There are 58 independent living communities in Seattle, Washington. The daily costs for independent living in Washington range from $18 up to $165, with an average cost running about $78. The monthly expense averages about $2,337 and ranges between $550 and $4,950. On an annual basis, the average cost is around $28,050, which is greater than the national average of $23,100.
The cost for independent living in Seattle generally ranges from as little as $1,015 per month up to $4,131 per month. The median cost is $2,338 per month, or about $28,050 yearly.
Seattle is a major city in King County in Washington. With 5,380,824 residents in the encompassing metro area and 837,792 within the city limits, it is the biggest city in the state. People over the age of 55 make up 23% of the total community.
Seattle has a good SeniorScore™ of 71. The city's mean household income is $61,000 ($38,000 per person), versus the average of $51,000 for the whole of Washington. The mean home price in Seattle is $312,000, which is relatively lower than the state average of $325,500. The city has a moderate unemployment rate of roughly 7.11%.
Seattle has tolerable average temperatures, with comfortable winters and pleasant summers. The city receives average levels of rain annually. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Seattle has very low air quality ratings, above average water quality ratings, and a higher than average rate of crime.