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Assisted Living in Desoto, Texas

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Desoto, Texas. This includes 3 facilities in Desoto and 17 nearby. The average cost / day of assisted living in Texas is around $117, with costs running between $28 and $287 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to a median expense of $3,523, with costs ranging from about $825 to $8,605. The average yearly cost is $42,270, which is above the nationwide average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Desoto, TX range from about $1,500 per month to $9,000 per month, with a median cost of about $3,894 per month. This equates to a yearly cost of about $46,722.




SeniorScore™ for Desoto, Texas



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

  • Desoto scores higher than the Texas average of 74.
  • Desoto scores higher 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 8 hospitals within close range of the city, including Compass Hospital Of Dallas, Cedars Hospital, and Methodist Charlton Medical Center.
  • There are 90 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Park Manor Health Care and Rehabilitation, Desoto Nursing and Rehabilitation , and Brookdale DeSoto.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 441 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a high property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 81 golf courses in or around the city, including Thorntree Country Club, Oak Cliffs Country Club, and Red Oak Valley Golf Course.
  • There are 22 parks near the city center, including Grimes Park, Dallas Hi Ho RV Park, and Bear Creek Nature Park.
  • There are 203 churches in or near the city, including Windsor Park Baptist Church, Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and Grace of God Baptist Church.
  • There are 9 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 208 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 6 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 60 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.30% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 2.18% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.25%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Texas has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $73,153, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $61,497, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $27,570, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $46,722 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $78,475 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,550 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 7.83%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
  • 2% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Desoto receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Desoto has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • Desoto has a dense population density of 2,228.2 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Desoto have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has an average public transportation ridership.
  • Desoto has a low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 92.97%.

Located within Dallas County, Desoto is a small city in the State of Texas. It is included in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro statistical area. Though the city has 48,877 residents, the encompassing statistical area includes a population of 5,016,388. People who are 55 and over represent 24% of the total community.

Desoto has an above average SeniorScore™ of 78. The city has a median per capita income of $28,000. The average household income is $61,000 versus the average of $47,000 for the state of Texas. The current unemployment rate is roughly 7.83% and the average housing price is $106,500, which is relatively lower than the state average of $142,500.

Desoto has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very temperate summers. The area receives low amounts of rainfall each year. In comparison to other cities in the US, Desoto has a moderate rate of crime and very low air quality.

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in Texas?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Texas is about $117 daily (ranging from $28 to $287), $3,523 monthly (ranging from $825 to $8,605), and $42,270 annually (ranging from $9,900 to $103,260). By comparison, the US averages are $117 daily, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 annually.

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How much does assisted living cost in Desoto?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Desoto, Texas ranges between about $1,500 and $9,000 monthly. The average cost is about $3,894 monthly, or around $46,722 per year.

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What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living may be provided in either a private or shared room. Services generally include transportation services, incontinence care, spiritual activities, 24-monitoring, and basic health care.

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Which assisted living facilities in Desoto accept Medicaid?

Answer
Lexington Place Nursing and Rehabilitation, The Landing at Watermere Southlake, Williamsburg Village Healthcare Campus, Oakwood Nursing and Rehabilitation, and Legend Oaks Healthcare and Rehabilitation - Ennis accept Medicaid for assisted living in Desoto.

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Are there a lot of retirees in Desoto?

Answer
While the city itself is home to 48,877 residents, the encompassing metro area contains a total population of 6,342,674. 24% of the population are over 55.

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