There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Wayland, Michigan. This includes 1 facility in Wayland and 19 nearby. The mean cost per day for assisted living in Michigan is around $107, with costs ranging between $25 and $262 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to an average expense of $3,200, with costs ranging from about $750 to $7,850. The mean yearly cost is $38,400, which is under the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Wayland, Michigan
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- Wayland scores lower than the Michigan average of 71.
- Wayland scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are no hospitals within close range of the city.
- There are 17 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including The Laurels of Sandy Creek, Carveth Village, and Barn Swallow Manor.
- 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 78.2, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 35 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a low property crime rate.
- The area has an average violent crime rate.
- The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (23% of residents).
- There are 79 golf courses in or around the city, including Red/Gold Course at Yankee Springs Golf Course, East Nine Course at Orchard Hills Golf Club, and Hidden Valley Country Club.
- There are 7 parks near the city center, including Yankee Springs State Recreation Area, Hungry Horse Campground, and Hidden Ridge RV Resort.
- There are 50 churches in or near the city, including Service Master Clean, St Cyril & Methodius Church, and Gun Lake Community.
- There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 21 grocery stores within the city.
- There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
- There are 18 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 3.54% of total income, which is significantly higher 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 6.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Michigan has an average state income tax of 3.91%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $60,809, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $53,402, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $23,650, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $27,000 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 $18,200 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $44,616 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 8.76%, which is average compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is very low compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Wayland receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Wayland has harsh mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has below average air quality.
- Wayland has a sparse population density of 182.8 people per square mile.
- Residents of Wayland have an average daily commute time.
- The city has a very low public transportation ridership.
- Wayland has a low public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has a high graduation rate of 91.03%.
Wayland is a small city in Allegan County within the State of Michigan. While the surrounding metro area is home to 1,454,781 people, there are 12,153 residing in the city. 23% of the local populace are over 55.
Wayland has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 69. The mean home price in the city is $201,000, which is relatively higher than the Michigan average of $177,000. Wayland has an average unemployment rate of roughly 8.76%. The city's mean household income is $53,000 ($24,000 per person), versus an average of $46,000 for the state of Michigan.
Wayland has extreme average temperatures, with moderate winters and pleasant summers. The city gets average levels of precipitation each year. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Wayland has an average crime rate and subpar air quality ratings.