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Assisted Living in Elk Horn, Iowa

There are 13 assisted living facilities serving Elk Horn, Iowa. This includes 1 facility in Elk Horn and 12 nearby. Assisted living costs in Iowa range from about $31 to $287 per day, with a mean cost running around $114. The monthly expense averages about $3,418 and ranges between $930 and $8,620. On an annual basis, the average cost is about $41,016, which is under the national average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Elk Horn, Iowa



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

  • Elk Horn scores higher than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Elk Horn scores higher 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Myrtue Medical Center).
  • There are 12 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Salem Lutheran Homes, Peace Haven Retirement Home, and Exira Care Center.
  • There is a high 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 15 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very high percentage of seniors in the population (43% of residents).
  • There are 11 golf courses in or around the city, including Harlan Golf & Country Club, Rosman Glendale Shelby County Golf, and Nishna Hills Golf Club.
  • There are 6 parks near the city center, including Museum of Danish America, Village Station, and Elk Horn Creek Recreation Area.
  • There are 3 churches in or near the city, including First Assembly of God, Abundant Life Church, and Altamont Baptist Church.
  • There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 2 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 2 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.56% of total income, which is lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.24% 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 $56,044, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $46,538, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,182, which is 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 0.97%, which is very low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very low 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

  • Elk Horn receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Elk Horn has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Elk Horn has a very sparse population density of 32.0 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Elk Horn have a very short daily commute time.
  • Elk Horn has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 85.37%.

Located within Shelby County, Elk Horn is a town in Iowa. The city has a total population of only 914, with 1,020,762 people in the encompassing metro area. The senior community constitutes about 43% of the total population.

Elk Horn has a good SeniorScore™ of 79. The city has a mean per capita income of $24,000. The mean household income is $47,000 vs the average of $52,000 for the entire state of Iowa. The current unemployment rate is roughly 0.97% and the mean housing price is $139,500, which is somewhat lower than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Elk Horn has harsh average temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city receives low amounts of rain annually. Elk Horn has above average air quality ratings in relation to other cities.

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Atlantic, IA 50022

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Partnership For Progress - Atlantic, IA

Partnership For Progress

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Atlantic, IA 50022

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Oakland Manor - Oakland, IA

Oakland Manor

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Oakland Heights - Oakland, IA

Oakland Heights

409 N Scenic Cir

Oakland, IA 51560

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Thomas Rest Haven

217 Main St

Coon Rapids, IA 50058

1-855-221-7955

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