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Assisted Living in Los Angeles, California

There are 134 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles, California. Assisted living costs in California range from around $33 to $300 per day, with an average expense running about $125. The monthly cost averages roughly $3,750 and ranges between $987 and $9,000. On a yearly basis, the mean cost is about $45,000, which is over the nationwide average of $42,000.

The cost of assisted living in Los Angeles generally ranges from around $1,013 per month all the way up to $8,500 per month. The median cost is around $3,800 per month, or about $45,600 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Los Angeles, California



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

  • Los Angeles scores lower than the California average of 71.
  • Los Angeles scores lower than the national average of 72.
69

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 63 hospitals within close range of the city, including Orthopaedic Hospital, California Hospital Medical Center La, and Los Angeles Metropolitan Medical Ctr.
  • There are 660 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Raechelle Care Home, Sunnyview Convalescent Center, and Adams Residential Care Facility.
  • 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 80.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 3049 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (19% of residents).
  • There are 118 golf courses in or around the city, including Wilshire Country Club, Roosevelt Municipal Golf Course, and Harding Course at Griffith Park Golf Courses.
  • There are 35 parks near the city center, including Exposition Park Rose Garden, MacArthur Park, and Pershing Square.
  • There are 769 churches in or near the city, including Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Berendo Street Baptist Church, and St Mary\'s Episcopal Church.
  • There are 10 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 1954 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 232 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 945 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.68% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.59% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.75%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • California has an average state income tax of 3.79%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $63,352, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $43,951, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,853, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $45,600 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $97,638 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $19,760 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $48,620 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 10.91%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very high 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

  • Los Angeles receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
  • Los Angeles has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very warm summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has below average water quality.
  • Los Angeles has a very dense population density of 14,179.0 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Los Angeles have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Los Angeles has a very low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 66.57%.

Los Angeles is a major city in Los Angeles County, California. With 7,287,303 residents in the encompassing metropolitan area and 2,378,448 living inside the city, it is the biggest city in California. The 55+ community represents about 19% of the total population.

Los Angeles has a medium SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has a mean per capita income of $25,000. The mean household income is $44,000 vs an average of $52,000 for the entire state of California. The current unemployment rate is around 10.91% and the mean home price is $477,000, which is relatively higher than the state average of $451,500.

Los Angeles has ideal mean temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The area gets optimal levels of precipitation annually. In relation to similarly-sized cities, Los Angeles has a higher than average rate of crime, poor water quality ratings, and very low air quality.

Los Angeles Senior Living

The City of Angels is known for its sunshine and celebrities. Ranked by Wallethub as one of the most fun cities in the nation, Los Angeles is a very popular tourist destination. So popular, in fact, that visitors end up staying for good.

Aside from the excitement of Hollywood, Los Angeles is a vibrant city with close-to-perfect weather, rich cultural diversity, endless entertainment and dining options, beautiful landscapes, and high-quality health care. Knowing all that Los Angeles has to offer, you might think the cost of living is the highest of all large U.S. cities, but that's not the case. Los Angeles has a lower cost of living than New York City, Honolulu, San Francisco, Miami, Philadelphia, Seattle, Boston, or San Diego.

Even though more than four million people reside in LA, the city trails behind New York as the second most populated city in America. While the senior population in LA is just under 17 percent, there are still plenty of resources and activities available for older adults. And with more than 80 independent living, senior apartment, and retirement communities, Los Angeles has plenty of affordable options for seniors. Seniors living in Los Angeles can find that the town is just as accommodating as it is entertaining.

Senior Resources in Los Angeles

Resources in Los Angeles are unique as they are vast. Aging Well in L.A. is a one-of-a-kind resource and television show broadcast on LA Cityview Channel 35. The show provides valuable information for seniors and their caregivers. The 30-minute weekly program focuses on issues affecting the senior population and is a source of knowledge on what the city has to offer.

Senior centers are an important resource for a senior and provide an environment for older adults to engage in healthy, stimulating programs. There are 16 multipurpose senior centers throughout Los Angeles that serve the community. The centers offer an array of activities and programs designed to enrich the lives of the seniors it serves for little to no cost. Group classes and tailored exercise classes are offered to provide seniors the opportunity to stay active and healthy. Some senior centers offer day trips. To find a center that serves your community or to learn more about what specific programs certain centers offer call 213-482-7252.

The center also provides a wide variety of resources to help seniors lead a well-balanced life. Seniors are offered health services and medical screenings on a regular basis at the centers. Basic health screenings and information on staying healthy and aging well are available for all members. Seniors also have access to care management programs that assess the social and health needs of its seniors. Workers use the information gathered to develop a care plan to meet the needs of the senior and ensure that the care plan works while in practice.

Seniors in need of legal services have access to it at the centers. The legal assistance provided helps assist seniors with legal issues regarding public entitlement, housing related laws, landlord and tenant disputes, government benefits, health law consumer protection and powers of attorney.

Other services such as congregate meals are also offered at the centers. In fact, there are more than 100 dining centers throughout the city that serve a hot nutritious meal five days a week. The meals are available to all seniors at no cost. For seniors who are homebound or are unable to attend any of the dining centers for any reason can take part in the Home Delivered Meals program. The program offers one hot, delicious meal to homebound seniors five days a week.

