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Assisted Living in Brainerd, Minnesota

There are 23 assisted living facilities serving Brainerd, Minnesota. This includes 16 facilities in Brainerd and 7 nearby. Assisted living costs in Minnesota range from about $29 up to $240 daily, with an average expense running approximately $113. The per month cost averages around $3,403 and ranges between $867 and $7,200. On an annual basis, the mean cost is about $40,830, which is under the nationwide average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Brainerd, Minnesota



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

  • Brainerd scores lower than the Minnesota average of 70.
  • Brainerd 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 are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Essentia Health St Joseph's Medical Center and Brainerd Reg Human Servs Ctr).
  • There are 17 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Almond House, Almost Home, and Carefree Living, Brainerd.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very low number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 81.1, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 55 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
  • There are 22 golf courses in or around the city, including Legacy Courses at Craguns, The (Bobby Course at Legacy Courses at Craguns, The), Madden\'s on Gull Lake (Pine Beach East Course at Madden\'s on Gull Lake), and Pine Meadows Golf Course.
  • There are 5 parks near the city center, including The Harbor On Crescent Bay, Lum Park, and Brainerd Parks & Recreation.
  • There are 6 churches in or near the city, including Church of Christ, First Church of Christ, and Church of Jesus Christ of Lds.
  • There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 13 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 15 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.28% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.63% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.38%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Minnesota has an average state income tax of 4.79%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $56,255, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $41,582, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,088, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $36,336 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $90,710 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $19,097 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $46,904 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 9.69%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average 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

  • Brainerd receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
  • Brainerd has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Brainerd has a very sparse population density of 90.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Brainerd have a short daily commute time.
  • Brainerd has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 90.54%.

Brainerd is a small city in the State of Minnesota. It is located within Crow Wing County. The surrounding statistical area is home to 1,077,918 residents, but there are 29,439 living inside the city itself. People over the age of 55 comprise 27% of the total population.

Brainerd has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 68. The average home price in the city is $250,500, which is relatively higher than the state average of $211,500. Brainerd also has a high unemployment rate of approximately 9.69%. The city's average household income is $42,000 ($24,000 per person), in comparison to an average of $53,000 for the state of Minnesota.

Brainerd has harsh average temperatures, with bitterly cold winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives ideal amounts of rainfall annually. In comparison to other cities in the US, Brainerd has good air quality ratings and a higher than average rate of crime.

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Frequently Asked Questions



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How much is assisted living in Minnesota?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Minnesota is around $113 daily (ranging from $29 to $240), $3,403 monthly (ranging from $867 to $7,200), and $40,830 yearly (ranging from $10,404 to $86,400). By comparison, the US averages are $117 daily, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 yearly.

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What does assisted living include?

Answer
Services offered in assisted living facilities commonly include 24-monitoring, toileting assistance, medication assistance, regular medical care, and recreational programs.

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Does Medicaid cover assisted living in Brainerd?

Answer
There are several assisted living communities in Brainerd accepting Medicaid, including Good Samaritan Society - Woodland, Mendota Lutheran Home, Liberty Village of Peru, Heritage Enterprises, and Good Samaritan Society - Bethany.

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What is the senior population of Brainerd?

Answer
It has a total population of 29,439, with 58,206 people in the encompassing metropolitan area. Approximately 27% of the local populace are over the age of 55.

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