city has an average per capita income of $23,000. The median household income is $44,000 vs an average of $51,000 for the whole of Virginia. The current unemployment rate is roughly 4.96% and the median housing price is $150,000, which is much lower than the state average of $277,500.
Covington has mild mean temperatures, with medium winters and temperate summers. The area receives average levels of rain each year. Covington has moderate air quality ratings and a low rate of crime compared to other cities.
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