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Assisted Living in Salem, Massachusetts

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Salem, Massachusetts. This includes 1 facility in Salem and 19 nearby. The daily costs of assisted living in Massachusetts range from $42 to $254, with a mean expenditure running around $175. The monthly cost averages around $5,247 and ranges between $1,263 and $7,613. Yearly, the mean cost is around $62,964, which is above the US average of $42,000.

The cost for assisted living in Salem ranges from $3,750 per month up to $9,495 per month. The average cost is around $5,560 per month, or about $66,720 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Salem, Massachusetts



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

  • Salem scores lower than the Massachusetts average of 77.
  • Salem scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 8 hospitals within close range of the city, including North Shore Medical Center, Shaughnessy-kaplan Rehab Hosp, and Beverly Hospital Corporation.
  • There are 113 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including John Bertram House, Spaulding Outpatient Center Salem, and Devereux House Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 527 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has an average property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (25% of residents).
  • There are 117 golf courses in or around the city, including Kernwood Country Club, Salem Municipal Golf Course, and Tedesco Country Club.
  • There are 11 parks near the city center, including Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem Common, and Fort Sewall.
  • There are 198 churches in or near the city, including St James Rectory, St Joseph\'s Hall, and St John the Baptist Church.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 301 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 15 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 207 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.27% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.00% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.25%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Massachusetts has an average state income tax of 4.74%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $70,501, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $56,203, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $30,993, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $66,720 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $148,738 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $15,600 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $60,632 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 10.20%, which is high 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

  • Salem receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Salem has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • This city has very good water quality.
  • Salem has a dense population density of 5,069.6 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Salem have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Salem has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 87.87%.

Located within Essex County, Salem is a small city in Massachusetts. It is part of the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy metro area. While the surrounding area is home to 3,325,860 people, there are 41,109 living inside the city. Residents who are over 55 represent approximately 25% of the community.

The SeniorScore™ for Salem is 70. The city has a median per capita income of $31,000. The average household income is $56,000 vs the average of $73,000 for the whole of Massachusetts. The current unemployment rate is around 10.2% and the average housing price is $228,000, which is much less than the Massachusetts average of $514,500.

Salem has harsh average temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city gets high levels of precipitation annually. Salem has moderate air quality, very good water quality, and an average crime rate in comparison to similarly-sized cities.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, Massachusetts



John Bertram House - Salem, MA

John Bertram House

29 Washington Sq

Salem, MA 01970

1-855-224-5130

Located at 29 Washington Sq, John Bertram House is a senior housing facility serving Salem, Massachusetts. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with around 42,000 individuals residing in the 01970 zip code. With a median household income of ...

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Sunrise at Gardner Park - Peabody, MA

Sunrise at Gardner Park

73 Margin St

Peabody, MA 01960

1-855-222-1541

1 Review  

Located at 73 Margin St, Sunrise at Gardner Park is a senior housing facility serving Peabody, Massachusetts. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with about 52,000 people residing in the zip code of 01960. It is a predominantly ...

2 miles away from Salem, MA

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Harborlight House Properties - Beverly, MA

Harborlight House Properties

1 Monument Sq

Beverly, MA 01915

1-855-238-4376

Harborlight House Properties is a senior housing community located at 1 Monument Sq in Beverly, Massachusetts. The surrounding area has a dense population, with about 41,000 individuals residing in the 01915 zip code. It is a generally middle ...

3 miles away from Salem, MA

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Brightview Danvers - Danvers, MA

Brightview Danvers

50 Endicott St

Danvers, MA 01923

1-855-221-7955

4 Reviews  

Brightview Danvers is a senior care community located at 50 Endicott St in Danvers, Massachusetts. The facility is in a predominantly upscale area, with a median household income of $76,695. With approximately 27,000 people residing in the zip ...

3 miles away from Salem, MA

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Lynn Home For Elderly Persons - Lynn, MA

Lynn Home For Elderly Persons

1 Atlantic Ter

Lynn, MA 01902

1-855-241-4685

Lynn Home For Elderly Persons is a senior housing facility located at 1 Atlantic Ter in Lynn, Massachusetts. With an average family income of $38,107, the facility is in a predominantly middle class area. It is densely populated, ...

