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Assisted Living in Helena, Alabama

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Helena, Alabama. This includes 1 facility in Helena and 19 nearby. The median cost per day for assisted living in Alabama is about $96, with costs ranging between $30 and $192 per day. On a per month basis, this equates to a mean expense of $2,894, with costs ranging from about $900 up to $5,760. The median annual cost is $34,728, which is less than the nationwide average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Helena can range from about $1,095 per month up to $4,730 per month, with a median cost of approximately $2,882 per month. This equates to a yearly cost of about $34,587.




SeniorScore™ for Helena, Alabama



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

  • Helena scores higher than the Alabama average of 72.
  • Helena scores higher than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Bradford Health Services and Shelby Baptist Medical Center).
  • There are 23 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Maple Wood Lane, Chandler Health and Rehab Center, LLC, and Shelby Ridge Nursing Home.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 75.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 187 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (16% of residents).
  • There are 29 golf courses in or around the city, including Tannehill National Golf Course, Montevallo Golf Club, and Oak Mountain State Park Golf Course.
  • There are 11 parks near the city center, including Cherokee Campground, Joe Tucker Park, and Beneful Alabaster Dream Dog Park.
  • There are 131 churches in or near the city, including Riverside Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Helena, and Helena Church of Christ.
  • There are 13 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 73 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 4 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 43 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.16% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.47% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.25%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Alabama has an average state income tax of 3.95%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $84,129, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $77,717, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,890, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $34,587 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $78,475 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $9,815 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $41,184 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.22%, which is low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is 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

  • Helena receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Helena has ideal mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • This city has above average water quality.
  • Helena has a sparse population density of 364.2 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Helena have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very low public transportation ridership.
  • Helena has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 93.09%.

Helena is a small city in Alabama. It is located within Shelby County and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover metro area. The surrounding statistical area contains 884,509 inhabitants, but there are 15,881 residing within the city itself. 16% of the population are 55 and over.

Helena has an above average SeniorScore™ of 76. The city has an average per capita income of $30,000. The mean household income is $78,000 in comparison to the average of $40,000 for the whole of Alabama. The current unemployment rate is roughly 6.22% and the mean housing price is $255,000, which is much higher than the Alabama average of $145,500.

Helena has ideal mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and very warm summers. The city gets very heavy amounts of rain annually. Helena has a very low crime rate, moderate air quality ratings, and above average water quality in comparison to other American cities.

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Maple Wood Lane - Helena, AL

Maple Wood Lane

223 Tucker Rd

Helena, AL 35080

1-855-229-7494

Maple Wood Lane is a senior care community located at 223 Tucker Rd in Helena, Alabama. The community is in a mostly upscale area, with a median household income of $77,945. With approximately 17,000 people residing in the ...

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Morningside of Riverchase - Hoover, AL

Morningside of Riverchase

2184 Parkway Lake Dr

Hoover, AL 35244

1-855-222-1541

Morningside of Riverchase is a senior care community located at 2184 Parkway Lake Dr in Hoover, Alabama. The facility is in a primarily wealthier area, with a median family income of $81,117. It is densely populated, with approximately ...

7 miles away from Helena, AL

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Rocky Ridge - Hoover, AL

Rocky Ridge

3517 Lorna Rd

Hoover, AL 35216

1-855-224-5130

Rocky Ridge is a senior housing facility located at 3517 Lorna Rd in Hoover, Alabama. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with a median per-family income of $59,147. With approximately 37,000 individuals living in the ...

8 miles away from Helena, AL

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Sunshine Manor Adult Day Center - Birmingham, AL

Sunshine Manor Adult Day Center

100 Shadow Wood Park

Birmingham, AL 35244

1-855-233-7205

Sunshine Manor Adult Day Center is a senior care community located at 100 Shadow Wood Park in Birmingham, Alabama. With approximately 33,000 individuals living in the 35244 zip code, the encompassing area is heavily populated. It is a ...

