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Assisted Living in Far Rockaway, New York

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Far Rockaway, New York. This includes 5 facilities in Far Rockaway and 16 nearby. Assisted living costs in New York range from about $41 up to $347 per day, with an average expense running around $123. The per month cost averages around $3,684 and ranges between $1,217 and $10,413. On a yearly basis, the median cost is around $44,205, which is over the nationwide average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Far Rockaway, NY generally range from $3,280 per month up to $10,050 per month, with an average cost of about $6,950 per month. That equates to an annual cost of about $83,400.




SeniorScore™ for Far Rockaway, New York



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

  • Far Rockaway scores significantly lower than the New York average of 71.
  • Far Rockaway scores significantly lower 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 are 35 hospitals within close range of the city, including St John's Episcopal Hospital At South Shore, Peninsula Hospital Center, and New York Community Hospital Of Brooklyn, Inc..
  • There are 221 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Resort Nursing Home, Horizon Care Center, and Ocean Promenade Nursing Center.
  • There is a very 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 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 3045 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (23% of residents).
  • There are 159 golf courses in or around the city, including Breezy Point Executive Golf Course, Inwood Country Club, and Marine Park Golf Course.
  • There are 20 parks near the city center, including Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, Jacob Riis Park, and Floyd Bennett Field.
  • There are 1262 churches in or near the city, including St John\'s Baptist Church, Community Church of God-christ, and St Virgilius Rc Church.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 1728 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 42 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 438 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.92% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.61% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.50%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • New York has an average state income tax of 4.81%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $56,658, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $40,407, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $20,153, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $39,300 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $153,300 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $27,300 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $46,332 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 10.86%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very high compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Far Rockaway receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Far Rockaway has average mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Far Rockaway has a very dense population density of 16,567.8 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Far Rockaway have a very long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Far Rockaway has a low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very low graduation rate of 75.17%.

Far Rockaway is a mid size city in Queens County, New York. It is included in the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island metropolitan statistical area. While the encompassing statistical area is home to 9,544,861 people, there are 71,951 living within the city limits. The 55-and-over community makes up about 23% of the overall population.

Far Rockaway has a low SeniorScore™ of 56. The city's average household income is $40,000 ($20,000 per person), compared to an average of $62,000 for the state of New York. The average home price in Far Rockaway is $289,500, which is less than the state average of $328,500. Far Rockaway also has a high unemployment rate of about 10.86%.

Far Rockaway has medium average temperatures, with comfortable winters and pleasant summers. The city gets average amounts of rainfall annually. Far Rockaway has moderate water quality ratings and lower than average air quality in relation to similarly-sized cities.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Far Rockaway, New York



Central Assisted Living - Far Rockaway, NY

Central Assisted Living

1509 Central Ave

Far Rockaway, NY 11691

1-855-233-7205

Located near the Far Rockaway neighborhood, Central Assisted Living is a senior housing community serving Far Rockaway, New York. The community is in a generally middle class area, with an average household income of $35,645. With about 61,000 ...

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Park Inn Home For Adults - Rockaway Park, NY

Park Inn Home For Adults

11502 Ocean Promenade

Rockaway Park, NY 11694

1-855-229-7494

Located within the Rockaway Park neighborhood, Park Inn Home For Adults is a senior housing facility serving Rockaway Park, New York. With roughly 21,000 people residing in the zip code of 11694, the neighboring area has a dense population. ...

