There are 35 independent living communities in Sarasota, Florida. Independent living costs in Florida range from about $16 up to $145 daily, with a mean expenditure running about $55. The monthly cost averages roughly $1,650 and ranges between $467 and $4,356. Yearly, the median cost is about $19,800, which is under the US average of $23,100.
The cost for independent living in Sarasota, FL can range from as little as $660 per month up to $3,288 per month. The median cost is $1,980 per month, or about $23,760 per year.
Sarasota is a mid-size city in Sarasota County, Florida. It is part of the Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice metropolitan area. It has a population of 232,625, with 568,391 residents in the surrounding metropolitan area. Residents 55 and over represent 42% of the population.
The SeniorScore™ for Sarasota is 81. The city has an average per capita income of $34,000. The median household income is $53,000 compared to the average of $40,000 for the entire state of Florida. The current unemployment rate is around 9.76% and the median home price is $255,000, which is somewhat higher than the state average of $208,500.
Sarasota has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very temperate summers. The city gets very heavy amounts of precipitation each year. Compared to other cities, Sarasota has a high rate of crime, very low water quality ratings, and moderate air quality.