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Assisted Living in Bridgeport, Connecticut

There are 14 assisted living facilities serving Bridgeport, Connecticut. This includes 5 facilities in Bridgeport and 9 nearby. The costs per day of assisted living in Connecticut range from $67 up to $307, with a median expense running around $176. The per month cost averages roughly $5,289 and ranges between $2,000 and $9,200. Yearly, the average cost is around $63,468, which is higher than the national average of $42,000.

Costs of assisted living in Bridgeport, CT generally range between $4,300 per month and $10,800 per month. The median cost is $6,270 per month, or about $75,240 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Bridgeport, Connecticut



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

  • Bridgeport scores significantly lower than the Connecticut average of 75.
  • Bridgeport scores significantly 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 4 hospitals within close range of the city, including Bridgeport Hospital, Southwest Ct Mental Hlth Syst, and St Vincent's Medical Center.
  • There are 65 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Barnum House, Park City Residential Care Home, and Astoria Park.
  • There is a high 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 80.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 381 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has an average property crime rate.
  • The area has a very high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (19% of residents).
  • There are 132 golf courses in or around the city, including Brooklawn Country Club, Black Course at D. Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course, and Mill River Country Club.
  • There are 7 parks near the city center, including Seaside Park, Connecticut Audubon Society at Larsen Sanctuary, and Silver Sands State Park.
  • There are 217 churches in or near the city, including Holy Rosary Rc Church, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic, and St Charles Rectory.
  • There are 3 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 224 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 10 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 160 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 6.06% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.30% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.85%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Connecticut has an average state income tax of 3.20%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $52,858, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $40,876, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $19,885, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $75,240 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $162,973 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $18,720 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $54,637 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 14.46%, which is very high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very 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

  • Bridgeport receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Bridgeport has average mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has above average water quality.
  • Bridgeport has a very dense population density of 9,296.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Bridgeport have an average daily commute time.
  • The city has a low public transportation ridership.
  • Bridgeport has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very low graduation rate of 72.61%.

Bridgeport is a medium sized city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It is part of the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metropolitan statistical area. It is the biggest city in Connecticut, with 144,195 residents residing within the city itself and 751,636 in the encompassing statistical area. 19% of the residents are over the age of 55.

Bridgeport has a below average SeniorScore™ of 57. The city has a median per capita income of $20,000 and a median household income is $41,000 (the Connecticut state average is $79,000). The average housing price in Bridgeport is $151,500, which is significantly less than the Connecticut average of $456,000. Bridgeport has a high unemployment rate of roughly 14.46%.

Bridgeport has medium mean temperatures, with medium winters and calm summers. The city gets average amounts of precipitation each year. In relation to other American cities, Bridgeport has very poor air quality ratings, better than average water quality, and a very high crime rate.

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Astoria Park - Bridgeport, CT

Astoria Park

725 Park Ave

Bridgeport, CT 06604

1-855-224-5130

5 Reviews  

Astoria Park is a 135 bed senior community located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The encompassing area has a dense population, with approximately 31,000 individuals living in the 06604 zip code. With a median household income of $34,905, it is ...

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Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull - Trumbull, CT

Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull

2750 Reservoir Ave

Trumbull, CT 06611

1-855-221-7955

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Located at 2750 Reservoir Ave, Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is a senior housing facility in Trumbull, Connecticut. The community is in a predominantly upper class area, with a median family income of $106,365. With roughly 37,000 individuals living ...

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The Jewish Home - Fairfield, CT

The Jewish Home

175 Jefferson St

Fairfield, CT 06825

1-855-243-3078

5 Reviews  

The Jewish Home is a 360 room senior care facility. It is located at 175 Jefferson St in Fairfield, Connecticut. With roughly 22,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 06825, the encompassing area is densely populated. ...

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Atria Stratford - Stratford, CT

Atria Stratford

6911 Main St

Stratford, CT 06614

1-855-240-2530

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Located at 6911 Main St in Stratford, Connecticut, Atria Stratford is a senior housing community serving individuals 65 and over. The facility is in a predominantly well-to-do area, with an average per-household income of $77,092. It has a ...

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St Joseph's Center - Trumbull, CT

St Joseph's Center

6448 Main St

Trumbull, CT 06611

1-855-222-1541

7 Reviews  

St Joseph's Center is located at 6448 Main St in Trumbull, Connecticut. It is a 274 bed senior care community. The surrounding area is densely populated, with roughly 37,000 people residing in the 06611 zip code. It ...

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much does assisted living cost in the state of Connecticut?

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With a range between around $67 and $307 daily, the average price of assisted living in Connecticut is about $5,289 per month.

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How much does assisted living cost in Bridgeport?

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Assisted living in Bridgeport, Connecticut costs on average around $75,240 annually. On a monthly basis, the range is between $4,300 and $10,800, with an average of around $6,270.

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What services are included with assisted living?

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The services offered in assisted living facilities commonly include social programs, regular health care, help getting dressed, toileting assistance, and medication assistance.

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What assisted living communities in Bridgeport take Medicaid?

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Bridgeport Manor, Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation Center, Bridgeport Health Care Center, Astoria Park, and Cassena Care at Norwalk are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Bridgeport.

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Are there many retirees in Bridgeport?

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The city has a population of 144,195, with 839,747 people in the surrounding statistical area. 19% of the local populace are over the age of 55.

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