There are 39 independent living communities in Phoenix, Arizona. Independent living costs in Arizona range from about $20 up to $123 daily, with an average expense running around $58. The monthly expense averages about $1,732 and ranges between $605 and $3,685. On an annual basis, the mean cost is about $20,790, which is below the nationwide average of $23,100.
Independent living costs in Phoenix, AZ range from $770 per month up to $3,890 per month, with an average cost of about $1,788 per month. That equates to an annual cost of $21,450.
Located in Maricopa County, Phoenix is the capital of the State of Arizona. It is the largest city in Arizona. The encompassing area has 4,437,076 residents, but there are 1,312,922 within the city limits. About 18% of the residents are over the age of 55.
Phoenix has an above average SeniorScore™ of 74. The average housing price in the city is $136,500, which is lower than the state average of $183,000. Phoenix has a high unemployment rate of roughly 9.22%. The city's average household income is $48,000 ($24,000 on a per capita basis), vs the average of $36,000 for the whole of Arizona.
Phoenix has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers. The city receives ideal levels of rainfall each year. In relation to other cities, Phoenix has very low air quality ratings, lower than average water quality, and a higher than average crime rate.