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Assisted Living in Gulf Shores, Alabama

There are 17 assisted living facilities serving Gulf Shores, Alabama. This includes 1 facility in Gulf Shores and 16 nearby. Assisted living costs in Alabama range from about $30 up to $192 daily, with a mean cost running about $96. The per month cost averages roughly $2,894 and ranges between $900 and $5,760. Yearly, the average cost is around $34,728, which is under the US average of $42,000.

Costs for assisted living in Gulf Shores, AL can range between $2,975 per month and $4,045 per month. The average cost is about $3,450 per month, or around $41,400 annually.




SeniorScore™ for Gulf Shores, Alabama



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.

77

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Gulf Shores scores higher than the Alabama average of 72.
  • Gulf Shores scores higher than the national average of 72.
53

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 (South Baldwin Regional Medical Center).
  • There are 6 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Noland Health Services - The Haven of Gulf Shores, Residents Country Place, and Country Place Senior Living of Foley.
  • There is a high 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 75.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 49 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
73

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (32% of residents).
  • There are 24 golf courses in or around the city, including Kiva Dunes Golf Course, Gulf Shores Golf Club, and Marsh/Lakes Course at Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club.
  • There are 9 parks near the city center, including Island Retreat RV Park, Gulf State Park, and Gulf Breeze RV Resort.
  • There are 25 churches in or near the city, including Our Lady of the Gulf Church, Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, and First Baptist Church.
  • There are 4 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 25 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 3 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 12 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
73

Finances

  • The property taxes average 0.99% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.31% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.25%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Alabama has an average state income tax of 3.95%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $65,327, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $47,764, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,726, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $41,400 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $79,753 per year, which are low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $18,200 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $40,040 annually, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 8.28%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
  • 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
75

General Quality of Life

  • Gulf Shores receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Gulf Shores has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has average air quality.
  • Gulf Shores has a sparse population density of 241.9 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Gulf Shores have a very short daily commute time.
  • Gulf Shores has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very high graduation rate of 93.57%.

Gulf Shores is a small city in Alabama. It is located in Baldwin County. While the encompassing statistical area contains 1,028,448 inhabitants, there are 12,705 residing in the city. Approximately 32% of the population are over the age of 55.

Gulf Shores has a good SeniorScore™ of 77. The city's mean household income is $48,000 ($30,000 per person), in comparison to an average of $40,000 for the state of Alabama. The mean home price in Gulf Shores is $148,500, which is higher than the state average of $145,500. The city has an average unemployment rate of about 8.28%.

Gulf Shores has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The city gets very large levels of precipitation annually. In relation to other American cities, Gulf Shores has a moderate rate of crime and moderate air quality ratings.

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