There are 17 independent living communities serving Ocala, Florida. This includes 8 communities in Ocala and 9 nearby. Independent living costs in Florida range from about $16 up to $145 daily, with an average cost running approximately $55. The per month expense averages about $1,650 and ranges between $467 and $4,356. Yearly, the mean cost is about $19,800, which is less than the US average of $23,100.
Independent living costs in Ocala range from about $697 per month to $3,094 per month, with an average cost of around $1,881 per month. This equates to a yearly cost of $22,572.
Located in Marion County, Ocala is a medium sized city in Florida. Though the surrounding statistical area has 246,445 inhabitants, there are 207,224 within the city itself. People over 55 make up 36% of the total community.
Ocala has a good SeniorScore™ of 78. The city's average household income is $41,000 ($23,000 per capita), in comparison to the average of $40,000 for the state of Florida. The average home price in Ocala is $138,000, which is significantly lower than the Florida average of $208,500. The city also has a high unemployment rate of approximately 11.74%.
Ocala has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The area receives very heavy levels of rain annually. In comparison to similarly-sized cities, Ocala has above average air quality ratings and a high rate of crime.