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Assisted Living in Kilgore, Texas

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Kilgore, Texas. This includes 1 facility in Kilgore and 20 nearby. The average daily cost of assisted living in Texas is around $117, with costs running between $28 and $287 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to an average cost of $3,523, with costs ranging from about $825 up to $8,605. The average annual cost is $42,270, which is greater than the nationwide average of $42,000.

Costs for assisted living in Kilgore range between $1,800 per month and $4,703 per month. The average cost is approximately $3,454 per month, or around $41,445 yearly.




SeniorScore™ for Kilgore, 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.

73

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Kilgore scores lower than the Texas average of 74.
  • Kilgore scores higher than the national average of 72.
56

Health & Safety

  • There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Roy H Laird Memorial Hospital).
  • There are 24 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including The Willows of Kilgore, Kilgore Nursing & Rehabilitation, and Arbor Grace Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is an average number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 42 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 (25% of residents).
  • There are 19 golf courses in or around the city, including Roy H. Laird Country Club, Overton Municipal Golf Course, and Cherokee Country Golf Association.
  • There are 12 parks near the city center, including Driller Park, Shallow Creek RV Park, and D & D RV Park.
  • There are 27 churches in or near the city, including Highland Park Baptist Church, First Baptist Church, and Christ the King Catholic Chr.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 53 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 4 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 13 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.64% of total income, which is lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.35% 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 $60,896, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $43,964, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,012, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $41,445 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $56,575 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $8,060 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 3.61%, which is very low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average 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

  • Kilgore receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Kilgore has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Kilgore has a sparse population density of 192.3 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Kilgore have a short daily commute time.
  • Kilgore has a low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 79.03%.

Kilgore is a small city in Gregg County in the State of Texas. It is included in the Longview metropolitan area. While the encompassing metropolitan area includes 176,357 inhabitants, there are 24,536 living inside the city itself. The 55-and-over community composes about 25% of the total population.

Kilgore has a good SeniorScore™ of 73. The median housing price in the city is $70,500, which is less than the Texas average of $142,500. Kilgore has a low unemployment rate of approximately 3.61%. The city's median household income is $44,000 ($24,000 per person), in comparison to the average of $47,000 for the state of Texas.

Kilgore has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and very temperate summers. The city gets high levels of rainfall annually. Compared to other cities, Kilgore has good air quality and an average rate of crime.

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Circle of Life - Longview, TX

Circle of Life

310 W Avalon Ave

Longview, TX 75602

1-855-233-7205

Located at 310 W Avalon Ave, Circle of Life is a senior care facility serving Longview, Texas. With a median per-family income of $32,025, the facility is in a mostly low income area. It is densely populated, with ...

10 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Eden Specialty Care - Longview, TX

Eden Specialty Care

1301 Eden Dr

Longview, TX 75605

1-855-221-7955

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Located at 1301 Eden Dr in Longview, Texas, Eden Specialty Care is a 152 unit senior housing facility. With an average per-household income of $53,152, the facility is in a largely middle income area. It is densely populated, ...

13 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Colonial Village - Longview, TX

Colonial Village

2910 N Eastman Rd

Longview, TX 75605

1-855-243-3078

Located at 2910 N Eastman Rd, Colonial Village is a senior care facility serving Longview, Texas. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-household income of $53,152. With about 29,000 residents in the ...

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Brookdale Longview - Longview, TX

Brookdale Longview

2920 North Eastman Rd

Longview, TX 75605

1-855-224-5130

Located at 2920 North Eastman Rd in Longview, Texas, Brookdale Longview is a senior care facility for those 55 and over. With an average per-household income of $53,152, the community is in a mostly middle income area. It ...

13 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Hawkins Creek - Longview, TX

Hawkins Creek

311 E Hawkins Pkwy

Longview, TX 75605

1-855-243-3078

Located at 311 E Hawkins Pkwy, Hawkins Creek is a senior community in Longview, Texas. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with an average family income of $53,152. It is densely populated, with approximately 29,000 ...

14 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Treviso Transitional Care - Longview, TX

Treviso Transitional Care

1154 East Hawkins Pkwy

Longview, TX 75605

1-855-240-2530

8 Reviews  

Located at 1154 East Hawkins Pkwy in Longview, Texas, Treviso Transitional Care is a 140 room senior housing community. With an average household income of $53,152, the facility is in a primarily middle income area. It has a ...

14 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Brookdale Henderson - Henderson, TX

Brookdale Henderson

1000 Richardson Dr

Henderson, TX 75654

1-855-240-2530

Brookdale Henderson is located at 1000 Richardson Dr in Henderson, Texas. It is a senior housing facility serving residents over 55. The neighboring area has an average population density, with approximately 13,000 people residing in the 75654 zip ...

16 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Azalea Place - Henderson, TX

Azalea Place

1905 Old Nacogdoches Rd

Henderson, TX 75654

1-855-221-7955

Azalea Place is a senior housing community located at 1905 Old Nacogdoches Rd in Henderson, Texas. With approximately 13,000 individuals residing in the 75654 zip code, the surrounding area has an average population density. It is a generally ...

18 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Brookdale Tyler East - Tyler, TX

Brookdale Tyler East

3505 University Blvd

Tyler, TX 75701

1-855-224-5130

Located at 3505 University Blvd in Tyler, Texas, Brookdale Tyler East is a senior housing community serving residents over 55. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with around 35,000 individuals living in the zip code of 75701. It ...

23 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Wesley House Assisted Living - Gilmer, TX

Wesley House Assisted Living

231 Quail Dr

Gilmer, TX 75645

1-855-243-3078

Located at 231 Quail Dr, Wesley House Assisted Living is a senior housing facility in Gilmer, Texas. With a median per-household income of $49,403, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has an average population ...

23 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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The Gardens at Hawkins - Hawkins, TX

The Gardens at Hawkins

830 North Beaulah St

Hawkins, TX 75765

1-855-229-7494

The Gardens at Hawkins is a senior care facility located at 830 North Beaulah St in Hawkins, Texas. With about 9,000 poeple living in the 75765 zip code, the surrounding area has an average population density. It is ...

25 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Prestige Estates - Tyler, TX

Prestige Estates

6928 Paluxy Dr

Tyler, TX 75703

1-855-229-7494

2 Reviews  

Located at 6928 Paluxy Dr, Prestige Estates is a senior community in Tyler, Texas. With a median per-family income of $57,325, the community is in a mostly middle income area. It is densely populated, with roughly 38,000 individuals ...

26 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Atria Copeland - Tyler, TX

Atria Copeland

5317 New Copeland Rd

Tyler, TX 75703

1-855-243-3078

1 Review  

Atria Copeland is a senior housing community for residents over the age of 65 located in Tyler, Texas. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with an average household income of $57,325. With approximately 38,000 residents ...

26 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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Rosewood Estates - Tyler, TX

Rosewood Estates

506 Rice Rd

Tyler, TX 75703

1-855-224-5130

1 Review  

Located at 506 Rice Rd, Rosewood Estates is a senior housing facility in Tyler, Texas. With a median per-family income of $57,325, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It is densely populated, with around 38,000 ...

27 miles away from Kilgore, TX

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