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Villa Seton - Port St Lucie, FL

Villa Seton

3300 SW Chartwell St

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-243-3078

Villa Seton is a senior community located at 3300 SW Chartwell St Apt 317 in Port St Lucie, Florida. With about 62,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 34953, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is ...

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Brooks Manor - Port St Lucie, FL

Brooks Manor

2043 SE Watercrest St

Port St Lucie, FL 34984

1-855-221-7955

Located at 2043 SE Watercrest St, Brooks Manor is a senior care facility serving Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area has an average population density, with roughly 15,000 residents in the zip code of 34984. It is ...

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The Palms Of St Lucie West - Port St Lucie, FL

The Palms Of St Lucie West

501 NW Cashmere Blvd

Port St Lucie, FL 34986

1-855-233-7205

Located close to the Port St. Lucie-River Park neighborhood, The Palms Of St Lucie West is a senior care facility in Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area is densely populated, with roughly 24,000 residents in the 34986 zip ...

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Perfect Kare - Port St Lucie, FL

Perfect Kare

5902 NW Wolverine Rd

Port St Lucie, FL 34986

1-855-222-1541

Located at 5902 NW Wolverine Rd, Perfect Kare is a senior care community serving Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median per-household income of $52,239. With roughly 24,000 individuals ...

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Puritan Manor - Port St Lucie, FL

Puritan Manor

1160 SE Puritan Ln

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-233-7205

Puritan Manor is a senior housing community located within the Port St. Lucie-River Park area of Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $49,735. It has ...

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Ridgecrest Assisted Living - Port St Lucie, FL

Ridgecrest Assisted Living

190 SW Ridgecrest Dr

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-233-7205

Located at 190 SW Ridgecrest Dr, Ridgecrest Assisted Living is a senior community serving Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with a median per-family income of $54,551. With approximately 62,000 individuals ...

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Serenity Care Center - Port St Lucie, FL

Serenity Care Center

619 SW Jaffe Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-221-7955

Serenity Care Center is a senior housing community located at 619 SW Jaffe Ave in Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with about 62,000 poeple living in the 34953 zip code. It is a ...

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Springfield Gardens - Port St Lucie, FL

Springfield Gardens

588 SW Ray Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-243-3078

Springfield Gardens is a senior housing facility located near the Port St. Lucie-River Park area of Port St Lucie, Florida. With a median per-household income of $49,735, the community is in a generally middle income area. It is ...

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Sunny Days ALF II - Port St Lucie, FL

Sunny Days ALF II

4645 SW Vahalla St

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-240-2530

Located at 4645 SW Vahalla St, Sunny Days ALF II is a senior community in Port St Lucie, Florida. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 62,000 individuals living in the 34953 zip code. With a median ...

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Treasure Coast ALF - Port St Lucie, FL

Treasure Coast ALF

642 SW Jacoby Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-243-3078

Treasure Coast ALF is a senior housing facility located at 642 SW Jacoby Ave in Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area has a dense population, with roughly 62,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 34953. With ...

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V and R Retirement - Port St Lucie, FL

V and R Retirement

356 NE Prima Vista Blvd

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-243-3078

Situated within the Port St. Lucie-River Park neighborhood, V and R Retirement is a senior community in Port St Lucie, Florida. The surrounding area is densely populated, with approximately 39,000 residents in the zip code of 34983. With ...

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The Circle Of Care - Port St Lucie, FL

The Circle Of Care

4161 SW Tumble St

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-238-4376

The Circle Of Care is a senior care community located at 4161 SW Tumble St in Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with a median per-household income of $54,551. With around ...

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Airoso Manor - Port St Lucie, FL

Airoso Manor

1802 SW Airoso Blvd

Port St Lucie, FL 34984

1-855-229-7494

Airoso Manor is a senior housing facility situated nearby the Port St. Lucie-River Park neighborhood of Port St Lucie, Florida. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with roughly 15,000 people residing in the zip code of 34984. ...

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Hope's Refuge - Port St Lucie, FL

Hope's Refuge

578 SW Violet Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-241-4685

Located near by the Port St. Lucie-River Park area of the city, Hope's Refuge is a senior housing community in Port St Lucie, Florida. The neighboring area is densely populated, with about 39,000 poeple living in the zip code ...

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Johanna's Assisted Living - Port St Lucie, FL

Johanna's Assisted Living

1958 SW Dorado Ln

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-240-2530

Located at 1958 SW Dorado Ln, Johanna's Assisted Living is a senior community in Port St Lucie, Florida. With an average per-household income of $54,551, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It is heavily populated, ...

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Morningside ALF - Port St Lucie, FL

Morningside ALF

2233 SE Morningside Blvd

Port St Lucie, FL 34952

1-855-222-1541

Morningside ALF is a senior housing community located at 2233 SE Morningside Blvd in Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area is densely populated, with roughly 39,000 individuals living in the 34952 zip code. With a median family ...

