There are 18 assisted living facilities serving Edgewood, Iowa. This includes 2 facilities in Edgewood and 16 nearby. The median daily cost of assisted living in Iowa is about $114, with costs ranging between $31 and $287 per day. On a per month basis, this equates to a mean expense of $3,418, with costs ranging from around $930 up to $8,620. The median yearly cost is $41,016, which is under the nationwide average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Edgewood, Iowa
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- Edgewood scores significantly lower than the Iowa average of 75.
- Edgewood scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Guttenberg Municipal Hospital, Guttenberg Municipal Hospital, and Central Community Hospital.
- There are 6 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Edgewood Convalescent Home, Strawberry Point Lutheran Home Community, and Elkader Care Center.
- There is an average 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 14 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
- There are 15 golf courses in or around the city, including Woods Edge Golf Course, Lone Pine Golf & Country Club, and Backbone Golf & Country Club.
- There are 2 parks near the city center (Bixby State Park and Backbone State Park).
- There are no churches in or near the city.
- There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 4 grocery stores within the city.
- There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 5 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.42% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.29% 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 $57,166, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $50,000, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $20,712, which is significantly lower 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 1.64%, which is very low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
- 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Edgewood receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Edgewood has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has very good air quality.
- Edgewood has a very sparse population density of 32.1 people per square mile.
- Residents of Edgewood have a short daily commute time.
- Edgewood has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 86.50%.
Edgewood is a town in the State of Iowa. It is located within Clayton County. The encompassing area is home to 1,020,762 residents, but there are just 1,999 residing within the city itself. The 55+ community currently comprises 27% of the total population.
The SeniorScore™ for Edgewood is 67. The city has a mean per capita income of $21,000 and a mean household income is $50,000 (the Iowa state average is $52,000). The current unemployment rate is approximately 1.64% and the median housing price is $148,500, which is relatively lower than the Iowa average of $153,000.
Edgewood has very harsh average temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers. The area receives low amounts of precipitation each year. Compared to other American cities, Edgewood has excellent air quality ratings.