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Assisted Living in Dover, Delaware

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Dover, Delaware. This includes 9 facilities in Dover and 11 nearby. Assisted living costs in Delaware range from around $100 to $197 daily, with a mean cost running about $183. The per month cost averages around $5,500 and ranges between $2,995 and $5,910. On an annual basis, the median cost is about $66,000, which is higher than the nationwide average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Dover, Delaware



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.

71

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Dover scores lower than the Delaware average of 76.
  • Dover scores lower than the national average of 72.
59

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Bayhealth - Kent General Hospital).
  • There are 13 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Silver Lake Center, Westminster Village Dover, and Westminster Village Health.
  • 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 78.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 144 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
60

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 15 golf courses in or around the city, including Mapledale Country Club, Eagle Creek Golf Club, and Cape Course at Jonathan\'s Landing.
  • There are 4 parks near the city center, including First State Heritage Park Welcome Center, Brecknock County Park, and Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge.
  • There are 214 churches in or near the city, including St Andrews Lutheran Church, Southside Baptist Church, and First Southern Baptist Church.
  • There are 7 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 51 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 33 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 1.35% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.40% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 0.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Delaware has an average state income tax of 4.42%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $62,712, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $51,949, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $23,174, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $68,940 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $117,895 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $17,995 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $45,760 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 8.29%, which is average 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.
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General Quality of Life

  • Dover receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Dover has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • Dover has an average population density of 606.6 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Dover have a short daily commute time.
  • Dover has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 85.17%.

Dover is the capital of Delaware. It is located within Kent County. With 69,187 residents living in the city itself and 122,003 in the encompassing area, it is the third biggest city in Delaware. Approximately 24% of the residents are over 55.

Dover has an above average SeniorScore™ of 71. The city has a mean per capita income of $23,000. The average household income is $52,000 vs an average of $57,000 for the state of Delaware. The current unemployment rate is roughly 8.29% and the average home price is $115,500, which is lower than the Delaware average of $349,500.

Dover has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The area gets high amounts of precipitation annually. Dover has a high rate of crime and moderate air quality ratings in comparison to similarly-sized cities.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Dover, Delaware



Westminster Village - Dover, DE

Westminster Village

191 Westminster Dr

Dover, DE 19904

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Located at 191 Westminster Dr, Westminster Village is a senior housing facility serving Dover, Delaware. With about 35,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 19904, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is a generally middle income ...

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Wild Meadows Homes - Dover, DE

Wild Meadows Homes

96 Eddie Evans Ln

Dover, DE 19904

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Located at 96 Eddie Evans Ln, Wild Meadows Homes is a senior community in Dover, Delaware. The encompassing area is densely populated, with roughly 35,000 people residing in the 19904 zip code. With a median household income of ...

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Green Meadows at Dover - Dover, DE

Green Meadows at Dover

150 Saulsbury Rd

Dover, DE 19904

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Located at 150 Saulsbury Rd, Green Meadows at Dover is a senior housing community serving Dover, Delaware. With approximately 35,000 poeple living in the 19904 zip code, the surrounding area has a dense population. It is a generally ...

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Emeritus at Dover - Dover, DE

Emeritus at Dover

150 Saulsbury Rd

Dover, DE 19904

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Emeritus at Dover is a senior housing facility located at 150 Saulsbury Rd in Dover, Delaware. The neighboring area has a dense population, with approximately 35,000 residents in the zip code of 19904. It is a primarily middle ...

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Heritage at Dover - Dover, DE

Heritage at Dover

1203 Walker Rd

Dover, DE 19904

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Heritage at Dover is a senior housing facility located at 1203 Walker Rd in Dover, Delaware. The neighboring area is densely populated, with approximately 35,000 individuals living in the zip code of 19904. It is a predominantly middle ...

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Westminster Village Dover - Dover, DE

Westminster Village Dover

171 Westminster Dr

Dover, DE 19904

1-844-393-2598

Westminster Village Dover is a senior housing facility located at 171 Westminster Dr in Dover, Delaware. With an average per-household income of $53,203, the community is in a largely middle income area. It has a dense population, with ...