8 miles away from Helena, AL

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Rittenhouse Senior Living - Hoover, AL

Rittenhouse Senior Living

570 Southland Dr

Hoover, AL 35226

1-855-243-3078

Located at 570 Southland Dr, Rittenhouse Senior Living is a senior care facility serving Hoover, Alabama. The neighboring area has a dense population, with approximately 32,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 35226. It is a primarily ...

9 miles away from Helena, AL

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Morningside of Vestavia Hills - Birmingham, AL

Morningside of Vestavia Hills

2435 Columbiana Rd

Birmingham, AL 35216

1-855-240-2530

Located at 2435 Columbiana Rd, Morningside of Vestavia Hills is a senior housing facility serving Birmingham, Alabama. The surrounding area has a dense population, with about 37,000 individuals living in the 35216 zip code. It is a largely ...

10 miles away from Helena, AL

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Town Village Vestavia Hills - Birmingham, AL

Town Village Vestavia Hills

2385 Dolly Ridge Rd

Birmingham, AL 35243

1-855-221-7955

Town Village Vestavia Hills is a senior community located at 2385 Dolly Ridge Rd in Birmingham, Alabama. The community is in a predominantly upper class area, with a median household income of $86,334. It has an average population ...

11 miles away from Helena, AL

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Brookdale Place University Park - Birmingham, AL

Brookdale Place University Park

400 University Park Dr

Birmingham, AL 35209

1-855-224-5130

Located at 400 University Park Dr in Birmingham, Alabama, Brookdale Place University Park is a senior housing facility serving those over 55. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with an average household income of $53,792. ...

12 miles away from Helena, AL

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Brookdale University Park - Birmingham, AL

Brookdale University Park

400 University Park Dr

Birmingham, AL 35209

1-855-241-4685

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Brookdale University Park is a 66 bed senior housing community for people 55 and over located in Birmingham, Alabama. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with about 31,000 individuals living in the 35209 zip code. With an average ...

13 miles away from Helena, AL

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Danberry at Inverness - Hoover, AL

Danberry at Inverness

235 Inverness Center Dr

Hoover, AL 35242

1-855-243-3078

Located at 235 Inverness Center Dr, Danberry at Inverness is a senior housing facility serving Hoover, Alabama. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with roughly 51,000 individuals residing in the 35242 zip code. It is a mostly upper ...

13 miles away from Helena, AL

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Noland Health Services - Birmingham, AL

Noland Health Services

600 Corporate Pkwy Ste 100

Birmingham, AL 35242

1-855-224-5130

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Noland Health Services is a nursing facility located at 600 Corporate Pkwy Ste 100 in Birmingham, Alabama. With roughly 51,000 residents in the 35242 zip code, the encompassing area is heavily populated. It is a primarily well-to-do area, ...

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Chelsea's Hidden Acres - Chelsea, AL

Chelsea's Hidden Acres

251 Hidden Acres Cir

Chelsea, AL 35043

1-855-238-4376

2 Reviews  

Located at 251 Hidden Acres Cir in Chelsea, Alabama, Chelsea's Hidden Acres is a 16 bed senior community. The facility is in a predominantly middle class area, with a median per-family income of $73,528. With roughly 10,000 poeple ...

13 miles away from Helena, AL

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Mount Royal Towers - Birmingham, AL

Mount Royal Towers

300 Royal Tower Dr

Birmingham, AL 35209

1-855-222-1541

5 Reviews  

Located at 300 Royal Tower Dr in Birmingham, Alabama, Mount Royal Towers is a 143 unit senior housing community. The facility is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $53,792. It is heavily ...

14 miles away from Helena, AL

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Columbia Cottage - Mountain Brook - Birmingham, AL

Columbia Cottage - Mountain Brook

3776 Crosshaven Dr

Birmingham, AL 35223

1-855-238-4376

Located at 3776 Crosshaven Dr, Columbia Cottage - Mountain Brook is a senior care community serving Birmingham, Alabama. The community is in a primarily wealthier area, with a median per-family income of $122,719. It has a medium-density population, ...

15 miles away from Helena, AL

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