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Assisted Living in Amherst, Ohio

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Amherst, Ohio. This includes 3 facilities in Amherst and 18 nearby. Assisted living costs in Ohio range from around $46 up to $326 daily, with a mean expense running approximately $132. The monthly expense averages roughly $3,971 and ranges between $1,385 and $9,780. Yearly, the median cost is about $47,646, which is over the nationwide average of $42,000.

The cost for assisted living in Amherst typically ranges from about $2,250 per month to $5,790 per month. The average cost is $4,246 per month, or about $50,946 yearly.




SeniorScore™ for Amherst, Ohio



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

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SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Amherst scores higher than the Ohio average of 76.
  • Amherst scores significantly higher than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 4 hospitals within close range of the city, including Amherst Hospital, Community Regional Medical Center, and Allen Community Hospital.
  • There are 28 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Amherst Manor Retirement Community, Amherst Manor Retirement Community, and Golden Acres Lorain County Nursing Home.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 77.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 132 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
  • There are 74 golf courses in or around the city, including Red Tail Golf Club, Fox Creek Golf & Racquet Club, and Emerald Valley Country Club.
  • There are 6 parks near the city center, including Tappan Square, The Canine Club, and John Repko Field.
  • There are 100 churches in or near the city, including Faith Baptist Church, Good Shepherd Baptist Church, and Nativity Church-South Amherst.
  • There are 10 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 74 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 5 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 40 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.16% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.35% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.88%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Ohio has an average state income tax of 2.51%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $71,291, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $63,568, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $27,308, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $50,946 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $91,980 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $14,560 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $45,188 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.62%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Amherst receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Amherst has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • This city has below average water quality.
  • Amherst has an average population density of 604.7 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Amherst have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a high public transportation ridership.
  • Amherst has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 92.22%.

Amherst is a small city in Lorain County, Ohio. It is part of the Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor metropolitan area. While the city includes 20,769 inhabitants, the surrounding metro area has a total population of 1,680,640. People 55 and over constitute 32% of the population.

Amherst has an outstanding SeniorScore™ of 81. The city has an average per capita income of $27,000 and an average household income is $64,000 (the Ohio state average is $49,000). The median housing price in Amherst is $228,000, which is higher than the state average of $177,000. Amherst also has a moderate unemployment rate of roughly 7.62%.

Amherst has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The city gets low amounts of precipitation annually. In comparison to other cities in the United States, Amherst has a very low rate of crime, above average air quality ratings, and subpar water quality ratings.

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The 1907 at Central School - Amherst, OH

The 1907 at Central School

474 Church Street

Amherst, OH 44001

1-855-224-5130

Located on Church Street in Amherst, Ohio, the Sandstone Center of the World, The 1907 at Central School is Sprenger Health Care's newest luxury Independent Lifestyle and Assisted Living property. Originally constructed in 1907 as Amherst Central School, The 1907 ...

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Elmcroft of Lorain - Lorain, OH

Elmcroft of Lorain

3290 Cooper Foster Park Rd W

Lorain, OH 44053

1-855-238-4376

Located at 3290 Cooper Foster Park Rd W, Elmcroft of Lorain is a senior community serving Lorain, Ohio. With an average per-household income of $43,614, the community is in a primarily middle class area. It has a medium-density ...

1 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Echoing Hills Village - Elyria, OH

Echoing Hills Village

175 Chadwick Ct

Elyria, OH 44035

1-855-238-4376

Echoing Hills Village is a senior housing facility located at 175 Chadwick Ct in Elyria, Ohio. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 65,000 individuals living in the 44035 zip code. With an average household income of ...

5 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Wesleyan Village - Elyria, OH

Wesleyan Village

807 West Ave

Elyria, OH 44035

1-855-229-7494

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Wesleyan Village is located at 807 West Ave in Elyria, Ohio. It is a 157 room senior care community. With around 65,000 residents in the zip code of 44035, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is ...

7 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Kendal at Oberlin - Oberlin, OH

Kendal at Oberlin

600 Kendal Dr

Oberlin, OH 44074

1-855-229-7494

5 Reviews  

Kendal at Oberlin is located at 600 Kendal Dr in Oberlin, Ohio. It is a 42 unit senior care facility. With around 13,000 people residing in the 44074 zip code, the surrounding area has a medium-density population. ...

7 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Sensi-Care No 4 - Elyria, OH

Sensi-Care No 4

1251 East Ave

Elyria, OH 44035

1-855-222-1541

Sensi-Care No 4 is a senior housing community located at 1251 East Ave in Elyria, Ohio. The community is in a mostly middle class area, with a median household income of $44,809. It is heavily populated, with around ...

7 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Avon Oaks - Avon, OH

Avon Oaks

37800 French Creek Rd

Avon, OH 44011

1-855-221-7955

5 Reviews  

Avon Oaks is a 105 room senior community. It is located at 37800 French Creek Rd in Avon, Ohio. With a median per-family income of $82,822, the facility is in a generally wealthier area. It is heavily ...

10 miles away from Amherst, OH

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RNS Adult Care Home - Sheffield Lake, OH

RNS Adult Care Home

379 Erieview Blvd

Sheffield Lake, OH 44054

1-855-243-3078

Located at 379 Erieview Blvd, RNS Adult Care Home is a family care home in Sheffield Lake, Ohio. The encompassing area has an average population density, with about 14,000 poeple living in the zip code of 44054. With ...

11 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Inn at Chappel Creek - Vermilion, OH

Inn at Chappel Creek

6010 W Lake Rd

Vermilion, OH 44089

1-855-241-4685

Located at 6010 W Lake Rd, Inn at Chappel Creek is a senior community serving Vermilion, Ohio. With a median household income of $54,440, the community is in a generally middle income area. It has a medium-density population, ...

11 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Silver Leaf Senior Home - Avon, OH

Silver Leaf Senior Home

2144 Center Rd

Avon, OH 44011

1-855-229-7494

Silver Leaf Senior Home is a senior community located at 2144 Center Rd in Avon, Ohio. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with around 22,000 residents in the 44011 zip code. With a median per-family income of $82,822, ...

12 miles away from Amherst, OH

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Five Stars Adult Care Home - Avon Lake, OH

Five Stars Adult Care Home

32980 Webber Rd

Avon Lake, OH 44012

1-855-222-1541

Five Stars Adult Care Home is a family care home located at 32980 Webber Rd in Avon Lake, Ohio. With an average family income of $85,262, the facility is in a largely affluent area. It is densely populated, ...

12 miles away from Amherst, OH

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