2 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Sunrise at Mill Basin - Brooklyn, NY

Sunrise at Mill Basin

5905 Strickland Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11234

1-855-240-2530

Sunrise at Mill Basin is a senior housing facility located in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. With a median per-household income of $67,953, the facility is in a primarily middle income area. It has a ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Amber Court of Brooklyn - Brooklyn, NY

Amber Court of Brooklyn

650 E 104th St

Brooklyn, NY 11236

1-855-240-2530

Amber Court of Brooklyn is a senior community located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. The encompassing area is densely populated, with around 95,000 people residing in the 11236 zip code. With a median per-family income ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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River Manor Care Center - Brooklyn, NY

River Manor Care Center

630 E 104th St

Brooklyn, NY 11236

1-855-224-5130

6 Reviews  

River Manor Care Center is a 380 room senior housing community. It is located within the Canarsie area of Brooklyn, New York. With an average per-household income of $59,568, the community is in a generally middle income area. ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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The Bristal at North Woodmere - Valley Stream, NY

The Bristal at North Woodmere

477 Hungry Harbor Rd

Valley Stream, NY 11581

1-855-224-5130

The Bristal at North Woodmere is a senior community situated in the South Valley Stream neighborhood of Valley Stream, New York. The facility is in a largely wealthier area, with a median household income of $93,231. It has ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Harbor View Home - Brooklyn, NY

Harbor View Home

3900 Shore Pkwy

Brooklyn, NY 11235

1-855-238-4376

Harbor View Home is a senior housing community situated in the Gerritsen Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. With roughly 80,000 individuals living in the 11235 zip code, the encompassing area is densely populated. It is a mostly ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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The Waterford On The Bay - Brooklyn, NY

The Waterford On The Bay

2900 Bragg St

Brooklyn, NY 11235

1-855-229-7494

1 Review  

Located within the Manhattan Beach neighborhood, The Waterford On The Bay is a senior care facility in Brooklyn, New York. With an average household income of $44,730, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It is ...

6 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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GEFEN Senior Care Group - Brooklyn, NY

GEFEN Senior Care Group

2830 Pitkin Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11208

1-855-241-4685

1 Review  

Situated within the East New York area of the city, GEFEN Senior Care Group is a senior housing community serving Brooklyn, New York. With a median per-family income of $33,876, the facility is in a largely working class area. ...

7 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Sunrise at Sheepshead Bay - Brooklyn, NY

Sunrise at Sheepshead Bay

2211 Emmons Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11235

1-855-224-5130

1 Review  

Sunrise at Sheepshead Bay is a senior housing facility located in the Manhattan Beach area of Brooklyn, New York. The surrounding area has a dense population, with roughly 80,000 individuals living in the zip code of 11235. With ...

7 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Long Beach Assisted Living - Long Beach, NY

Long Beach Assisted Living

274 W Broadway

Long Beach, NY 11561

1-855-240-2530

Long Beach Assisted Living is a senior care facility located within the Harbor Isle area of Long Beach, New York. With a median household income of $85,039, the community is in a generally well-to-do area. It is heavily ...

7 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Elim Senior Care - Long Beach, NY

Elim Senior Care

243 W Market St

Long Beach, NY 11561

1-855-238-4376

Situated in the Harbor Isle neighborhood, Elim Senior Care is a senior care facility in Long Beach, New York. The facility is in a predominantly wealthier area, with a median family income of $85,039. With around 38,000 individuals ...

7 miles away from Far Rockaway, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in New York?

Answer
The average cost of assisted living in New York is around $123 daily (ranging from $41 to $347), $3,684 monthly (ranging from $1,217 to $10,413), and $44,205 yearly (ranging from $14,604 to $124,956).

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How much does assisted living cost in Far Rockaway?

Answer
Assisted living in Far Rockaway, New York costs on average around $83,400 yearly. On a monthly basis, the range is between $3,280 and $10,050, with a mean of around $6,950.

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What does assisted living include?

Answer
The services offered in assisted living communities usually include regular medical care, assistance with medication, transportation services, religious activities, and meal preparation.

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Can I pay for assisted living in Far Rockaway with Medicaid?

Answer
University Nursing Home, St Joseph's Hospital Nursing Home of Yonkers N Y, Franklin Care Center, Sands Point Center For Health and Rehabilitation, and Park Place Center are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Far Rockaway.

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How many retirees live in Far Rockaway?

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Though the surrounding metro area has 11,131,952 inhabitants, there are 71,951 residing in the city itself. The senior community currently comprises 23% of the overall population.

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