There are 19 independent living communities serving Springfield, Missouri. This includes 11 communities in Springfield and 8 nearby. The mean daily cost for independent living in Missouri is about $46, with costs running between $20 and $124 per day. On a monthly basis, this equates to an average expense of $1,375, with costs ranging from around $602 up to $3,729. The mean annual cost is $16,500, which is below the US average of $23,100.
Independent living costs in Springfield, MO can range from about $825 per month to $2,607 per month, with a median cost of about $1,097 per month. This equates to an annual cost of $13,167.
Located in Greene County, Springfield is a medium sized city in the State of Missouri. It is the third biggest city in the state. While the city itself is home to 219,752 inhabitants, the encompassing area includes a population of 338,994. Those who are 55 and over comprise about 26% of the total population.
Springfield has an above average SeniorScore™ of 76. The city has an average per capita income of $24,000. The average household income is $41,000 vs the average of $43,000 for the state of Missouri. The current unemployment rate is about 8.04% and the average housing price is $88,500, which is significantly less than the state average of $153,000.
Springfield has mild average temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The city receives high levels of rain each year. Compared to other cities, Springfield has moderate air quality ratings and a very high rate of crime.