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Delaware Veterans Home - Milford, DE

Delaware Veterans Home

100 Delaware Veteran's Dr

Milford, DE 19963

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Delaware Veterans Home is located at 100 Delaware Veteran's Dr in Milford, Delaware. It is a 150 unit senior community. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with around 20,000 people residing in the 19963 zip code. ...

15 miles away from Dover, DE

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Heritage at Milford - Milford, DE

Heritage at Milford

500 S Dupont Blvd

Milford, DE 19963

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Located at 500 S Dupont Blvd, Heritage at Milford is a senior care community serving Milford, Delaware. The community is in a generally middle class area, with a median family income of $53,110. With around 20,000 individuals living ...

17 miles away from Dover, DE

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Milford Center - Milford, DE

Milford Center

700 Marvel Rd

Milford, DE 19963

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5 Reviews  

Milford Center is a 136 room senior housing facility located in Milford, Delaware. The neighboring area has an average population density, with around 20,000 poeple living in the zip code of 19963. It is a predominantly middle income ...

17 miles away from Dover, DE

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Safe Haven - Sudlersville, MD

Safe Haven

104 Charles St

Sudlersville, MD 21668

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Located at 104 Charles St, Safe Haven is a senior housing facility in Sudlersville, Maryland. With a median per-household income of $65,829, the community is in a generally middle income area. It has a sparse population, with about ...

18 miles away from Dover, DE

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Envoy of Denton - Denton, MD

Envoy of Denton

420 Colonial Dr

Denton, MD 21629

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5 Reviews  

Envoy of Denton is a 100 room senior community. It is located at 420 Colonial Dr in Denton, Maryland. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with an average per-family income of $68,403. It has ...

24 miles away from Dover, DE

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Homestead Manor - Denton, MD

Homestead Manor

410 Colonial Dr

Denton, MD 21629

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Homestead Manor is a senior care community located at 410 Colonial Dr in Denton, Maryland. With an average household income of $68,403, the community is in a generally middle class area. It has an average population density, with ...

24 miles away from Dover, DE

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The Gables at Caroline - Denton, MD

The Gables at Caroline

701 S 5th Ave

Denton, MD 21629

1-844-393-2598

The Gables at Caroline is a senior housing facility located at 701 S 5th Ave in Denton, Maryland. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 11,000 individuals living in the 21629 zip code. It is a ...

25 miles away from Dover, DE

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Goldfinch House - Bridgeton, NJ

Goldfinch House

18 Reeves Rd

Bridgeton, NJ 08302

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Located at 18 Reeves Rd in Bridgeton, New Jersey, Goldfinch House is a 47 bed senior care community. The facility is in a generally middle income area, with an average family income of $38,305. With roughly 48,000 poeple ...

25 miles away from Dover, DE

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Maurice House - Millville, NJ

Maurice House

1719 W Main St

Millville, NJ 08332

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1 Review  

Located at 1719 W Main St, Maurice House is a senior housing community in Millville, New Jersey. The surrounding area has a dense population, with around 38,000 individuals residing in the 08332 zip code. It is a mostly ...

29 miles away from Dover, DE

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Heron Point of Chestertown - Chestertown, MD

Heron Point of Chestertown

501 Campus Ave

Chestertown, MD 21620

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5 Reviews  

Heron Point of Chestertown is a 38 unit senior housing facility located near the Kingstown neighborhood of Chestertown, Maryland. The encompassing area has an average population density, with about 14,000 individuals living in the 21620 zip code. It ...

29 miles away from Dover, DE

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in Delaware?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Delaware is about $183 per day (ranging from $100 to $197), $5,500 monthly (ranging from $2,995 to $5,910), and $66,000 per year (ranging from $35,940 to $70,920).

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What does assisted living include?

Answer
Assisted living can be offered in either a private or shared room. Services commonly include housekeeping help, meal planning, recreational activities, help getting dressed, and 24-hour supervision.

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Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Dover?

Answer
Westminster Village Health and Silver Lake Center are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Dover.

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Are there a lot of retirees in Dover?

Answer
Though the encompassing metropolitan area has 104,976 inhabitants, there are 69,187 residing within the city limits. The 55-and-over community currently comprises around 24% of the total population.

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