There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Decatur, Indiana. This includes 1 facility in Decatur and 19 nearby. Assisted living costs in Indiana range from about $37 up to $274 per day, with an average expenditure running around $124. The per month cost averages about $3,724 and ranges between $1,095 and $8,220. Yearly, the median cost is around $44,685, which is over the nationwide average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Decatur, Indiana
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- Decatur scores significantly lower than the Indiana average of 74.
- Decatur scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Adams Memorial Hospital and Adams County Memorial Hospital).
- There are 12 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Adams Memorial , Adams Woodcrest, and Mulberry Court Senior Apartments.
- 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 77.6, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 18 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a low property crime rate.
- The area has a very low violent crime rate.
- The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
- There are 41 golf courses in or around the city, including Cross Creek Golf Course, Grey Goose Golf Club, and Fairview Golf Course.
- There is 1 park near the city center (Ouabache State Park).
- There are 28 churches in or near the city, including Pleasant Dale Church-Brethren, Saint Mary\'s Catholic Church, and Bible Missionary Academy.
- There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 8 grocery stores within the city.
- There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 3 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.05% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 0.93% 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%.
- Indiana has an average state income tax of 3.33%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $55,693, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $48,952, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $21,785, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $44,310 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $91,250 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $20,800 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 8.04%, which is average compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Decatur receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Decatur has harsh mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has below average air quality.
- Decatur has a sparse population density of 108.9 people per square mile.
- Residents of Decatur have a short daily commute time.
- Decatur has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very low public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 87.64%.
Decatur is a small city in the State of Indiana. It is located in Adams County. While the surrounding metropolitan area has 1,151,549 inhabitants, there are 18,777 living in the city limits. Approximately 27% of the residents are 55 and over.
The SeniorScore™ for Decatur is 66. The city's mean household income is $49,000 ($22,000 on a per capita basis), vs an average of $49,000 for the whole of Indiana. The mean home price in Decatur is $172,500, which is somewhat higher than the state average of $163,500. The city also has an average unemployment rate of about 8.04%.
Decatur has extreme average temperatures, with tolerable winters and pleasant summers. The area receives average levels of rainfall annually. Decatur has subpar air quality and an exceptionally low rate of crime compared to other cities.