Transportation is an important part of everyday life. Two transportation programs are available and serve the senior population in Los Angeles. CityRide is a curb-to-curb program that provides discounted transportation to seniors and the disabled helping them lead a more independent lifestyle. For those interested in the CityRide program, applications are easily accessible on their website. The second transportation program is Paratransit. Paratransit is also a door-to-door program the provides rides to seniors who need extra assistance with accessing and utilizing transportation.

Fun in Los Angeles for Seniors

With so many entertainers in LA, it is hard not to stay entertained. The city is bursting with studio tours, famous and unique eateries and the best shops America has to offer. Be an audience member for a studio taping or take in a comedy show. Tour a brewery or visit the newest art installation. Los Angeles is brimming with beautiful and unique experiences.

While Los Angeles is known as being a pricey town to live in, there are plenty of free activities that can keep a person busy. Go sightseeing and see the Hollywood Walk of Fame or take pictures by the Hollywood sign. The best views are through the Griffith Park trails. Downtown, experience the Infinity Mirrored Rooms, an art installation that is truly impressive. Fan of game shows? Attending a Price is Right taping is completely fun and exciting for true fans. Hang out at the Santa Monica pier to listen to live music. The concerts are free and run for six weeks beginning in September. If the ocean has your heart, LA is lined with beaches that remain gorgeous year-round. There are so many beaches that surround the city, each offering a different experience.

Music fans will find plenty of easy listening concerts around the city to attend. The Dresden Room has had the singing couple performing at their venue since the 80's. The music is reminiscent of an old-time jazz lounge. Have a drink and listen to them cover the classics. Amphitheaters find a home in LA where the weather is always perfect for an outdoor concert. Bring a picnic and a bottle of wine and listen to some of the best performers in Hollywood Hills.

Want to explore the city but don't know where to start? Well LA has a tour for just about anything a person might want to explore. Hollywood lovers can book a movie location bus tour that drives guests around the city's most famous movie locations. Locations for movies including The Graduate and Chinatown are pointed out as relevant clips from those movies play on a screen in the bus. The Warner Brothers Studio Tour gives people a behind-the-scenes look at their productions. Talk a walk-through LA's Latin food and culture scene with a small group walking tour. In East LA and Boyle Heights, some of the best Latin dishes are being served as mariachi bands are heard. The tour makes stops at a local tortilla factory and bakery with tastings along the way.

But nature is an equally large part of this big city. Los Angeles Parks and Recreation maintains 181 parks throughout the city, plus 75+ miles of public beachfront. Take in all the beauty of Los Angeles at the Will Rogers State Historic Park. When you take the three-mile Inspiration Loop Trail, you can see the Los Angeles Basin from downtown to the ocean.

Spend a quiet day at the Huntington Library that features a 120-acre botanical garden. More than 15,000 different plant species are on display including succulents, roses, herbs and jungle plants. Japanese gardens with bonsai trees and beautiful bridges make the experience a relaxing one. There are so much plants to look at, a person can spend the entire day there and easily forget how fast time flies.

Baseball fanatics can take themselves out to the ballgame and visit Dodger Stadium. Cheer on Los Angeles's pro baseball team for some good old-fashioned fun. Friday summer games end with a fireworks display that bring just a little more magic to the experience. During off season, the stadium offers tours and gives guests a look into the historic sports arena. Speaking of arenas, the famous Rose Bowl Stadium hosts a flea market on the second Sunday of every month. The event draws more than 20,000 shoppers and 2,000 vendors each time. Everything from antique furniture to vintage clothing and records are being sold. Serious shoppers even pay an extra fee to go in early before the general public.

Impress the grandkids by taking them to see a turtle race at Brennan's. The turtle race that pits some of the slowest moving reptiles against each other has been around for nearly 50 years. Or, head to Pacific Park, where they can take a ride on the Ferris wheel or the antique carousel. For a rainy day, take them to Kidspace Children's Museum. With 3.5 acres of interactive exhibits including an indoor imagination workshop, an ant colony climbing structure, and an interactive greenhouse, it's one of the top destinations for LA kids.

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in California?

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The cost of assisted living in California averages roughly $125 per day, $3,750 per month, and $45,000 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 Los Angeles?

Answer
Assisted living in Los Angeles, California costs on average roughly $45,600 yearly. Monthly, the range is between $1,013 and $8,500, with an average of around $3,800.

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What is included with assisted living?

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Services administered in assisted living communities generally include medication monitoring, 24-monitoring, toileting assistance, regular health care, and exercise programs.

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Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Los Angeles?

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These assisted living communities in Los Angeles take Medicaid: Plymouth Village, Kingsley Manor Retirement Community, Marlora Post Acute Rehab Hosp, Braswell's Yucaipa Valley Conv, and Tarzana Health and Rehabilitation Center.

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How many seniors live in Los Angeles?

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The city has a population of 2,378,448, with 14,471,917 inhabitants in the surrounding metropolitan area. Residents over 55 comprise around 19% of the total population.

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