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Assisted Living in Athens, Ohio

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Athens, Ohio. This includes 1 facility in Athens and 19 nearby. The costs per day for assisted living in Ohio range from $46 up to $326, with a median cost running around $132. The per month expense averages roughly $3,971 and ranges between $1,385 and $9,780. Yearly, the median cost is around $47,646, which is over the national average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Athens, 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

  • Athens scores significantly lower than the Ohio average of 76.
  • Athens scores lower 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (O'bleness Memorial Hospital).
  • There are 4 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Kimes Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, The Laurels of Athens, and Hickory Creek of Athens.
  • There is an average number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a low number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 77.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 38 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 very low percentage of seniors in the population (14% of residents).
  • There are 12 golf courses in or around the city, including Elm Golf Course, Athens Country Club, and Forest Hills Golf Course.
  • There are 6 parks near the city center, including Richland Avenue Park, Sells Park, and Strouds Run State Park.
  • There are 6 churches in or near the city, including 7Th Day Adventist Church, A Cme LLC, and Alexander Presbyterian Church.
  • There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 20 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 4 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 4 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.89% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.22% 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 $50,695, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $32,366, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $17,201, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $46,290 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $80,300 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $15,080 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $39,468 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 10.17%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
  • 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Athens receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Athens has average mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very good air quality.
  • Athens has a sparse population density of 230.2 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Athens have a very short daily commute time.
  • Athens has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 92.35%.

Located within Athens County, Athens is a small city in Ohio. While the encompassing metropolitan area includes 1,765,603 residents, there are 34,122 living within the city. 14% of the population are 55 and over.

Athens has an average SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has a median per capita income of $17,000 and a median household income is $32,000 (the Ohio state average is $49,000). The current unemployment rate is around 10.17% and the median housing price is $228,000, which is higher than the state average of $177,000.

Athens has medium average temperatures, with cold winters and mildly warm summers. The area receives average amounts of rain annually. In comparison to other cities, Athens has a very low rate of crime and very good air quality ratings.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Athens, Ohio



Darst's Private Care Home - Pomeroy, OH

Darst's Private Care Home

33164 Childrens Home Rd

Pomeroy, OH 45769

1-855-224-5130

Darst's Private Care Home is a care home located at 33164 Childrens Home Rd in Pomeroy, Ohio. With a median household income of $34,670, the community is in a primarily working class area. It has a sparse population, ...

19 miles away from Athens, OH

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Logan Health Care - Logan, OH

Logan Health Care

300 Arlington Ave

Logan, OH 43138

1-855-243-3078

5 Reviews  

Located at 300 Arlington Ave in Logan, Ohio, Logan Health Care is a 144 unit skilled nursing facility. With roughly 19,000 poeple living in the zip code of 43138, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. It is ...

22 miles away from Athens, OH

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Huston Nursing Home - Hamden, OH

Huston Nursing Home

38500 State Route 160

Hamden, OH 45634

1-855-229-7494

5 Reviews  

Huston Nursing Home is located at 38500 State Route 160 in Hamden, Ohio. It is a 50 bed skilled nursing facility. The facility is in a predominantly working class area, with an average household income of $31,990. ...

24 miles away from Athens, OH

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New Lexington Center - New Lexington, OH

New Lexington Center

920 S Main St

New Lexington, OH 43764

1-855-233-7205

New Lexington Center is a 97 bed senior care community located in New Lexington, Ohio. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average family income of $40,144. With roughly 10,000 individuals residing in ...

27 miles away from Athens, OH

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Highland Oaks Health Center - Mcconnelsville, OH

Highland Oaks Health Center

4114 North State Route 376 NW

Mcconnelsville, OH 43756

1-855-222-1541

5 Reviews  

Located at 4114 North State Route 376 NW in Mcconnelsville, Ohio, Highland Oaks Health Center is a 111 bed nursing care facility. The community is in a generally working class area, with an average per-household income of $21,660. ...

27 miles away from Athens, OH

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Willows Center - Parkersburg, WV

Willows Center

723 Summers St

Parkersburg, WV 26101

1-855-221-7955

6 Reviews  

Located at 723 Summers St in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Willows Center is a 97 bed senior housing community. With approximately 31,000 poeple living in the 26101 zip code, the encompassing area has a dense population. It is a ...

28 miles away from Athens, OH

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Jenkins Care Community - Wellston, OH

Jenkins Care Community

142 Jenkins Memorial Rd

Wellston, OH 45692

1-855-240-2530

6 Reviews  

Jenkins Care Community is a 59 bed senior housing community. It is located at 142 Jenkins Memorial Rd in Wellston, Ohio. The facility is in a predominantly lower income area, with a median family income of $31,152. ...

29 miles away from Athens, OH

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Perry County Home - New Lexington, OH

Perry County Home

5550 State Route 37 E

New Lexington, OH 43764

1-855-241-4685

Perry County Home is located at 5550 State Route 37 E in New Lexington, Ohio. It is a senior housing facility for individuals 55 and over. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with an average ...

29 miles away from Athens, OH

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Appletree Assisted Living - Beverly, OH

Appletree Assisted Living

1027 Lakeview Dr

Beverly, OH 45715

1-855-229-7494

Located at 1027 Lakeview Dr, Appletree Assisted Living is a senior community in Beverly, Ohio. With roughly 4,000 individuals living in the zip code of 45715, the neighboring area has a sparse population. It is a mostly low ...

29 miles away from Athens, OH

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Wyngate Personal Homecare - Vienna, WV

Wyngate Personal Homecare

1 Wyngate Dr

Vienna, WV 26105

1-855-238-4376

Located at 1 Wyngate Dr, Wyngate Personal Homecare is a senior community in Vienna, West Virginia. With approximately 13,000 poeple living in the 26105 zip code, the surrounding area has a medium-density population. It is a largely middle ...

29 miles away from Athens, OH

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Eagle Pointe - Parkersburg, WV

Eagle Pointe

1600 27th St

Parkersburg, WV 26101

1-855-229-7494

6 Reviews  

Eagle Pointe is a 164 bed senior community located in Parkersburg, West Virginia. With a median family income of $34,545, the community is in a predominantly working class area. It has a dense population, with approximately 31,000 people ...

30 miles away from Athens, OH

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What is the cost of assisted living in the state of Ohio?

Answer
Assisted living in Ohio costs around $132 per day (ranging from $46 to $326), $3,971 monthly (ranging from $1,385 to $9,780), and $47,646 per year (ranging from $16,620 to $117,360). By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.

Question
What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Many assisted living communities offer care in both shared and private rooms. They usually provide many services such as assistance with medication, help getting dressed, meal preparation, bathing assistance, and housekeeping help.

Question
Can I pay for assisted living in Athens with Medicaid?

Answer
There are multiple assisted living communities in Athens accepting Medicaid, which include The Laurels of Athens and Arcadia Valley Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Question
What is the senior population of Athens?

Answer
Though the city has 34,122 residents, the surrounding metropolitan area includes a populace of 42,846. Residents over 55 compose about 14% of the total community.

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