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Assisted Living in Blue Ridge, Georgia

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Blue Ridge, Georgia. The daily costs for assisted living in Georgia range from $28 to $265, with a mean expenditure running around $83. The monthly cost averages roughly $2,500 and ranges between $850 and $7,950. On a yearly basis, the average cost is about $30,000, which is under the nationwide average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Blue Ridge, Georgia



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

  • Blue Ridge scores lower than the Georgia average of 72.
  • Blue Ridge 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 (Fannin Regional Hospital).
  • There are 6 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Pruitthealth Community Services - Blue Ridge, Golden Days Quality Personal Care Home, and Mealers Boarding House.
  • There is a very low number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 77.2, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 17 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very high percentage of seniors in the population (39% of residents).
  • There are 13 golf courses in or around the city, including Whitepath Golf Club, Copper Basin Golf Club, and Butternut Creek Golf Course.
  • There are 6 parks near the city center, including Fall Branch Falls, The Lilly Pad Village, and Fannin County Park.
  • There is 1 church in or near the city (Adventist Community Service).
  • There are 2 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 17 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 2 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.61% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.37% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.50%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Georgia has an average state income tax of 5.02%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $47,334, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $33,526, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $20,030, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $30,750 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $66,978 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $13,000 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $40,566 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 16.11%, which is very high 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.
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General Quality of Life

  • Blue Ridge receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Blue Ridge has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • Blue Ridge has a very sparse population density of 75.2 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Blue Ridge have an average daily commute time.
  • Blue Ridge has a low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 77.89%.

Located within Fannin County, Blue Ridge is a small city in Georgia. While the city contains 11,172 residents, the encompassing metropolitan area contains a population of 1,342,727. The 55-and-over community constitutes approximately 39% of the total population.

Blue Ridge has an average SeniorScore™ of 69. The city has a mean per capita income of $20,000 and a mean household income is $34,000 (the Georgia state average is $41,000). The mean housing price in Blue Ridge is $249,000, which is higher than the Georgia average of $163,500. The city also has a high unemployment rate of approximately 16.11%.

Blue Ridge has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The area receives very heavy amounts of precipitation each year. Blue Ridge has moderate air quality ratings and a very low rate of crime in relation to other cities.

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Mealers Boarding House - Mineral Bluff, GA

Mealers Boarding House

81 Moores Rd

Mineral Bluff, GA 30559

1-855-238-4376

Located at 81 Moores Rd, Mealers Boarding House is a senior community in Mineral Bluff, Georgia. With a median family income of $38,077, the facility is in a predominantly middle class area. It is sparsely populated, with around ...

11 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Cameron Hall of Ellijay - Ellijay, GA

Cameron Hall of Ellijay

114 Penland St

Ellijay, GA 30540

1-855-224-5130

Located at 114 Penland St, Cameron Hall of Ellijay is a senior community in Ellijay, Georgia. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-family income of $36,587. With around 18,000 people residing in ...

14 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Lazy-R Personal Care Center - Blairsville, GA

Lazy-R Personal Care Center

95 Wellborn St

Blairsville, GA 30512

1-855-243-3078

Lazy-R Personal Care Center is a 24 bed senior care facility situated in Blairsville, Georgia. With an average family income of $41,325, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It has a medium-density population, with about ...

21 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Serenity Mountain Manor - Jasper, GA

Serenity Mountain Manor

309 Price Creek Farms Ln

Jasper, GA 30143

1-855-229-7494

Serenity Mountain Manor is a senior housing community located at 309 Price Creek Farms Ln in Jasper, Georgia. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with a median family income of $52,948. It has a dense ...

24 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Tender Hearts Home Care Services - Chatsworth, GA

Tender Hearts Home Care Services

1475 Hwy

Chatsworth, GA 30705

1-855-221-7955

Tender Hearts Home Care Services is a senior community located at 1475 Hwy in Chatsworth, Georgia. With about 35,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 30705, the encompassing area has a dense population. It is a predominantly ...

25 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Evergreen Terrace - Dahlonega, GA

Evergreen Terrace

53 Northwoods Dr

Dahlonega, GA 30533

1-855-221-7955

Evergreen Terrace is a 24 unit senior community. It is located at 53 Northwoods Dr in Dahlonega, Georgia. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with roughly 26,000 individuals residing in the 30533 zip code. With an average ...

26 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Hayesville House - Hayesville, NC

Hayesville House

480 Old Highway 64 W

Hayesville, NC 28904

1-855-222-1541

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Located at 480 Old Highway 64 W, Hayesville House is a senior community serving Hayesville, North Carolina. The community is in a mostly working class area, with an average family income of $34,610. With roughly 10,000 individuals living ...

30 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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Verandah Adult Day Center - Jasper, GA

Verandah Adult Day Center

47 Mountainside Village Pkwy

Jasper, GA 30143

1-855-238-4376

Verandah Adult Day Center is a senior housing community located at 47 Mountainside Village Pkwy in Jasper, Georgia. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with roughly 22,000 poeple living in the zip code of 30143. With an average ...

30 miles away from Blue Ridge, GA

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