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Assisted Living in Chester, Illinois

There are 13 assisted living facilities serving Chester, Illinois. This includes 1 facility in Chester and 12 nearby. The average cost / day of assisted living in Illinois is $127, with costs ranging between $35 and $217 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to a median expense of $3,805, with costs ranging from around $1,048 up to $6,500. The average yearly cost is $45,654, which is above the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Chester, Illinois



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

  • Chester scores significantly lower than the Illinois average of 74.
  • Chester scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Memorial Hospital and Chester Mental Health Center).
  • There are 14 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Three Springs Lodge, Manor at Craig Farm, and St. Ann's Healthcare Center.
  • 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 79.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 10 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (23% of residents).
  • There are 9 golf courses in or around the city, including Chester Country Club, St. Genevieve Golf Course, and Southwestern Lakes Country Club.
  • There are 4 parks near the city center, including Seagar Memorial Park, Randolph County State Recreation Area, and Turkey Bluffs State Fish-Wildlife.
  • There is 1 church in or near the city (St Pius V).
  • There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 4 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are no 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 2.33% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.38% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.63%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Illinois has an average state income tax of 3.59%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $58,159, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $50,150, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $17,124, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $38,844 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $63,875 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $16,640 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.95%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very 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

  • Chester receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Chester has mild mean temperatures, with average winters and warm summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Chester has a sparse population density of 153.8 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Chester have a very short daily commute time.
  • Chester has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very low graduation rate of 66.61%.

Chester is a small city in Randolph County, Illinois. While the surrounding metro area contains 1,300,421 inhabitants, there are 10,037 living in the city limits. People 55 and over constitute around 23% of the community.

Chester has an average SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has an average per capita income of $17,000 and an average household income is $50,000 (the Illinois state average is $54,000). The average housing price in Chester is $135,000, which is somewhat lower than the Illinois average of $187,500. Chester also has a moderate unemployment rate of approximately 7.95%.

Chester has mild mean temperatures, with medium winters and balmy summers. The area receives average amounts of precipitation annually. Chester has a low crime rate and good air quality in comparison to other cities in the US.

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St Mary, MO 63673

1-855-233-7205

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Holiday Residential Care - Perryville, MO

Holiday Residential Care

1019 Old Saint Marys Rd

Perryville, MO 63775

1-855-224-5130

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Independence Court - Perryville, MO

Independence Court

121 Independence Dr

Perryville, MO 63775

1-855-243-3078

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Independence Care Center - Perryville, MO

Independence Care Center

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Perryville, MO 63775

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Independence Square - Perryville, MO

Independence Square

1136 S Main St

Perryville, MO 63775

1-855-243-3078

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Riverview at The Park - Sainte Genevieve, MO

Riverview at The Park

21997 White Sands Rd

Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670

1-855-222-1541

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Located at 21997 White Sands Rd in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, Riverview at The Park is a 120 unit senior community. The surrounding area has an average population density, with approximately 12,000 individuals living in the zip code of ...

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Garden Place of Red Bud - Red Bud, IL

Garden Place of Red Bud

351 Lockwood

Red Bud, IL 62278

1-855-241-4685

Located at 351 Lockwood, Garden Place of Red Bud is a senior housing facility serving Red Bud, Illinois. With around 8,000 people residing in the 62278 zip code, the surrounding area has a sparse population. It is a ...

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Garden Place Senior Living - Red Bud, IL

Garden Place Senior Living

351 Lockwood Dr

Red Bud, IL 62278

1-855-221-7955

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The Manor at Mason Woods - Pinckneyville, IL

The Manor at Mason Woods

223 Illinois St

Pinckneyville, IL 62274

1-855-241-4685

The Manor at Mason Woods is a 40 room senior housing community. It is located at 223 Illinois St in Pinckneyville, Illinois. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with an average household income of $42,006. ...

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Country Haven Boarding Home - Sainte Genevieve, MO

Country Haven Boarding Home

19235 State Route Ee

Sainte Genevieve, MO 63670

1-855-229-7494

Located at 19235 State Route Ee in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, Country Haven Boarding Home is a 18 unit senior care community. With roughly 12,000 people residing in the 63670 zip code, the encompassing area has an average population density. ...

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