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Assisted Living in Story City, Iowa

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Story City, Iowa. This includes 3 facilities in Story City and 18 nearby. The daily costs of assisted living in Iowa range from $31 to $287, with a median expense running about $114. The per month expense averages roughly $3,418 and ranges between $930 and $8,620. Yearly, the mean cost is about $41,016, which is less than the US average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Story City, IA can range from around $3,100 per month up to $5,140 per month, with an average cost of approximately $4,084 per month. This equates to an annual cost of about $49,005.




SeniorScore™ for Story City, 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.

79

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Story City scores higher than the Iowa average of 75.
  • Story City scores higher than the national average of 72.
73

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 (Mary Greeley Medical Center).
  • There are 10 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Cedar Place, Bethany Manor, and The Abington On Grand.
  • There is an average 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 40 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (34% of residents).
  • There are 24 golf courses in or around the city, including River Bend Municipal Golf Course, Jewell Golf & Country Club, and Homewood Golf Course.
  • There are 7 parks near the city center, including Story City City Hall, Whispering Oaks Campground, and Little Wall Lake County Park.
  • There are 14 churches in or near the city, including Church of Jesus Christ of Lds, Ellsworth Church of Christ, and Unity Church of Ames.
  • There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 6 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 12 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.78% of total income, which is lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.33% 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 $68,515, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $55,785, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,793, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $49,005 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $66,430 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $20,800 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $51,480 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 4.87%, which is low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average compared to national averages.
  • 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Story City receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Story City has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Story City has a very sparse population density of 54.1 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Story City have a very short daily commute time.
  • Story City has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 90.72%.

Story City is a town in Story County, Iowa. It is included in the Ames metropolitan area. While the city is home to only 4,420 residents, the surrounding statistical area contains a total population of 61,870. Those 55 and over make up around 34% of the total community.

Story City has a good SeniorScore™ of 79. The city has a median per capita income of $30,000 and a median household income is $56,000 (the Iowa state average is $52,000). The current unemployment rate is about 4.87% and the average home price is $207,000, which is somewhat higher than the Iowa average of $153,000.

Story City has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city receives low levels of precipitation annually. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Story City has better than average air quality and an exceptionally low rate of crime.

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Bethany Manor - Story City, IA

Bethany Manor

212 Lafayette St

Story City, IA 50248

1-855-221-7955

5 Reviews  

Located at 212 Lafayette St in Story City, Iowa, Bethany Manor is a 180 unit senior housing community. The facility is in a predominantly middle income area, with a median family income of $54,288. It has a sparse ...

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Cedar Place - Story City, IA

Cedar Place

812 Cedar St

Story City, IA 50248

1-855-240-2530

Cedar Place is a senior community located at 812 Cedar St Apt 102 in Story City, Iowa. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with an average per-family income of $54,288. With around 5,000 residents in ...

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Timberland Village - Story City, IA

Timberland Village

725 Timberland Dr

Story City, IA 50248

1-855-243-3078

Located at 725 Timberland Dr, Timberland Village is a senior care community in Story City, Iowa. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average household income of $54,288. It is sparsely populated, with about ...

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Bickford of Ames - Ames, IA

Bickford of Ames

2418 Kent Ave

Ames, IA 50010

1-855-240-2530

Located at 2418 Kent Ave, Bickford of Ames is a senior community in Ames, Iowa. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median household income of $49,179. With approximately 30,000 people residing in the ...

10 miles away from Story City, IA

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Rose of Ames - Ames, IA

Rose of Ames

1314 Coconino Rd

Ames, IA 50014

1-855-243-3078

Rose of Ames is a senior community located at 1314 Coconino Rd in Ames, Iowa. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with around 29,000 individuals residing in the 50014 zip code. With a median per-household income of $40,269, ...

12 miles away from Story City, IA

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The Rose of Ames - Ames, IA

The Rose of Ames

1315 Coconino Rd

Ames, IA 50014

1-855-221-7955

The Rose of Ames is a senior community located at 1315 Coconino Rd in Ames, Iowa. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 29,000 individuals living in the zip code of 50014. It is a largely middle ...

12 miles away from Story City, IA

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The Waterford at Ames - Ames, IA

The Waterford at Ames

1325 Coconino Rd

Ames, IA 50014

1-855-240-2530

5 Reviews  

Located at 1325 Coconino Rd, The Waterford at Ames is a senior care community serving Ames, Iowa. The surrounding area has a dense population, with around 29,000 poeple living in the zip code of 50014. With a median ...

13 miles away from Story City, IA

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Waterford at Ames - Ames, IA

Waterford at Ames

1325 Coconino Rd Ste 300

Ames, IA 50014

1-855-238-4376

Located at 1325 Coconino Rd Ste 300, Waterford at Ames is a senior housing facility in Ames, Iowa. With a median per-family income of $40,269, the community is in a generally middle class area. It is densely populated, ...

13 miles away from Story City, IA

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Windsor Manor - Nevada - Nevada, IA

Windsor Manor - Nevada

1642 South G Ave

Nevada, IA 50201

1-855-224-5130

Located at 1642 South G Ave, Windsor Manor - Nevada is a senior care community serving Nevada, Iowa. The facility is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-family income of $55,812. It has an average ...

14 miles away from Story City, IA

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Westhaven Community - Boone, IA

Westhaven Community

112 West 4th St

Boone, IA 50036

1-855-241-4685

5 Reviews  

Located at 112 West 4th St in Boone, Iowa, Westhaven Community is a 100 bed senior community. With roughly 17,000 individuals residing in the 50036 zip code, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. It is a largely ...

18 miles away from Story City, IA

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Windsor Manor - Webster City - Webster City, IA

Windsor Manor - Webster City

1401 Wall St

Webster City, IA 50595

1-855-241-4685

Windsor Manor - Webster City is a senior housing community located at 1401 Wall St in Webster City, Iowa. With a median per-household income of $41,091, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has a ...

23 miles away from Story City, IA

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Southfield Wellness Community - Webster City, IA

Southfield Wellness Community

2416 South Des Moines St

Webster City, IA 50595

1-855-233-7205

5 Reviews  

Southfield Wellness Community is an 88 room senior housing facility located in Webster City, Iowa. The community is in a generally middle class area, with an average household income of $41,091. With around 10,000 residents in the 50595 ...

23 miles away from Story City, IA

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Ogden Manor - Ogden, IA

Ogden Manor

625 East Oak St

Ogden, IA 50212

1-855-243-3078

5 Reviews  

Ogden Manor is a 46 bed senior care facility located in Ogden, Iowa. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median family income of $56,959. With approximately 4,000 individuals residing in the zip code ...

24 miles away from Story City, IA

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