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Assisted Living in Lehigh Acres, Florida

There are 18 assisted living facilities serving Lehigh Acres, Florida. This includes 5 facilities in Lehigh Acres and 13 nearby. The costs per day of assisted living in Florida range from $28 up to $264, with an average cost running about $100. The per month expense averages about $3,000 and ranges between $850 and $7,920. Annually, the mean cost is around $36,000, which is less than the nationwide average of $42,000.

Costs for assisted living in Lehigh Acres, FL typically range between $1,050 per month and $7,600 per month. The median cost is $3,748 per month, or about $44,970 annually.




SeniorScore™ for Lehigh Acres, Florida



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

  • Lehigh Acres scores significantly lower than the Florida average of 76.
  • Lehigh Acres 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 is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Lehigh Regional Medical Center).
  • There are 27 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Brookdale Lehigh Acres, Fountain Crest, and Lehigh Acres Health and Rehabilitation Center.
  • 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 79.4, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 42 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (19% of residents).
  • There are 106 golf courses in or around the city, including Admiral Lehigh Golf & Resort -Resort (North), Westminster Golf Club, and Majestic Golf Club.
  • There are 6 parks near the city center, including Wild Turkey Strand Preserve, Harns Marsh, and Caloosahatchee Regional Park.
  • There are 17 churches in or near the city, including Faith Lutheran Church, First Baptist Church of Lehigh, and Agape Christian Fellowship.
  • There are 7 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 47 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are no movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 8 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.87% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.04% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.75%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Florida has an average state income tax of 0.00%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $55,612, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $44,352, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $18,352, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $44,970 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $110,413 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $19,240 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $50,336 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 15.01%, which is very high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is average 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

  • Lehigh Acres receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Lehigh Acres has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Lehigh Acres has an average population density of 1,193.9 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Lehigh Acres have a very long daily commute time.
  • The city has a low public transportation ridership.
  • Lehigh Acres has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 80.54%.

Lehigh Acres is a medium sized city in the State of Florida. It is located in Lee County and is included in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metropolitan area. Though the city itself includes 84,918 inhabitants, the encompassing metropolitan area has a populace of 473,754. Residents over 55 compose 19% of the population.

The SeniorScore™ for Lehigh Acres is 66. The city has an average per capita income of $18,000 and an average household income is $44,000 (the Florida state average is $40,000). The mean home price in Lehigh Acres is $133,500, which is much less than the Florida average of $208,500. The city also has a high unemployment rate of around 15.01%.

Lehigh Acres has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The area receives very large levels of rainfall annually. Lehigh Acres has better than average air quality ratings in comparison to other cities.

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Fountain Crest - Lehigh Acres, FL

Fountain Crest

1230 Taylor Ln

Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

1-855-238-4376

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Located at 1230 Taylor Ln, Fountain Crest is a senior housing community in Lehigh Acres, Florida. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with a median per-household income of $42,712. With approximately 20,000 individuals residing in ...

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Avalon Assisted Living - Fort Myers, FL

Avalon Assisted Living

2580 1st St

Fort Myers, FL 33901

1-855-222-1541

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Located near the Tice neighborhood, Avalon Assisted Living is a senior community in Fort Myers, Florida. With a median household income of $39,960, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It has a medium-density population, with ...

12 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Manorcare Health Services - Fort Myers, FL

Manorcare Health Services

13881 Eagle Ridge Dr

Fort Myers, FL 33912

1-855-240-2530

15 Reviews  

Manorcare Health Services is situated near by the Villas neighborhood of Fort Myers, Florida. It is a 120 unit nursing care facility. The neighboring area has an average population density, with approximately 16,000 residents in the zip code ...

12 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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The Palms of Fort Myers - Fort Myers, FL

The Palms of Fort Myers

2674 Winkler Ave

Fort Myers, FL 33901

1-855-224-5130

2 Reviews  

Situated near the Page Park area of the city, The Palms of Fort Myers is a senior care community in Fort Myers, Florida. The community is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-household income of $39,960. ...

13 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Evans Health Care - Fort Myers, FL

Evans Health Care

3735 Evans Ave

Fort Myers, FL 33901

1-855-222-1541

7 Reviews  

Evans Health Care is situated nearby the Page Park neighborhood of Fort Myers, Florida. It is a 120 bed nursing care facility. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with about 21,000 poeple living in the 33901 zip ...

13 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Calusa Harbour - Fort Myers, FL

Calusa Harbour

2525 1st St

Fort Myers, FL 33901

1-855-240-2530

5 Reviews  

Located nearby the Lochmoor Waterway Estates neighborhood of Fort Myers, Florida, Calusa Harbour is a 60 unit senior housing community. The community is in a largely middle class area, with a median household income of $39,960. It has ...

14 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Senior Companion Care - Fort Myers, FL

Senior Companion Care

5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd

Fort Myers, FL 33907

1-855-222-1541

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Located within the Pine Manor neighborhood, Senior Companion Care is a senior housing community in Fort Myers, Florida. With an average family income of $39,647, the facility is in a predominantly middle class area. It is heavily populated, ...

14 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Lamplight of Fort Myers - Fort Myers, FL

Lamplight of Fort Myers

1896 Park Meadows Dr

Fort Myers, FL 33907

1-855-238-4376

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Lamplight of Fort Myers is a senior housing facility situated in the Pine Manor neighborhood of Fort Myers, Florida. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with about 23,000 residents in the 33907 zip code. With a median per-household ...

15 miles away from Lehigh Acres, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much does assisted living cost in the state of Florida?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Florida averages roughly $100 per day, $3,000 per month, and $36,000 per year. By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 per month, and $42,000 per year.

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How much does assisted living cost in Lehigh Acres?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Lehigh Acres, Florida ranges between approximately $1,050 and $7,600 monthly. The mean cost is approximately $3,748 monthly, or around $44,970 per year.

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What is included with assisted living?

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Most assisted living communities offer both shared and private rooms. They generally offer many services including medication monitoring, 24-monitoring, recreational programs, help getting dressed, and housekeeping services.

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Are there any assisted living communities in Lehigh Acres that take Medicaid?

Answer
There are several assisted living communities in Lehigh Acres accepting Medicaid, including Manorcare Health Services, Evans Health Care, Renaissance at The Terraces, Heartland Health Care Center Fort Myers, and Shell Point Retirement Community.

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How many seniors live in Lehigh Acres?

Answer
While the encompassing statistical area contains 587,264 inhabitants, there are 84,918 within the city limits. Residents who are over the age of 55 comprise 19% of the population.

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