Assisted Living in Defuniak Springs, Florida

There are 19 assisted living facilities serving Defuniak Springs, Florida. This includes 1 facility in Defuniak Springs and 18 nearby. Assisted living costs in Florida range from about $28 up to $264 per day, with a mean expense running approximately $100. The per month expense averages roughly $3,000 and ranges between $850 and $7,920. On a yearly basis, the average cost is around $36,000, which is less than the nationwide average of $42,000.

Costs of assisted living in Defuniak Springs, FL typically range between $2,400 per month and $4,900 per month. The median cost is around $3,525 per month, or about $42,300 per year.

SeniorScore™ for Defuniak Springs, Florida

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SeniorScore™ Overview

Defuniak Springs scores significantly lower than the Florida average of 76.
Defuniak Springs scores significantly lower than the national average of 72.

Health & Safety

There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Healthmark Regional Medical Center).
There are 3 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including The Friendship House, Stanley House Assisted Living, and Chautauqua Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 79.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
There are 11 pharmacies within close range of the city.

Recreation & Leisure

The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (28% of residents).
There are 16 golf courses in or around the city, including De Funiak Springs Country Club, Red Bay Golf Club, and Lake/Marsh Course at Bluewater Bay Resort.
There are 3 parks near the city center, including Juniper Lake RV Campground, Bass Haven Camp Ground LLC, and Vortex Spring.
There is 1 church in or near the city (Gospel of Kingdom Worship).
There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
There are 15 grocery stores within the city.
There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
There is 1 gym or health club in or near the city.

Finances

The property taxes average 1.58% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
The property taxes average 0.42% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
The city sales taxes averages 6.75%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
Florida has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
The city's mean household income is $49,967, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
The city's median household income is $35,923, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
The city's per capita income is $19,318, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
Assisted living costs average $42,300 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
Nursing home costs average $89,425 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
Adult daycare costs average $14,300 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
Home healthcare costs average $44,616 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
The unemployment rate is about 12.88%, which is very high compared to national averages.
The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.

General Quality of Life

Defuniak Springs receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
Defuniak Springs has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
This city has average air quality.
Defuniak Springs has a very sparse population density of 56.7 people per square mile.
Residents of Defuniak Springs have a long daily commute time.
The city has a very low public transportation ridership.
Defuniak Springs has an average public school quality ranking.
The city has a high public school safety rating.
This city has a low graduation rate of 79.58%.

Defuniak Springs is a small city in Walton County, Florida. The encompassing statistical area has 765,362 people, but there are 22,676 living inside the city limits. Approximately 28% of the local residents are 55 and over.

Defuniak Springs has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 64. The city has a mean per capita income of $19,000 and a mean household income is $36,000 (the Florida state average is $40,000). The mean home price in Defuniak Springs is $157,500, which is relatively less than the Florida average of $208,500. The city has a high unemployment rate of approximately 12.88%.

Defuniak Springs has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very temperate summers. The city gets very large amounts of precipitation annually. When compared to other cities in the United States, Defuniak Springs has average air quality ratings.

More About Defuniak Springs, Florida

Top Assisted Living Facilities in Defuniak Springs, Florida

Stanley House Assisted Living

718 Walton Rd

Defuniak Springs, FL 32433

1-855-221-7955

Stanley House Assisted Living is a senior housing facility located at 718 Walton Rd in Defuniak Springs, Florida. With a median per-household income of $26,980, the community is in a predominantly lower income area. It has a medium-density ...

Assisted Living in Defuniak Springs, Florida

SeniorScore™ for Defuniak Springs, Florida

SeniorScore™ Overview

Health & Safety

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Finances

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