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Assisted Living in Elma, Iowa

There are 17 assisted living facilities serving Elma, Iowa. This includes 2 facilities in Elma and 15 nearby. The mean cost per day of assisted living in Iowa is around $114, with costs ranging between $31 and $287 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to a mean cost of $3,418, with costs ranging from about $930 up to $8,620. The mean annual cost is $41,016, which is under the nationwide average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Elma, 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.

64

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Elma scores significantly lower than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Elma scores significantly lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a very low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are no hospitals within close range of the city.
  • There are 3 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Colonial Manor of Elma, Riceville Family Care and Therapy Center, and Hawkeye Care Center Cresco .
  • There is a very 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 4 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (34% of residents).
  • There are 20 golf courses in or around the city, including Maple Heights Golf & Country Club, Riceville Country Club, and Cresco Country Club.
  • There are 2 parks near the city center (Lake Hendricks Park and Hayden St Wldlf Mgt Area).
  • There are no churches in or near the city.
  • 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 no gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.28% 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 $61,661, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $45,299, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,292, 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 5.00%, which is 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

  • Elma receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Elma has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Elma has a very sparse population density of 12.3 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Elma have a short daily commute time.
  • Elma has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 86.66%.

Elma is a small municipality in Howard County within the State of Iowa. While the surrounding metro area includes 1,020,762 residents, there are only 1,374 living in the city itself. Residents 55 and over represent approximately 34% of the total population.

Elma has a medium SeniorScore™ of 64. The city has a median per capita income of $24,000 and a median household income is $45,000 (the Iowa state average is $52,000). The current unemployment rate is around 5% and the mean housing price is $100,500, which is less than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Elma has harsh mean temperatures, with bitterly cold winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives low amounts of precipitation annually. In relation to similarly-sized cities, Elma has good air quality.

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Heritage Residence - New Hampton, IA

Heritage Residence

2275 S Linn Ave

New Hampton, IA 50659

1-855-224-5130

Located at 2275 S Linn Ave in New Hampton, Iowa, Heritage Residence is a 15 room senior community. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with a median family income of $40,443. With approximately 6,000 individuals ...

16 miles away from Elma, IA

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Riverside Senior Living - Charles City, IA

Riverside Senior Living

209 Park Dr

Charles City, IA 50616

1-855-243-3078

Located at 209 Park Dr in Charles City, Iowa, Riverside Senior Living is a 40 unit senior care facility. With roughly 11,000 residents in the zip code of 50616, the surrounding area has an average population density. It ...

17 miles away from Elma, IA

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Cedar Health - Charles City, IA

Cedar Health

807 5th St

Charles City, IA 50616

1-855-221-7955

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Cedar Health is a 50 room nursing facility situated in Charles City, Iowa. The community is in a largely middle income area, with an average family income of $37,859. It has a medium-density population, with roughly 11,000 people ...

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Patty Elwood Center - Cresco, IA

Patty Elwood Center

21668 80th St

Cresco, IA 52136

1-855-240-2530

5 Reviews  

Patty Elwood Center is a 24 unit senior housing facility. It is located at 21668 80th St in Cresco, Iowa. With approximately 7,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 52136, the neighboring area has a sparse population. ...

18 miles away from Elma, IA

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Wildwood Grove - Le Roy, MN

Wildwood Grove

412 E Main St

Le Roy, MN 55951

1-855-243-3078

Wildwood Grove is a senior community located at 412 E Main St in Le Roy, Minnesota. With approximately 3,000 poeple living in the 55951 zip code, the encompassing area has a sparse population. It is a generally middle ...

19 miles away from Elma, IA

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Apple Valley Assisted Living - Osage, IA

Apple Valley Assisted Living

300 Lyndale Ave

Osage, IA 50461

1-855-229-7494

Apple Valley Assisted Living is a 78 unit senior housing community. It is located at 300 Lyndale Ave in Osage, Iowa. The neighboring area is sparsely populated, with around 7,000 individuals living in the zip code of 50461. ...

19 miles away from Elma, IA

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Evans Memorial Home - Cresco, IA

Evans Memorial Home

1010 North Elm St

Cresco, IA 52136

1-855-238-4376

5 Reviews  

Evans Memorial Home is a 52 unit senior housing community located in Cresco, Iowa. With an average family income of $44,140, the community is in a generally middle class area. It has a sparse population, with roughly 7,000 ...

19 miles away from Elma, IA

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Cedar Vale Assisted Living - Nashua, IA

Cedar Vale Assisted Living

100 Poppy Ln

Nashua, IA 50658

1-855-229-7494

Cedar Vale Assisted Living is a senior community located at 100 Poppy Ln in Nashua, Iowa. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-family income of $35,317. With around 4,000 poeple living in ...

20 miles away from Elma, IA

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Ostrander Care and Rehab - Ostrander, MN

Ostrander Care and Rehab

305 Minnesota St

Ostrander, MN 55961

1-855-240-2530

7 Reviews  

Ostrander Care and Rehab is a 25 unit nursing care facility situated in Ostrander, Minnesota. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with an average per-household income of $49,033. It has a sparse population, with about ...

26 miles away from Elma, IA

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Spring Harbor - Nora Springs, IA

Spring Harbor

111 S Boulder Ave

Nora Springs, IA 50458

1-855-238-4376

Spring Harbor is a senior care community located at 111 S Boulder Ave in Nora Springs, Iowa. The neighboring area is sparsely populated, with approximately 3,000 poeple living in the 50458 zip code. With an average household income ...

29 miles away from Elma, IA

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