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Assisted Living in Fort Scott, Kansas

There are 10 assisted living facilities serving Fort Scott, Kansas. This includes 3 facilities in Fort Scott and 7 nearby. Assisted living costs in Kansas range from around $57 to $233 daily, with a median expense running approximately $124. The per month expense averages around $3,730 and ranges between $1,700 and $6,975. On a yearly basis, the median cost is around $44,760, which is greater than the nationwide average of $42,000.



SeniorScore™ for Fort Scott, Kansas



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

  • Fort Scott scores lower than the Kansas average of 73.
  • Fort Scott 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 (Mercy Health Center and Mercy Health System Of Kansas).
  • There are 3 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Fort Scott Manor, Medicalodges Fort Scott, and Presbyterian Village.
  • 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 78.7, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 16 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a very high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (30% of residents).
  • There are 11 golf courses in or around the city, including Fort Scott Country Club, Frank E. Peters Municipal Golf Course, and Nevada Country Club.
  • There are 3 parks near the city center, including Gunn Park, Fort Scott Campground, and Hollister Wildlife Area.
  • There are 12 churches in or near the city, including Beacon, First Assembly of God, and Parkway Church of God.
  • There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 4 grocery stores within the city.
  • There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
  • There are 3 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.23% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.24% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 9.00%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Kansas has an average state income tax of 3.67%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $47,505, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $38,897, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $18,705, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $35,700 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $61,503 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $18,720 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $45,485 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 4.91%, which is low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very 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

  • Fort Scott receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Fort Scott has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • Fort Scott has a very sparse population density of 41.9 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Fort Scott have a very short daily commute time.
  • Fort Scott has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 86.85%.

Located within Bourbon County, Fort Scott is a small city in the State of Kansas. The surrounding metropolitan area contains 689,363 residents, but there are 12,325 living inside the city limits. The senior community constitutes approximately 30% of the overall population.

Fort Scott has a medium SeniorScore™ of 68. The city has a mean per capita income of $19,000 and a mean household income is $39,000 (the Kansas state average is $48,000). The average housing price in Fort Scott is $121,500, which is less than the state average of $127,500. The city has a low unemployment rate of about 4.91%.

Fort Scott has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The area receives average levels of precipitation annually. Fort Scott has average air quality ratings and a very high rate of crime in comparison to other cities in the US.

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Presbyterian Village - Fort Scott, KS

Presbyterian Village

2401 Horton St

Fort Scott, KS 66701

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Presbyterian Village is a senior housing community located at 2401 Horton St in Fort Scott, Kansas. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-household income of $37,507. It has a medium-density population, with ...

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Moore-Few Care Center - Nevada, MO

Moore-Few Care Center

901 South Adams

Nevada, MO 64772

1-844-393-2598

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Moore-Few Care Center is a 108 bed senior care community situated in Nevada, Missouri. The surrounding area has an average population density, with approximately 15,000 individuals living in the zip code of 64772. It is a largely low ...

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Bristol Manor of Nevada - Nevada, MO

Bristol Manor of Nevada

401 East Walnut

Nevada, MO 64772

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Bristol Manor of Nevada is a senior care community located at 401 East Walnut in Nevada, Missouri. The community is in a mostly low income area, with an average family income of $33,505. It has an average population ...

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The Residencies at Pleasanton - Pleasanton, KS

The Residencies at Pleasanton

706 W 15th St

Pleasanton, KS 66075

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The Residencies at Pleasanton is a 25 room senior housing facility located in Pleasanton, Kansas. With an average per-family income of $39,533, the facility is in a primarily middle class area. It is sparsely populated, with around 3,000 ...

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Medicalodges Frontenac - Frontenac, KS

Medicalodges Frontenac

206 S Dittman St

Frontenac, KS 66763

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Medicalodges Frontenac is a 120 bed senior housing facility located in Frontenac, Kansas. The community is in a generally middle income area, with an average per-family income of $38,186. With around 4,000 individuals residing in the 66763 zip ...

26 miles away from Fort Scott, KS

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Oakview Estates - Frontenac, KS

Oakview Estates

316 Wickware Dr

Frontenac, KS 66763

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Oakview Estates is a 32 bed senior housing facility. It is located at 316 Wickware Dr in Frontenac, Kansas. The neighboring area has a sparse population, with about 4,000 residents in the 66763 zip code. With a ...

26 miles away from Fort Scott, KS

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