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Assisted Living in Dawson Springs, Kentucky

There are 14 assisted living facilities serving Dawson Springs, Kentucky. This includes 1 facility in Dawson Springs and 13 nearby. The costs per day of assisted living in Kentucky range from $39 up to $280, with an average cost running approximately $109. The monthly expense averages about $3,264 and ranges between $1,181 and $8,400. On an annual basis, the median cost is around $39,165, which is below the US average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Dawson Springs, Kentucky



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

  • Dawson Springs scores lower than the Kentucky average of 75.
  • Dawson Springs scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Caldwell Medical Center and Caldwell County Hospital).
  • There are 8 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Tradewater Health and Rehabilitation Center , Dawson Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center, and Highland Homes.
  • 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 76.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 28 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
  • There are 16 golf courses in or around the city, including Pennyrile Forest State Park Resort, Princeton Golf & Country Club, and Madisonville City Park Municipal Course.
  • There are 2 parks near the city center (Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park).
  • There are 3 churches in or near the city, including Adriel Baptist Church, Apostolic Holiness Church, and Assembly of God Church.
  • There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 7 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are no gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.25% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.77% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Kentucky has an average state income tax of 5.16%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $47,541, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $34,435, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $20,148, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $27,693 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $79,205 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,680 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 14.25%, 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

  • Dawson Springs receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Dawson Springs has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • Dawson Springs has a very sparse population density of 52.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Dawson Springs have a long daily commute time.
  • Dawson Springs has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 79.50%.

Dawson Springs is a small city in Kentucky. It is located within Hopkins County. The surrounding metropolitan area has 1,261,664 inhabitants, but there are 6,737 residing in the city itself. Those who are over the age of 55 compose approximately 32% of the population.

Dawson Springs has an above average SeniorScore™ of 70. The city has a mean per capita income of $20,000. The median household income is $34,000 in comparison to the average of $37,000 for the whole of Kentucky. The current unemployment rate is roughly 14.25% and the median home price is $96,000, which is somewhat lower than the Kentucky average of $124,500.

Dawson Springs has mild average temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The area receives very high amounts of rain each year. In relation to other American cities, Dawson Springs has a very low crime rate and low air quality.

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Oak Ridge Senior Living

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Madisonville, KY 42431

1-855-224-5130

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Ocean Terrace

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Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Hillside Center - Madisonville, KY

Hillside Center

1500 Pride Ave

Madisonville, KY 42431

1-855-221-7955

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Palmer Place - Providence, KY

Palmer Place

500 US Highway 41a N

Providence, KY 42450

1-855-241-4685

Palmer Place is a senior community located at 500 US Highway 41a N in Providence, Kentucky. With a median household income of $30,359, the facility is in a mostly low income area. It is sparsely populated, with roughly ...

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Paragon of Madisonville - Madisonville, KY

Paragon of Madisonville

137 Stagecoach Rd

Madisonville, KY 42431

1-855-222-1541

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Westwood Senior Homes - Hopkinsville, KY

Westwood Senior Homes

1400 W 7th St

Hopkinsville, KY 42240

1-855-222-1541

Located at 1400 W 7th St in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Westwood Senior Homes is a 48 bed senior care facility. The neighboring area is densely populated, with around 43,000 residents in the zip code of 42240. With a median ...

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Morningside of Hopkinsville - Hopkinsville, KY

Morningside of Hopkinsville

4190 Lafayette Rd

Hopkinsville, KY 42240

1-855-229-7494

Morningside of Hopkinsville is a senior care facility located at 4190 Lafayette Rd in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. With a median family income of $38,141, the facility is in a mostly middle class area. It has a dense population, with ...

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