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Assisted Living in Pontotoc, Mississippi

There are 14 assisted living facilities near Pontotoc, Mississippi. The mean cost per day of assisted living in Mississippi is about $97, with costs ranging between $27 and $263 per day. On a monthly basis, this equates to a mean cost of $2,900, with costs ranging from about $800 to $7,875. The mean yearly cost is $34,800, which is less than the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Pontotoc, Mississippi



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.

64

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Pontotoc scores lower than the Mississippi average of 68.
  • Pontotoc 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Pontotoc Health Service Cah).
  • There are 8 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Graceland Care Center of Pontotoc, North Mississippi Medical Center-Pontotoc, and Sunshine Health Care.
  • There is a very low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very low number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 75.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 17 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 13 golf courses in or around the city, including Pontotoc Country Club, Tupelo Country Club, and Meadows, The.
  • There are 2 parks near the city center (Algoma City Park and Trace State Park).
  • There are 6 churches in or near the city, including First Assembly of God, Algoma United Methodist Church, and Church of Christ.
  • There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 21 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There is 1 gym or health club in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.20% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.63% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.50%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Mississippi has an average state income tax of 3.87%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $44,812, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $37,581, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $16,970, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $33,600 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $80,300 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $9,100 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $39,765 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.68%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very low 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

  • Pontotoc receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Pontotoc has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and warm summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Pontotoc has a very sparse population density of 70.0 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Pontotoc have an average daily commute time.
  • Pontotoc has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very low graduation rate of 74.44%.

Located within Pontotoc County, Pontotoc is a small city in the State of Mississippi. While the surrounding metro area is home to 1,188,211 people, there are 19,788 residing in the city limits. 24% of the local populace are 55 and over.

Pontotoc has a medium SeniorScore™ of 64. The city has an average per capita income of $17,000 and an average household income is $38,000 (the Mississippi state average is $34,000). The mean home price in Pontotoc is $132,000, which is somewhat higher than the Mississippi average of $114,000. Pontotoc also has a moderate unemployment rate of roughly 6.68%.

Pontotoc has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and balmy summers. The area receives very high amounts of rain annually. When compared to other cities, Pontotoc has above average air quality.

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Traceway Retirement Community - Tupelo, MS

Traceway Retirement Community

2800 W Main St

Tupelo, MS 38801

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Cedars Health Center - Tupelo, MS

Cedars Health Center

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Tupelo, MS 38801

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Avonlea Cottages - Tupelo, MS

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Tupelo, MS 38801

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Family Residency Residence - Tupelo, MS

Family Residency Residence

504 Willett St

Tupelo, MS 38801

1-855-233-7205

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Methodist Senior Services - Tupelo, MS

Methodist Senior Services

109 S Broadway St

Tupelo, MS 38804

1-855-238-4376

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Traceway Retirement Community - Tupelo, MS

Traceway Retirement Community

PO Box 1567

Tupelo, MS 38802

1-855-243-3078

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Dogwood Plantation of New Albany - New Albany, MS

Dogwood Plantation of New Albany

250 Fairfield Dr

New Albany, MS 38652

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The Blake at Oxford - Oxford, MS

The Blake at Oxford

110 Ed Perry Blvd

Oxford, MS 38655

1-855-243-3078

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