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Assisted Living in Perth Amboy, New Jersey

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Perth Amboy, New Jersey. This includes 1 facility in Perth Amboy and 19 nearby. Assisted living costs in New Jersey range from about $67 to $310 daily, with an average expenditure running around $181. The monthly expense averages roughly $5,430 and ranges between $2,008 and $9,300. Annually, the average cost is around $65,160, which is above the national average of $42,000.

The cost of assisted living in Perth Amboy, NJ generally ranges from around $3,280 per month up to $10,050 per month. The average cost is approximately $6,950 per month, or about $83,400 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Perth Amboy, New Jersey



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

  • Perth Amboy scores significantly lower than the New Jersey average of 76.
  • Perth Amboy 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 16 hospitals within close range of the city, including Raritan Bay Medical Center, Woodbridge Development Center, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway.
  • There are 113 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Aristacare at Alameda Center, Amboy Care Center, and St Joseph's Senior Home.
  • 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 80.3, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 1235 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (19% of residents).
  • There are 146 golf courses in or around the city, including South Shore Golf Course, Colonia Country Club, and Colonia Country Club.
  • There are 16 parks near the city center, including Long Pond Park, Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve, and Bloomingdale Park.
  • There are 490 churches in or near the city, including Second Baptist Church, Holy Trinity Parish, and Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
  • There are 6 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 755 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 25 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 274 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 6.65% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.76% 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%.
  • New Jersey has an average state income tax of 2.43%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $61,232, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $46,599, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $21,341, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $83,400 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $137,616 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $21,970 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $49,192 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.72%, which is average 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

  • Perth Amboy receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Perth Amboy has average mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Perth Amboy has a very dense population density of 10,227.1 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Perth Amboy have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Perth Amboy has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very low graduation rate of 69.13%.

Perth Amboy is a mid-size city in Middlesex County within New Jersey. It is included in the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island metro area. Though the city itself contains 53,099 people, the encompassing metropolitan area contains a total population of 5,372,907. People over the age of 55 compose about 19% of the community.

Perth Amboy has a below average SeniorScore™ of 55. The city has an average per capita income of $21,000 and an average household income is $47,000 (the New Jersey state average is $84,000). The average housing price in Perth Amboy is $190,500, which is significantly lower than the state average of $547,500. Perth Amboy has a moderate unemployment rate of about 6.72%.

Perth Amboy has moderate average temperatures, with moderate winters and calm summers. The city gets very high amounts of rain each year. In comparison to other American cities, Perth Amboy has average water quality, low air quality ratings, and a higher than average crime rate.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Perth Amboy, New Jersey



St Joseph's Senior Home - Woodbridge, NJ

St Joseph's Senior Home

1-3 St Joseph's Terrace

Woodbridge, NJ 07095

1-855-238-4376

5 Reviews  

St Joseph's Senior Home is located near the Charleston area of Woodbridge, New Jersey. It is a 51 room senior care community. The community is in a mostly upscale area, with an average household income of $76,614. ...

2 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Heritage at Clara Barton - Edison, NJ

Heritage at Clara Barton

1015 Amboy Ave Ste 1

Edison, NJ 08837

1-855-240-2530

Located at 1015 Amboy Ave Ste 1, Heritage at Clara Barton is a senior housing community serving Edison, New Jersey. With an average household income of $65,787, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It has ...

4 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Madison Center - Matawan, NJ

Madison Center

625 State Highway 34

Matawan, NJ 07747

1-855-222-1541

6 Reviews  

Madison Center is located near the Strathmore neighborhood of Matawan, New Jersey. It is a 183 bed senior community. The facility is in a predominantly affluent area, with a median per-household income of $92,283. It has a ...

7 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Chelsea Senior Residences - South River, NJ

Chelsea Senior Residences

316 South Avenue

South River, NJ 08882

1-855-224-5130

Chelsea Senior Residences is a senior community located at 316 South Avenue in South River, New Jersey. The neighboring area has an average population density, with about 17,000 poeple living in the 08882 zip code. With a median ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Westfield Center - Westfield, NJ

Westfield Center

1515 Lamberts Mill Rd

Westfield, NJ 07090

1-855-224-5130

17 Reviews  

Located at 1515 Lamberts Mill Rd in Westfield, New Jersey, Westfield Center is a 227 bed senior care community. The facility is in a predominantly affluent area, with an average per-household income of $132,953. It is heavily populated, ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Darrow Street Group Home - South River, NJ

Darrow Street Group Home

32 Darrow St

South River, NJ 08882

1-855-243-3078

Located at 32 Darrow St, Darrow Street Group Home is a senior community in South River, New Jersey. With around 17,000 individuals residing in the 08882 zip code, the neighboring area has an average population density. It is ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Bayside Manor - Keansburg, NJ

Bayside Manor

7 Laurel Ave

Keansburg, NJ 07734

1-855-238-4376

4 Reviews  

Located in the North Middletown area of the city, Bayside Manor is a senior housing community serving Keansburg, New Jersey. With an average per-family income of $49,908, the facility is in a predominantly middle income area. It has ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Atria Cranford - Cranford, NJ

Atria Cranford

10 Jackson Dr

Cranford, NJ 07016

1-855-240-2530

Atria Cranford is a senior community for people 65 and over situated in Cranford, New Jersey. The encompassing area is densely populated, with approximately 24,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 07016. It is a largely wealthier ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Victoria Healthcare Center - Matawan, NJ

Victoria Healthcare Center

38 Freneau Ave

Matawan, NJ 07747

1-855-222-1541

Situated in the Strathmore area of the city, Victoria Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility in Matawan, New Jersey. With an average per-family income of $92,283, the facility is in a primarily upscale area. It is heavily ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Atrium at Matawan - Matawan, NJ

Atrium at Matawan

38 Freneau Ave

Matawan, NJ 07747

1-855-233-7205

Facility amenities include a TV and media area, an outdoor garden, an on-site beautician, outdoor walking paths, and a community dining hall. Also offered are arts and crafts ...

8 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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The Willows at Holmdel - Holmdel, NJ

The Willows at Holmdel

713 N Beers St

Holmdel, NJ 07733

1-855-243-3078

1 Review  

Situated within the Strathmore area of the city, The Willows at Holmdel is a senior care facility in Holmdel, New Jersey. The community is in a mostly upper class area, with a median per-family income of $144,078. It ...

9 miles away from Perth Amboy, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much does assisted living cost in New Jersey?

Answer
The average cost of assisted living in New Jersey is about $181 per day (ranging from $67 to $310), $5,430 monthly (ranging from $2,008 to $9,300), and $65,160 per year (ranging from $24,096 to $111,600). By comparison, the national averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.

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How much is assisted living in Perth Amboy?

Answer
With a mean cost of $6,950 monthly, or $83,400 yearly, assisted living in Perth Amboy, New Jersey ranges from around $3,280 to $10,050 per month.

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What does assisted living include?

Answer
Assisted living usually includes social programs, basic medical care, housekeeping services, 24-hour supervision, and religious programs. Care can be offered in a shared or private room.

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Which assisted living facilities in Perth Amboy accept Medicaid?

Answer
Bethel Nursing and Rehab Center, Rebekah Rehab and Extended Care Center, Merry Heart, Leisure Park Health Center, and Brighton Gardens of Edison accept Medicaid for assisted living in Perth Amboy.

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What are the demographics of Perth Amboy?

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While the surrounding statistical area includes 5,077,245 residents, there are 53,099 living in the city. The 55-and-over community constitutes approximately 19% of the overall population.

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