There are 16 assisted living facilities near Bedford, Iowa. The average cost per day of assisted living in Iowa is about $114, with costs ranging between $31 and $287 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to a median cost of $3,418, with costs ranging from around $930 up to $8,620. The average yearly cost is $41,016, which is less than the US average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Bedford, Iowa
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- Bedford scores significantly lower than the Iowa average of 75.
- Bedford scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is a very low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are no hospitals within close range of the city.
- There are 2 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city (Bedford Specialty Care and Clearview Home)
- There is a low 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 79.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 8 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (34% of residents).
- There are 8 golf courses in or around the city, including Bedford Golf Club, Clarinda Country Club, and Happy Hollow Country Club.
- There are 2 parks near the city center (Lake Binder Park and Lake of Three Fires State Park).
- There are 5 churches in or near the city, including Berea Church of Christ, Baptist Church, and Alegent Health Clinic.
- There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 5 grocery stores within the city.
- There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 2 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 1.78% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.18% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 7.00%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
- Iowa has an average state income tax of 4.60%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $51,172, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $44,531, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $21,205, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $37,650 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $65,700 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $15,600 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $50,061 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 3.35%, which is very low compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Bedford receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Bedford has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has average air quality.
- Bedford has a very sparse population density of 11.2 people per square mile.
- Residents of Bedford have a very short daily commute time.
- Bedford has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has a high graduation rate of 91.77%.
Bedford is a small city in Iowa. It is located within Taylor County. It has a population of just 2,305, with 1,020,762 people in the surrounding area. About 34% of the population are over the age of 55.
Bedford has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 66. The city has a median per capita income of $21,000 and a median household income is $45,000 (the Iowa state average is $52,000). The median housing price in Bedford is $88,500, which is significantly less than the Iowa average of $153,000. Bedford has a low unemployment rate of roughly 3.35%.
Bedford has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The area receives low levels of rainfall each year. Bedford has average air quality in relation to other cities.