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The Cove at St. Lucie - Port St Lucie, FL

The Cove at St. Lucie

4400 NW Cove Cir

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-243-3078

Cove at St. Lucie is a senior community situated nearby the Port St. Lucie-River Park area of Port St Lucie, Florida. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with about 39,000 residents in the zip code of 34983. With ...

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Horizon Bay Port St. Lucie - Port St Lucie, FL

Horizon Bay Port St. Lucie

9825 South US Highway 1

Port St Lucie, FL 34952

1-855-243-3078

Situated close to the Port St. Lucie-River Park neighborhood, Horizon Bay Port St. Lucie is a senior community serving Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area is densely populated, with about 39,000 individuals residing in the 34952 zip code. ...

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The Brennity at Tradition - Port St Lucie, FL

The Brennity at Tradition

10685 SW Stony Creek Way

Port St Lucie, FL 34987

1-855-238-4376

Located at 10685 SW Stony Creek Way, The Brennity at Tradition is a senior housing facility serving Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a primarily upper class area, with a median household income of $82,157. It ...

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Bayamo Assisted Living - Port St Lucie, FL

Bayamo Assisted Living

1199 SW Bayamo Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-224-5130

Bayamo Assisted Living is a senior housing facility located at 1199 SW Bayamo Ave in Port St Lucie, Florida. With around 62,000 individuals living in the 34953 zip code, the encompassing area is densely populated. It is a ...

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Harmony Care Home - Port St Lucie, FL

Harmony Care Home

534 SE Thanksgiving Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34984

1-855-224-5130

Harmony Care Home is a residential care facility located at 534 SE Thanksgiving Ave in Port St Lucie, Florida. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with around 15,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 34984. It ...

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Baxter's Adult Home - Port St Lucie, FL

Baxter's Adult Home

1092 SW Majorca Ave

Port St Lucie, FL 34953

1-855-224-5130

Baxter's Adult Home is a 6 room residential care facility located in Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with a median per-household income of $54,551. With approximately 62,000 people residing in ...

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Nature's Edge - Port St Lucie, FL

Nature's Edge

699 NW Airoso Blvd

Port St Lucie, FL 34983

1-855-229-7494

Situated near the Port St. Lucie-River Park area of the city, Nature's Edge is a senior housing community in Port St Lucie, Florida. The community is in a mostly middle class area, with an average per-household income of $49,735. ...

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Nestled along the Atlantic coast between Fort Lauderdale and Melbourne, Port Saint Lucie, also known as Port St. Lucie, is a small, quiet city that's home about 200,000 residents. Seniors make up 19.9% of the population, which is similar to the statewide demographics. The city has a lot to offer seniors who are looking to enjoy a leisurely retirement lifestyle. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens is filled with stunning floral displays and landscaped walkways, making this a great place to spend a relaxing afternoon. The historic Elliott Museum is a must-see for car buffs, and the city has plenty of oceanfront trails and parks to explore. 

There are 48 assisted living communities in Port Saint Lucie, and the average cost of care is $3,500 per month according to Genworth Financial's 2019 Cost of Care Survey. Assisted living costs in Port Saint Lucie are on par with the statewide average and $551 below the national average of $4,051. 



The SeniorScore for Port Saint Lucie, Florida



There's a lot to consider when choosing a retirement destination, and the SeniorScore is designed to make that process easier for seniors and their loved ones. The SeniorScore includes data on more than 100 factors gathered from government databases and private sources to provide seniors with a simple way to compare various cities. Port Saint Lucie has a SeniorScore of 77, which is five points higher than the national average of 72. 

Port Saint Lucie ranked high in the General Quality of Life category with a score of 73. The air quality in the area is exceptionally good, which is important for those who suffer from breathing issues, such as asthma. The weather is also considered to be desirable, with long, hot summers and short, snow-free winters. 

In the Finances category, the city received a score of 68. Florida doesn't have a state income tax, which may help seniors stretch their retirement budget further than they can in many other areas. Assisted living costs are below the national average, but nursing home costs are relatively high, and that brings down the overall SeniorScore for the city. 

The city received a score of 65 in the Health & Safety category. There are plenty of Medicare-registered physicians in Port Saint Lucie, ensuring that finding a primary care provider is relatively easy. There are four hospitals in and around the city, including St. Lucie Medical Center and Savannas Hospital. Port Saint Lucie is one of the safest cities in Florida, and the rates of violent and property crime are low compared to other communities.

In the Recreation & Leisure category, the city received a score of 65. Golfers have plenty of options in the area, with 74 golf courses located within the city and the neighboring region. The city also has an exceptionally high number of churches at 63, and the city is home to 11 malls and shopping centers. 



SeniorScore™ for Port St Lucie, Florida



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.

