There are 20 assisted living facilities near Stratford, Iowa. Assisted living costs in Iowa range from around $31 up to $287 per day, with an average expenditure running approximately $114. The per month cost averages around $3,418 and ranges between $930 and $8,620. Annually, the median cost is around $41,016, which is less than the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Stratford, Iowa
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- Stratford scores lower than the Iowa average of 75.
- Stratford scores higher than the national average of 72.
- There is a very low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Boone County Hospital).
- There are 7 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Stratford Specialty Care, Grandview Health Care Center, and Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation.
- There is a low 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 23 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- 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 Dayton Golf & Country Club, Boone Golf & Country Club, and Jewell Golf & Country Club.
- There are 4 parks near the city center, including Bells Mill Park, Dayton Oaks Camp, and Brushy Creek State Recreation Area.
- There are 5 churches in or near the city, including Baptist Church, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and Assembly of God Church.
- There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 2 grocery stores within the city.
- There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 2 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.26% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.44% 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 $54,994, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $41,844, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $24,473, which is lower 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 6.69%, which is average 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.
- Stratford receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Stratford has harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has above average air quality.
- Stratford has a very sparse population density of 17.1 people per square mile.
- Residents of Stratford have a short daily commute time.
- Stratford has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has a high graduation rate of 91.53%.
Located in Hamilton County, Stratford is a town in Iowa. The surrounding metro area has 1,020,762 inhabitants, but there are only 1,332 living within the city limits. The 55+ community currently represents around 34% of the overall population.
Stratford has a good SeniorScore™ of 72. The city has an average per capita income of $24,000. The mean household income is $42,000 versus the average of $52,000 for the whole of Iowa. The current unemployment rate is around 6.69% and the mean housing price is $141,000, which is lower than the Iowa average of $153,000.
Stratford has harsh mean temperatures, with severely cold winters and calm summers. The area gets low amounts of rainfall each year. In comparison to other cities, Stratford has above average air quality ratings.