Assisted Living in Lindstrom, Minnesota

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The town of Lindstrom, MN, often referred to as America’s Little Sweden, offers retirees breathtaking lakeside vistas, Old World charm and enviable summer weather. Older adults can stroll along the sandy Beach Park, explore the Allemansrätt Wilderness Park and hunt for antiques and Swedish-inspired finds in the historic downtown district. Art gallery exhibits, summer concerts and live theater performances bring a wealth of enriching opportunities to seniors, and Lindstrom is only 35 miles from the conveniences and amenities of the Twin Cities.

There are 20 assisted living facilities in Lindstrom. According to Genworth Financial's 2020 Cost of Care Survey, these facilities charge an average of $4,797 per month, which is $497 higher than the national median of $4,300. Lindstrom’s relative affordability, natural beauty and rural ambiance make it an inviting destination to call home for the golden years.

The SeniorScore for Lindstrom, Minnesota

The SeniorScore, which indicates how well a city meets the needs of its older adults, uses multiple data points across areas of importance to seniors. Lindstrom’s SeniorScore is 70, which is two points lower than the national score of 72. It earned its highest scores in the General Quality of Life and Finances categories, with respective scores of 68 and 62.

Lindstrom has low annual precipitation levels, mild summers and average air quality, which help create a pleasant climate for basking in the outdoors. However, long daily commute times and harsh median temperatures cost the town some points in its General Quality of Life score. More than one in four residents are aged 65 and older, so seniors may have plenty of company for socializing.

Lindstrom’s moderate Finances score reflects Minnesota’s taxation on retirement income. The average state income tax and city sales taxes also run higher than national averages. However, costs for assisted living, nursing home care and adult daycare fall near or below national medians.

Only one shopping center and one movie theater are in or near Lindstrom, which affected scoring in the Recreation & Leisure category. However, active seniors can tee off at one or more of the town’s 41 golf courses, roam the Swedish Immigrant Trail and enjoy fishing, boating and bird-watching in the surrounding Chisago Lakes Area.

Lindstrom scored lowest in Health & Safety due to having only two hospitals and a low number of Medicare-registered physicians within close range. Fortunately, the city has 17 senior living facilities and 29 pharmacies, and the average life expectancy exceeds the national average.

SeniorScore™ for Lindstrom, Minnesota

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Lindstrom scores higher than the Minnesota average of 70.
Lindstrom scores lower than the national average of 72.

Health & Safety

There is a low number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (St Croix Reg Med Ctr and St Croix Regional Medical Ctr).
There are 17 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Lakes Area Elder Care , North Branch Gracewood Senior Living, and Parmly Life Pointes.
There is a high 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 81.1, compared to the national average of 78.6.
There are 29 pharmacies within close range of the city.

Recreation & Leisure

The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
There are 41 golf courses in or around the city, including Chisago Lakes Golf Course, North Branch Golf Course, and Falcon Ridge Golf Course (Executive Nine Course at Falcon Ridge Golf Course).
There are 7 parks near the city center, including Blue Waters Leisure Park, Wild River State Park, and Wild Mountain Ski Area Water Park.
There are 19 churches in or near the city, including Immanuel Lutheran Church, Chisago Lake Lutheran Church, and St Bridgets Catholic Church.
There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
There are 9 grocery stores within the city.
There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
There are 11 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.

Finances

The property taxes average 3.54% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
The property taxes average 1.09% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
The city sales taxes averages 7.38%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
Minnesota has an average state income tax of 4.79%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
The city's mean household income is $81,126, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
The city's median household income is $65,654, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
The city's per capita income is $31,183, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
Assisted living costs average $42,810 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
Nursing home costs average $94,451 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
Adult daycare costs average $15,860 per year, which are low compared to national numbers.
Home healthcare costs average $56,628 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
The unemployment rate is about 6.22%, which is low compared to national averages.
The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.

General Quality of Life

Lindstrom receives low levels of rainfall each year.
Lindstrom has very harsh mean temperatures, with very cold winters and pleasant summers.
This city has average air quality.
Lindstrom has a sparse population density of 214.3 people per square mile.
Residents of Lindstrom have a long daily commute time.
The city has a high public transportation ridership.
Lindstrom has a very high public school quality ranking.
The city has a high public school safety rating.
This city has a very high graduation rate of 93.83%.

Assisted Living Costs in Lindstrom, Minnesota

Lindstrom is close to Minneapolis, so it likely shares the larger city's average monthly assisted living cost of $4,797, according to Genworth Financial's 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This rate is $497 higher than the national median of $4,300 and $514 more expensive than Minnesota as a whole, which has a statewide monthly average cost of $4,283.

Lindstrom is one of Minnesota’s more expensive cities for assisted living. In the state’s central region, St. Cloud seniors save $2,074 compared to their counterparts in Lindstrom. In Rochester, to the south, this level of care costs $1,692 less than in Lindstrom. Toward the northeastern corner of the state, Duluth has a slightly smaller difference in pricing, as its average monthly costs run $1,576 below Lindstrom's prices. However, average rates in Mankato, which is west of Rochester, are $171 higher. Prices in Lindstrom are also higher than in some of Wisconsin’s cities to the east. About two hours southeast in Eau Claire, seniors pay $797 less, and three hours away in the La Crosse area, assisted living costs are $952 lower than in Lindstrom.

St. Cloud: $2,723
Rochester: $3,105
Duluth: $3,221
Lindstrom/Minneapolis Area: $4,797
Mankato: $4,968
Eau Claire: $4,000
La Crosse Area: $3,845

Top Assisted Living Facilities in Lindstrom, Minnesota

Lakes Area Elder Care

11955 Lindstrom Ln

Lindstrom, MN 55045

1-855-233-7205

Lakes Area Elder Care is located at 11955 Lindstrom Ln in Lindstrom, Minnesota. It is a 5 room senior housing community. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with roughly 9,000 people residing in the zip code ...

Assisted Living in Lindstrom, Minnesota

The SeniorScore for Lindstrom, Minnesota

SeniorScore™ for Lindstrom, Minnesota

SeniorScore™ Overview

Health & Safety

Recreation & Leisure

Finances

General Quality of Life

Assisted Living Costs in Lindstrom, Minnesota

Top Assisted Living Facilities in Lindstrom, Minnesota

Lakes Area Elder Care

Parmly Life Pointes

The Royal Oaks

Christian Community Homes and Services

Meadows On Fairview

Scandia Elder Care

Home To Home Senior Care

Birchwood Senior Living

Comforts of Home

Elder Haven

Ecumen North Branch

North Branch Gracewood Senior Living

Life Senior Care

Sophie's Manor II

Brask Haven

Hugo Gracewood Senior Living

Hugo Gracewood Senior Living

Keystone Place at LaValle Fields

Cottage Homesteads of Willow Ponds

Waverly Gardens

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