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Assisted Living in Spencer, Iowa

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Spencer, Iowa. This includes 4 facilities in Spencer and 17 nearby. The median cost / day for assisted living in Iowa is $114, with costs running between $31 and $287 per day. On a monthly basis, this equates to an average expenditure of $3,418, with costs ranging from about $930 to $8,620. The median annual cost is $41,016, which is under the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Spencer, Iowa



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

  • Spencer scores lower than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Spencer 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Spencer Municipal Hospital).
  • There are 6 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Cobble Creek Assisted Living of Spencer, Longhouse-Northshire, and Hillside Terrace.
  • There is an average 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 23 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has an average property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
  • There are 20 golf courses in or around the city, including Spencer Golf & Country Club, Spencer Municipal Golf Course, and Woodlyn Hills Golf Course.
  • There are 4 parks near the city center, including West Leach Park, East Leach Park Campground, and Scharnberg Park.
  • There are 4 churches in or near the city, including Church of Jesus Christ of Lds, Church of Jesus Christ of Lds, and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
  • There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 5 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 2 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.22% of total income, which is significantly lower 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 7.00%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Iowa has an average state income tax of 4.60%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $60,380, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $44,735, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $26,734, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $37,650 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $65,700 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $15,600 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $50,061 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 4.28%, which is very low 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.
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General Quality of Life

  • Spencer receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Spencer has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • Spencer has a very sparse population density of 81.2 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Spencer have a very short daily commute time.
  • Spencer has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 92.54%.

Located within Clay County, Spencer is a small city in the State of Iowa. While the encompassing metropolitan area is home to 1,020,762 people, there are 12,691 living in the city limits. About 32% of the population are over 55.

Spencer has an above average SeniorScore™ of 70. The city has a mean per capita income of $27,000. The mean household income is $45,000 versus an average of $52,000 for the entire state of Iowa. The current unemployment rate is about 4.28% and the mean home price is $168,000, which is somewhat higher than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Spencer has very harsh mean temperatures, with severely cold winters and calm summers. The city receives low amounts of rain annually. In comparison to other cities in the US, Spencer has low air quality and a lower than average crime rate.

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Hillside Terrace - Spencer, IA

Hillside Terrace

1209 12th St SE

Spencer, IA 51301

1-855-241-4685

Hillside Terrace is a senior housing community located at 1209 12th St SE in Spencer, Iowa. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median family income of $42,608. With approximately 14,000 individuals living in ...

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Riverview Terrace - Spencer, IA

Riverview Terrace

1501 St Luke Dr

Spencer, IA 51301

1-855-229-7494

Located at 1501 St Luke Dr, Riverview Terrace is a senior community serving Spencer, Iowa. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with around 14,000 individuals living in the zip code of 51301. It is a predominantly middle ...

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Morningside Estates - Hartley, IA

Morningside Estates

820 1st St NE

Hartley, IA 51346

1-855-221-7955

Located at 820 1st St NE, Morningside Estates is a senior care facility in Hartley, Iowa. With roughly 3,000 individuals living in the zip code of 51346, the surrounding area is sparsely populated. It is a generally middle ...

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The Pride Group at Okoboji - Okoboji, IA

The Pride Group at Okoboji

2273 170th St

Okoboji, IA 51355

1-855-240-2530

The Pride Group at Okoboji is located at 2273 170th St in Okoboji, Iowa. It is a 38 room senior housing facility. With an average per-household income of $52,917, the community is in a primarily middle class area. ...

18 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Hilltop Care Center - Spirit Lake, IA

Hilltop Care Center

1912 Zenith Ave

Spirit Lake, IA 51360

1-855-224-5130

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Hilltop Care Center is a 120 room senior community located in Spirit Lake, Iowa. The facility is in a predominantly wealthier area, with an average per-household income of $91,336. It has an average population density, with about 9,000 ...

20 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Pride Group at Primghar - Primghar, IA

Pride Group at Primghar

6059 390th St

Primghar, IA 51245

1-855-224-5130

Pride Group at Primghar is a senior housing community located at 6059 390th St in Primghar, Iowa. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with an average per-family income of $45,196. It has a sparse population, ...

23 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Lakeside Lutheran Home - Emmetsburg, IA

Lakeside Lutheran Home

301 North Lawler St

Emmetsburg, IA 50536

1-855-229-7494

6 Reviews  

Lakeside Lutheran Home is a 60 room senior care facility located in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-household income of $43,209. With approximately 6,000 individuals living in the 50536 ...

24 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Emerald Oaks Assisted Living - Emmetsburg, IA

Emerald Oaks Assisted Living

2603 17th St

Emmetsburg, IA 50536

1-855-221-7955

Emerald Oaks Assisted Living is a 24 room senior community. It is located at 2603 17th St in Emmetsburg, Iowa. The community is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-family income of $43,209. With ...

24 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Prairie View Home - Sanborn, IA

Prairie View Home

610 Eastern St

Sanborn, IA 51248

1-855-238-4376

5 Reviews  

Prairie View Home is a 73 room senior housing community situated in Sanborn, Iowa. The neighboring area has a sparse population, with around 3,000 residents in the zip code of 51248. It is a mostly middle class area, ...

25 miles away from Spencer, IA

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Prairie View Manor - Sanborn, IA

Prairie View Manor

1002 Sunrise Ave Apt 119

Sanborn, IA 51248

1-855-238-4376

Located at 1002 Sunrise Ave Apt 119, Prairie View Manor is a senior care community in Sanborn, Iowa. The surrounding area has a sparse population, with around 3,000 residents in the zip code of 51248. With a median ...

25 miles away from Spencer, IA

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