77

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Port St Lucie scores higher than the Florida average of 76.
  • Port St Lucie scores higher than the national average of 72.
65

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 4 hospitals within close range of the city, including St Lucie Medical Center, Savannas Hospital, and Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute.
  • There are 59 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Bayamo Assisted Living, Soaring Eagle Assisted Living, and ICMA Retirement Corporation.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 79.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 181 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
65

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (30% of residents).
  • There are 74 golf courses in or around the city, including Dye Course at PGA Golf Club, PGA St. Lucie West Country Club, and Legacy Golf & Tennis Club, The.
  • There are 7 parks near the city center, including River Park Marina, Port St Lucie RV Resort, and Savannas Preserve State Park.
  • There are 63 churches in or near the city, including Sunlight Community Church, Temple Beth El Israel, and River of Life.
  • There are 11 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 112 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 7 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 6 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
68

Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.39% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.24% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.75%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Florida has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $62,049, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $49,588, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $23,803, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $34,800 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $99,463 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $13,000 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $41,985 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 13.35%, which is very high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
73

General Quality of Life

  • Port St Lucie receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Port St Lucie has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has very good air quality.
  • Port St Lucie has a dense population density of 1,577.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Port St Lucie have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very low public transportation ridership.
  • Port St Lucie has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 86.18%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Port Saint Lucie, Florida



According to Genworth Financial's 2019 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Port Saint Lucie are relatively affordable in comparison to the national average. The average monthly cost of assisted living in the city is $3,500, which is on par with the statewide average and $551 below the national average. 


At an average monthly cost of $3,500, Port Saint Lucie's assisted living costs are slightly higher than nearby cities, such as Sebastian ($3,375) and Miami ($3,250), and less than Palm Bay ($3,800) to the north. Across the state, assisted living costs are notably higher in Naples ($4,195), while just west of Port Saint Lucie the least-expensive assisted living costs in the state are found in Sebring ($2,836). In the northern region of Florida, costs are significantly higher in cities, such as Jacksonville ($4,263) and Panama City ($4,600). 

  • Sebring: $2,836
  • Miami: $3,250
  • Sebastian: $3,375
  • Port Saint Lucie: $3,500
  • Pensacola: $3,655
  • Palm Bay: $3,800
  • Crestview: $3,863
  • Naples: $4,195
  • Jacksonville: $4,263
  • Panama City: $4,600

 
 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Port Saint Lucie, Florida



Your Aging and Disability Resource Center

Florida's Department of Elder Affairs administers programs and services for seniors through a network of Area Agencies on Aging. In Port Saint Lucie, Your Aging and Disability Resource Center serves as the local AAA. Seniors can contact this nonprofit agency to learn about local resources designed to help seniors stay healthy, active and engaged, including long-term care options, financial aid programs and health insurance. 

1100 St. Lucie West Boulevard, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

(772) 467-0008

https://www.youragingresourcecenter.org

St. Lucie County Veteran Services

The St. Lucie County Veterans Services office provides free benefits counseling, advocacy services and information to eligible veterans, their spouses and survivors. Veteran Services Officers help vets apply for county, state and federal benefits, including the VA regular and enhanced pension programs, burial benefits and VA health care services. The office also maintains an extensive network of local resources to help veterans and their families secure affordable housing, transportation and support. 

2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982

(772) 462-1100

https://www.stlucieco.gov/departments-services/a-z/community-services/veteran-services

St. Lucie County Community Transit/Treasure Coast Connector

Seniors in St. Lucie can use St. Lucie County Community Transit, the local public transit service. This free transportation service operates seven fixed routes throughout the city, Indian River and Martin County, as well as a curb-to-curb, ADA-compliant on-demand service for seniors and people living with disabilities. Seniors must register for the On Demand Response service, and schedule their trips at least 24 hours in advance. 

437 North 7th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

(772) 464-7433

https://www.stlucieco.gov/departments-services/a-z/community-services/human-services/transportation-services


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much do assisted living facilities cost in the state of Florida?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Florida is roughly $100 per day (ranging from $28 to $264), $3,000 monthly (ranging from $850 to $7,920), and $36,000 per year (ranging from $10,200 to $95,040). By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.

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What is the cost of assisted living in Port St Lucie?

Answer
With a median cost of $2,900 monthly, or $34,800 annually, assisted living in Port St Lucie, Florida ranges from roughly $1,700 up to $4,350 monthly.

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What is included with assisted living?

Answer
Most assisted living facilities provide care in both shared and private rooms. They typically provide a variety of services such as help getting dressed, housekeeping help, meal preparation, social activities, and transportation assitance.

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Do any assisted living facilities in Port St Lucie accept Medicaid?

Answer
There are a few assisted living facilities in Port St Lucie that accept Medicaid, which include Sandhill Cove Retirement Living, Abbiejean Russell Care Center, Salerno Bay Health and Rehabilitation Center, The Manors of Hobe Sound, and The Gardens of Port St. Lucie.

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Are there a lot of seniors in Port St Lucie?

Answer
While the encompassing metropolitan area is home to 417,439 people, there are 181,438 living in the city itself. Residents 55 and over compose about 30% of the total population.

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