There are 14 assisted living facilities near Lewistown, Pennsylvania. The median daily cost for assisted living in Pennsylvania is about $109, with costs ranging between $31 and $256 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to an average expense of $3,280, with costs ranging from about $925 up to $7,677. The median annual cost is $39,360, which is below the nationwide average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Lewistown, Pennsylvania
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- Lewistown scores significantly lower than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
- Lewistown scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Lewistown Hospital).
- There are 8 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Malta Home Retirement Community, Ohesson Manor, and Golden Livingcenter - William Penn.
- There is a very low 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 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 24 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has an average property crime rate.
- The area has an average violent crime rate.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (33% of residents).
- There are 10 golf courses in or around the city, including Lewistown Country Club, Standing Stone Golf Club, and Lost Creek Golf Club.
- There is 1 park near the city center (Greenwood Furnace State Park).
- There are 24 churches in or near the city, including Donahey Darvin C, Warner Gary C, and Pine Glen Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.
- There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
- There are 25 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 4 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 3.27% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.55% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 7.00%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
- Pennsylvania has an average state income tax of 3.07%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $45,572, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $36,292, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $20,353, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $33,300 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $96,725 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $14,560 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 11.19%, which is high compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
- 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Lewistown receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Lewistown has average mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has below average air quality.
- Lewistown has a sparse population density of 216.2 people per square mile.
- Residents of Lewistown have a short daily commute time.
- Lewistown has an average public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very low public school safety rating.
- This city has a low graduation rate of 83.41%.
Lewistown is a small city in Mifflin County, Pennsylvania. While the surrounding statistical area contains 1,546,595 people, there are 21,209 within the city limits. Residents who are over the age of 55 represent about 33% of the community.
Lewistown has a medium SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has a median per capita income of $20,000 and a median household income is $36,000 (the Pennsylvania state average is $51,000). The average housing price in Lewistown is $133,500, which is significantly lower than the Pennsylvania average of $213,000. The city also has a high unemployment rate of about 11.19%.
Lewistown has moderate mean temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The area gets average levels of rainfall annually. Lewistown has an average rate of crime and subpar air quality ratings in comparison to other cities.