There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Galion, Ohio. This includes 2 facilities in Galion and 18 nearby. Assisted living costs in Ohio range from about $46 up to $326 per day, with an average expense running approximately $132. The monthly expense averages about $3,971 and ranges between $1,385 and $9,780. Yearly, the median cost is around $47,646, which is above the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Galion, Ohio
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- Galion scores significantly lower than the Ohio average of 76.
- Galion scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Galion Community Hospital, Morrow County Hospital, and Bucyrus Community Hospital.
- There are 27 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Mill Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation, Signature Healthcare of Galion, and Galion Pointe Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation.
- There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 77.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 76 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a very high property crime rate.
- The area has a low violent crime rate.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
- There are 42 golf courses in or around the city, including Galion Country Club, Valley View Golf Club, and Whetstone Golf & Swimming.
- There are 2 parks near the city center (Yogi Bear\'s Jellystone Parkā¢ Camp-Resort at Dogwood Valley and Mt. Gilead State Park).
- There are 51 churches in or near the city, including St Joseph Catholic Church, South View Baptist Church, and Gospel Baptist Church.
- There are 7 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 22 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 20 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.54% of total income, which is lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.27% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 6.88%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Ohio has an average state income tax of 2.51%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $45,806, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $38,696, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $19,138, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $46,290 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $80,300 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $15,080 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $39,468 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 12.13%, which is high compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Galion receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Galion has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has average air quality.
- Galion has a sparse population density of 187.9 people per square mile.
- Residents of Galion have a short daily commute time.
- Galion has an average public school quality ranking.
- The city has an average public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 85.99%.
Galion is a small city in Ohio. It is located in Crawford County. While the encompassing statistical area contains 1,765,603 people, there are 17,121 living within the city itself. People who are 55 and over represent approximately 32% of the total community.
Galion has an average SeniorScore™ of 68. The city has a mean per capita income of $19,000 and a mean household income is $39,000 (the Ohio state average is $49,000). The mean housing price in Galion is $133,500, which is relatively lower than the state average of $177,000. The city also has a high unemployment rate of approximately 12.13%.
Galion has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city gets average amounts of precipitation annually. In comparison to other cities in the United States, Galion has average air quality ratings and a lower than average crime rate.