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Assisted Living in Pottsville, Pennsylvania

There are 19 assisted living facilities serving Pottsville, Pennsylvania. This includes 2 facilities in Pottsville and 17 nearby. Assisted living costs in Pennsylvania range from around $31 up to $256 daily, with a median expense running approximately $109. The monthly expense averages about $3,280 and ranges between $925 and $7,677. Annually, the mean cost is around $39,360, which is under the national average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Pottsville, Pennsylvania



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

  • Pottsville scores lower than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
  • Pottsville scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, Schuylkill Medical Center - East Norwegian Street, and Saint Catherine Medical Center Fountain Springs.
  • There are 17 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Golden LivingCenter - York Terrace, Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill, and Manorcare Health Services - Pottsville.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 86 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (33% of residents).
  • There are 47 golf courses in or around the city, including Fountain Springs Country Club, Rolling Meadows Golf Course, and Schuylkill Country Club.
  • There are 3 parks near the city center, including Locust Lake State Park, Christmas Pines Campground, and Sweet Arrow Lake County Park.
  • There are 12 churches in or near the city, including Ott Randolph B, Schaediger Paul A, and Faith Assembly of God.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 50 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 21 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.84% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.57% 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%.
  • Pennsylvania has an average state income tax of 3.07%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $53,856, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $43,487, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $22,375, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $33,300 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $96,725 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $14,560 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.81%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is 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

  • Pottsville receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Pottsville has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • Pottsville has a sparse population density of 307.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Pottsville have a short daily commute time.
  • Pottsville has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 86.38%.

Located in Schuylkill County, Pottsville is a small city in Pennsylvania. While the encompassing metro area contains 1,546,595 residents, there are 23,990 living inside the city itself. The 55+ community represents approximately 33% of the overall population.

Pottsville has an average SeniorScore™ of 69. The city's mean household income is $43,000 ($22,000 per capita), vs an average of $51,000 for the state of Pennsylvania. The mean housing price in Pottsville is $135,000, which is much less than the Pennsylvania average of $213,000. The city has an average unemployment rate of about 6.81%.

Pottsville has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and mildly warm summers. The area receives very heavy amounts of rainfall annually. In relation to other American cities, Pottsville has an average crime rate and very poor air quality ratings.

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Laurel Center - Hamburg, PA

Laurel Center

125 Holly Rd

Hamburg, PA 19526

1-855-221-7955

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Laurel Center is a 130 unit senior housing facility located in Hamburg, Pennsylvania. With a median per-household income of $51,672, the community is in a generally middle income area. It has a medium-density population, with approximately 12,000 people ...

13 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Serenity Gardens Personal Care - Kulpmont, PA

Serenity Gardens Personal Care

135 Vermont Dr

Kulpmont, PA 17834

1-855-222-1541

Serenity Gardens Personal Care is a senior care community located at 135 Vermont Dr in Kulpmont, Pennsylvania. The facility is in a mostly low income area, with a median household income of $34,848. With about 5,000 residents in ...

16 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Heritage Mill Personal Care Home - Tower City, PA

Heritage Mill Personal Care Home

846 E Wiconisco Ave

Tower City, PA 17980

1-855-224-5130

Located at 846 E Wiconisco Ave, Heritage Mill Personal Care Home is a care home serving Tower City, Pennsylvania. With roughly 4,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 17980, the encompassing area is sparsely populated. It ...

19 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Edgemont Lodge - Lansford, PA

Edgemont Lodge

22 Edgemont Rd

Lansford, PA 18232

1-855-240-2530

Located at 22 Edgemont Rd, Edgemont Lodge is a senior housing community in Lansford, Pennsylvania. The encompassing area is sparsely populated, with approximately 5,000 residents in the 18232 zip code. With an average family income of $38,252, it ...

20 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Berks Leisure Living - Leesport, PA

Berks Leisure Living

1399 Fairview Dr

Leesport, PA 19533

1-855-222-1541

Berks Leisure Living is a senior housing community located at 1399 Fairview Dr in Leesport, Pennsylvania. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with roughly 9,000 individuals living in the 19533 zip code. With an average per-family income ...

20 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Rile's Home - Aide Haven - Myerstown, PA

Rile's Home - Aide Haven

409 East Lincoln Ave

Myerstown, PA 17067

1-855-229-7494

Rile's Home - Aide Haven is a 6 room senior housing facility. It is located at 409 East Lincoln Ave in Myerstown, Pennsylvania. With about 15,000 poeple living in the 17067 zip code, the neighboring area has a ...

21 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Stoneridge Towne Centre - Myerstown, PA

Stoneridge Towne Centre

7 West Park Ave

Myerstown, PA 17067

1-855-238-4376

5 Reviews  

Stoneridge Towne Centre is a 152 room senior housing facility. It is located at 7 West Park Ave in Myerstown, Pennsylvania. The surrounding area has an average population density, with around 15,000 people residing in the zip code ...

21 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Hearthstone at Maidencreek - Reading, PA

Hearthstone at Maidencreek

105 Dries Rd

Reading, PA 19605

1-855-229-7494

Hearthstone at Maidencreek is a senior community located at 105 Dries Rd in Reading, Pennsylvania. With an average per-household income of $56,479, the facility is in a predominantly middle class area. It has a medium-density population, with around ...

22 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Phoebe Berks Village - Wernersville, PA

Phoebe Berks Village

1 Heidelberg Dr

Wernersville, PA 19565

1-855-241-4685

5 Reviews  

Phoebe Berks Village is a 120 unit senior housing facility located in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 10,000 residents in the 19565 zip code. With an average per-household income of $67,631, it ...

22 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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Corrigan House - Hazleton, PA

Corrigan House

350 Hazle Township Blvd

Hazleton, PA 18202

1-855-229-7494

Located at 350 Hazle Township Blvd, Corrigan House is a senior housing community serving Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 13,000 residents in the zip code of 18202. With an average household income ...

24 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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The Laurels Senior Living Community - Hazleton, PA

The Laurels Senior Living Community

23 Faith Dr

Hazleton, PA 18202

1-855-238-4376

The Laurels Senior Living Community is a senior community located at 23 Faith Dr in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The community is in a largely middle income area, with an average family income of $38,378. With roughly 13,000 individuals residing ...

24 miles away from Pottsville, PA

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