There are 20 independent living communities serving Ionia, Michigan. This includes 2 communities in Ionia and 18 nearby. The median cost per day for independent living in Michigan is around $59, with costs ranging between $14 and $144 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to an average expenditure of $1,760, with costs ranging from around $412 up to $4,317. The median annual cost is $21,120, which is below the national average of $23,100.
Located within Ionia County, Ionia is a small city in Michigan. It is part of the Grand Rapids-Wyoming metro area. While the city is home to 20,269 people, the encompassing metro area includes a total population of 611,236. The 55-and-over community currently makes up around 20% of the overall population.
The SeniorScore™ for Ionia is 62. The average housing price in the city is $142,500, which is somewhat lower than the state average of $177,000. Ionia has a high unemployment rate of approximately 13.87%. The city's average household income is $38,000 ($16,000 per capita), vs the average of $46,000 for the whole of Michigan.
Ionia has harsh mean temperatures, with bitterly cold winters and calm summers. The city receives low levels of precipitation annually. Ionia has moderate air quality ratings and an average rate of crime compared to other cities.