There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Wendell, Idaho. This includes 1 facility in Wendell and 19 nearby. Assisted living costs in Idaho range from about $33 up to $175 daily, with an average expense running around $109. The monthly expense averages about $3,275 and ranges between $998 and $5,250. Yearly, the mean cost is about $39,300, which is under the US average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Wendell, Idaho
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- Wendell scores higher than the Idaho average of 64.
- Wendell scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Gooding County Mem Hospital).
- There are 10 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Magic Valley Manor, Stonebridge Assisted Living, and Ashley Manor - Jerome.
- There is a very low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
- There is a low number of fire stations serving the city.
- The average life expectancy is 79.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 16 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a very low property crime rate.
- The area has a low violent crime rate.
- The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (20% of residents).
- There are 4 golf courses in or around the city, including Gooding Golf Course, Clear Lake Country Club, and Jerome Country Club.
- There are 19 parks near the city center, including Intermountain Motor Homes & RV Camp, Box Canyon State Park, and Box Canyon Springs Preserve.
- There are 13 churches in or near the city, including Church of Christ, Christian Center of Hagerman, and Assembly of God.
- There are 2 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 3 grocery stores within the city.
- There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
- There is 1 gym or health club in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.00% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 0.67% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 7.50%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
- Idaho has an average state income tax of 5.42%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $52,447, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $43,729, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $17,228, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $42,000 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $87,600 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $25,480 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $45,188 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 3.29%, which is very low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Wendell receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
- Wendell has harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has very good air quality.
- Wendell has a very sparse population density of 47.1 people per square mile.
- Residents of Wendell have a very short daily commute time.
- Wendell has a very low public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has a very low graduation rate of 68.69%.
Wendell is a small city in the State of Idaho. It is located within Gooding County. While the encompassing metro area is home to 317,105 people, there are 5,405 residing in the city itself. About 20% of the population are over 55.
Wendell has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 66. The mean home price in the city is $205,500, which is relatively lower than the Idaho average of $238,500. Wendell has a low unemployment rate of around 3.29%. The city's mean household income is $44,000 ($17,000 per person), versus an average of $43,000 for the entire state of Idaho.
Wendell has extreme mean temperatures, with severely cold winters and calm summers. The city receives ideal levels of rainfall each year. In relation to other cities in the United States, Wendell has a low crime rate and very good air quality ratings.