There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Peru, Indiana. This includes 4 facilities in Peru and 16 nearby. The average daily cost for assisted living in Indiana is around $124, with costs running between $37 and $274 daily. On a monthly basis, this equates to a mean expense of $3,724, with costs ranging from about $1,095 up to $8,220. The average annual cost is $44,685, which is higher than the US average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Peru, Indiana
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- Peru scores significantly lower than the Indiana average of 74.
- Peru scores significantly lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Dukes Memorial Hospital and Wabash County Hospital).
- There are 14 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Miller's Merry Manor in Peru, Indiana, Blair Ridge Health Campus, and Catered Living Independent and Assisted Living.
- There is a very low 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 77.6, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 27 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 an average percentage of seniors in the population (29% of residents).
- There are 29 golf courses in or around the city, including Indian Oaks Golf Club, Rock Hollow Golf Club, and Peru Golf Course.
- There are 3 parks near the city center, including Maconaquah Park, Honey Bear Hollow Family Camp, and Tall Sycamore Campgrounds.
- There are 38 churches in or near the city, including Anglican Catholic Church of Holy Trinity, First Church of Christ, and First Church of God.
- There is 1 mall / shopping center within close range of the city.
- There are 7 grocery stores within the city.
- There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
- There are 14 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 1.36% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 0.74% 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%.
- Indiana has an average state income tax of 3.33%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $49,965, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $39,222, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $18,825, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $44,310 per year, which are high compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $91,250 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $20,800 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 13.85%, which is very high compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is low compared to national averages.
- 2% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Peru receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Peru has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has above average air quality.
- Peru has a sparse population density of 128.5 people per square mile.
- Residents of Peru have a short daily commute time.
- Peru has a high public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very low public school safety rating.
- This city has a low graduation rate of 82.18%.
Peru is a small city in Miami County within Indiana. While the encompassing area includes 1,151,549 inhabitants, there are 23,766 within the city limits. Those who are over the age of 55 represent about 29% of the community.
Peru has a medium SeniorScore™ of 63. The city has a mean per capita income of $19,000. The average household income is $39,000 vs the average of $49,000 for the whole of Indiana. The current unemployment rate is about 13.85% and the average housing price is $117,000, which is somewhat lower than the Indiana average of $163,500.
Peru has extreme average temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The area receives average amounts of rainfall each year. Peru has above average air quality ratings and a moderate crime rate compared to other cities in the United States.