4 miles away from Salem, MA

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Harriett and Ralph Kaplan Estates - Peabody, MA

Harriett and Ralph Kaplan Estates

240 Lynnfield St

Peabody, MA 01960

1-855-238-4376

Located at 240 Lynnfield St, Harriett and Ralph Kaplan Estates is a senior care community serving Peabody, Massachusetts. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with an average household income of $67,119. It is densely populated, ...

4 miles away from Salem, MA

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Herrick House - Beverly, MA

Herrick House

89 Herrick St

Beverly, MA 01915

1-855-224-5130

Herrick House is a senior housing community located at 89 Herrick St in Beverly, Massachusetts. With about 41,000 people residing in the 01915 zip code, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is a largely middle class area, ...

4 miles away from Salem, MA

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Brookdale Danvers - Danvers, MA

Brookdale Danvers

220 Conant St

Danvers, MA 01923

1-855-241-4685

Brookdale Danvers is a senior community serving those 55 and over. It is located at 220 Conant St in Danvers, Massachusetts. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with roughly 27,000 residents in the 01923 zip code. It ...

4 miles away from Salem, MA

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Baker Manor Rest Home - Lynn, MA

Baker Manor Rest Home

16 Baker St

Lynn, MA 01902

1-855-224-5130

Baker Manor Rest Home is a senior community located at 16 Baker St in Lynn, Massachusetts. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with a median per-family income of $38,107. With roughly 46,000 residents in the ...

5 miles away from Salem, MA

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Brooksby Village - Peabody, MA

Brooksby Village

100 Brooksby Village Dr

Peabody, MA 01960

1-855-240-2530

1 Review  

Brooksby Village is a senior housing facility located at 100 Brooksby Village Dr in Peabody, Massachusetts. With an average household income of $67,119, the community is in a primarily middle class area. It is heavily populated, with approximately ...

5 miles away from Salem, MA

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Twin Oaks Center - Danvers, MA

Twin Oaks Center

63 Locust St

Danvers, MA 01923

1-855-233-7205

5 Reviews  

Twin Oaks Center is a 101 room senior housing community. It is located at 63 Locust St in Danvers, Massachusetts. The facility is in a mostly well-to-do area, with an average household income of $76,695. It is ...

5 miles away from Salem, MA

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Putnam Farm at Danvers - Danvers, MA

Putnam Farm at Danvers

9 Summer St

Danvers, MA 01923

1-855-222-1541

1 Review  

Putnam Farm at Danvers is a senior housing community located at 9 Summer St in Danvers, Massachusetts. The facility is in a primarily upper class area, with a median household income of $76,695. With around 27,000 individuals living ...

5 miles away from Salem, MA

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Seasons of Danvers - Danvers, MA

Seasons of Danvers

44 Summer St

Danvers, MA 01923

1-855-224-5130

9 Reviews  

Seasons of Danvers is a senior community located at 44 Summer St in Danvers, Massachusetts. The neighboring area is densely populated, with about 27,000 poeple living in the zip code of 01923. With a median per-household income of ...

5 miles away from Salem, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions



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What does assisted living cost in the state of Massachusetts?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Massachusetts averages about $175 per day, $5,247 monthly, and $62,964 per year. By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 yearly.

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How much do assisted living facilities cost in Salem?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Salem, Massachusetts ranges between approximately $3,750 and $9,495 monthly. The average cost is approximately $5,560 monthly, or around $66,720 annually.

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What services are offered with assisted living?

Answer
Services administered in assisted living facilities commonly include transportation assitance, assistance with medication, incontinence care, help getting dressed, and regular medical care.

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Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Salem?

Answer
Greenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Eliot Center For Health and Rehabilitation, The Reservoir Center For Health and Rehabilitation, Langdon Place of Dover, and Town and Country Health Care Center accept Medicaid for assisted living in Salem.

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How many seniors are there in Salem?

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Though the city itself has 41,109 residents, the encompassing metropolitan area includes a total population of 3,839,214. About 25% of the residents are 55 and over.

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