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Assisted Living in Oskaloosa, Iowa

There are 14 assisted living facilities serving Oskaloosa, Iowa. This includes 2 facilities in Oskaloosa and 12 nearby. The costs per day for assisted living in Iowa range from $31 up to $287, with a median expenditure running about $114. The monthly expense averages around $3,418 and ranges between $930 and $8,620. Yearly, the average cost is about $41,016, which is under the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Oskaloosa, 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.

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SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Oskaloosa scores lower than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Oskaloosa scores 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Mahaska Health Partnership).
  • There are 5 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Crystal Heights Care Center, Oskaloosa Care Center, and White Oak Estates, Inc..
  • There is an average 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 11 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (29% of residents).
  • There are 11 golf courses in or around the city, including Elmhurst Country Club, Edmundson Golf Course, and Prairie Knolls Country Club.
  • There are 5 parks near the city center, including Edmundson Park, Lake Keomah State Park, and Mahaska County Conservation.
  • There are 8 churches in or near the city, including Fellowship Bible Church, Landmark Church of God, and Park Church of Christ.
  • There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
  • There are 9 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 3 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.43% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.40% 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 $53,369, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $42,508, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $22,354, which is significantly 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 8.63%, which is average 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

  • Oskaloosa receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Oskaloosa has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Oskaloosa has a very sparse population density of 94.7 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Oskaloosa have a very short daily commute time.
  • Oskaloosa has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 89.35%.

Oskaloosa is a small city in Iowa. It is located within Mahaska County. While the surrounding metropolitan area contains 1,020,762 people, there are 15,055 living within the city itself. Around 29% of the local residents are over 55.

Oskaloosa has an average SeniorScore™ of 68. The city has a mean per capita income of $22,000. The median household income is $43,000 in comparison to the average of $52,000 for the entire state of Iowa. The current unemployment rate is around 8.63% and the median housing price is $153,000, which is somewhat lower than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Oskaloosa has harsh average temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The area gets low amounts of precipitation each year. In comparison to other American cities, Oskaloosa has good air quality.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Oskaloosa, Iowa



White Oak Estates - Oskaloosa, IA

White Oak Estates

914 N 12th St

Oskaloosa, IA 52577

1-855-241-4685

White Oak Estates is a 24 bed senior care facility located in Oskaloosa, Iowa. The surrounding area has an average population density, with roughly 16,000 poeple living in the zip code of 52577. It is a largely middle ...

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Vriendschap Village - Pella, IA

Vriendschap Village

2602 Fifield Rd

Pella, IA 50219

1-855-224-5130

Vriendschap Village is a senior housing facility located at 2602 Fifield Rd in Pella, Iowa. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with a median per-family income of $58,525. With roughly 15,000 residents in the 50219 ...

19 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Prairie Hills at Ottumwa - Ottumwa, IA

Prairie Hills at Ottumwa

173 E Rochester Rd

Ottumwa, IA 52501

1-855-221-7955

Located at 173 E Rochester Rd, Prairie Hills at Ottumwa is a senior housing facility in Ottumwa, Iowa. The surrounding area is densely populated, with roughly 31,000 residents in the 52501 zip code. With an average per-household income ...

20 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Parkview Cottage - Albia, IA

Parkview Cottage

645 N 8th St

Albia, IA 52531

1-855-240-2530

Parkview Cottage is a senior housing community located at 645 N 8th St in Albia, Iowa. The facility is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-household income of $41,983. With around 7,000 poeple living in ...

20 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Diamond Life Health Care - Montezuma, IA

Diamond Life Health Care

4912 Barnes City Rd

Montezuma, IA 50171

1-855-238-4376

Diamond Life Health Care is located at 4912 Barnes City Rd in Montezuma, Iowa. It is a 50 room skilled nursing facility. With an average family income of $53,403, the facility is in a primarily middle class area. ...

20 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Sigourney Health Care - Sigourney, IA

Sigourney Health Care

900 South Stone St

Sigourney, IA 52591

1-855-233-7205

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Sigourney Health Care is located at 900 South Stone St in Sigourney, Iowa. It is a 50 room skilled nursing facility. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-family income of $42,081. ...

22 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Manor House Care Center - Sigourney, IA

Manor House Care Center

1212 South Stuart St

Sigourney, IA 52591

1-855-241-4685

5 Reviews  

Manor House Care Center is a 72 unit senior care facility located in Sigourney, Iowa. With an average household income of $42,081, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It is sparsely populated, with approximately 4,000 ...

22 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Vista Woods Care Center - Ottumwa, IA

Vista Woods Care Center

Three Pennsylvania Pl

Ottumwa, IA 52501

1-855-233-7205

5 Reviews  

Vista Woods Care Center is located at Three Pennsylvania Pl in Ottumwa, Iowa. It is a 60 room senior care community. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 31,000 individuals living in the 52501 zip code. ...

22 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Pennsylvania Place - Ottumwa, IA

Pennsylvania Place

1 Pennsylvania Pl

Ottumwa, IA 52501

1-855-224-5130

Located at 1 Pennsylvania Pl Ofc, Pennyslvania Place is a senior housing community serving Ottumwa, Iowa. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with a median family income of $39,972. With roughly 31,000 residents in the ...

22 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Knoxville Residential - Knoxville, IA

Knoxville Residential

205 N Iowa St

Knoxville, IA 50138

1-855-240-2530

Knoxville Residential is a 29 room senior community. It is located at 205 N Iowa St in Knoxville, Iowa. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with approximately 13,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 50138. ...

25 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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Homestead of Knoxville - Knoxville, IA

Homestead of Knoxville

908 S Park Lane Dr

Knoxville, IA 50138

1-855-224-5130

Located at 908 S Park Lane Dr in Knoxville, Iowa, Homestead of Knoxville is a 122 bed senior housing community. With roughly 13,000 individuals living in the zip code of 50138, the encompassing area has an average population density. ...

25 miles away from Oskaloosa, IA

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