There are 11 assisted living facilities serving Mineral Wells, Texas. This includes 3 facilities in Mineral Wells and 8 nearby. The median cost per day of assisted living in Texas is around $117, with costs running between $28 and $287 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to an average expense of $3,523, with costs ranging from about $825 up to $8,605. The median yearly cost is $42,270, which is higher than the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Mineral Wells, Texas
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- Mineral Wells scores lower than the Texas average of 74.
- Mineral Wells scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Palo Pinto General Hospital).
- There are 5 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Serenity Estates, Palo Pinto Nursing Center, and Mineral Wells Nursing and Rehabilitation.
- There is a 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 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 19 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a high property crime rate.
- The area has an average violent crime rate.
- The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (25% of residents).
- There are 7 golf courses in or around the city, including Holiday Hills Country Club, Cliffs At Possum Kingdom Lake, The, and Sugartree Golf Club.
- There are 16 parks near the city center, including West City Park, Traliway Trading Post, and Rocker D RV Ranch.
- There are 7 churches in or near the city, including Beulah Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Brock, and Millsap Baptist Church.
- There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 11 grocery stores within the city.
- There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
- There is 1 gym or health club in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 1.93% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.17% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 7.25%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
- Texas has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $52,217, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $38,983, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $18,168, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $39,180 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $56,575 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $7,800 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $43,449 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 8.82%, which is average compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 2% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Mineral Wells receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Mineral Wells has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
- This city has average air quality.
- Mineral Wells has a sparse population density of 126.8 people per square mile.
- Residents of Mineral Wells have a short daily commute time.
- Mineral Wells has a low public school quality ranking.
- The city has a high public school safety rating.
- This city has a very low graduation rate of 73.44%.
Mineral Wells is a small city in Palo Pinto County, Texas. While the encompassing metro area contains 2,225,317 people, there are 22,117 within the city limits. 25% of the local populace are over 55.
The SeniorScore™ for Mineral Wells is 69. The city has a median per capita income of $18,000. The median household income is $39,000 compared to an average of $47,000 for the entire state of Texas. The current unemployment rate is about 8.82% and the median housing price is $61,500, which is significantly less than the Texas average of $142,500.
Mineral Wells has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers. The area gets low levels of rain each year. Compared to other American cities, Mineral Wells has a moderate rate of crime and moderate air quality.