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Assisted Living in Portage, Indiana

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Portage, Indiana. This includes 4 facilities in Portage and 16 nearby. Assisted living costs in Indiana range from about $37 up to $274 daily, with a median expense running approximately $124. The monthly expense averages roughly $3,724 and ranges between $1,095 and $8,220. Yearly, the median cost is around $44,685, which is over the US average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Portage, IN range from around $2,990 per month up to $9,150 per month, with an average cost of approximately $4,895 per month. This equates to an annual cost of around $58,740.



SeniorScore™ for Portage, Indiana



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

  • Portage scores lower than the Indiana average of 74.
  • Portage 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 are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including St Mary Medical Center Inc, Methodist Hospitals, Inc, and Porter, Valparaiso Hospital.
  • There are 41 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Golden Living Center-Fountainview Place, Miller's Merry Manor, and Miller's Senior Living Community.
  • There is a 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 77.6, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 252 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 74 golf courses in or around the city, including Cressmoor Country Club, Supervisors\' Country Club(Pines/Ponds Course at Supervisors\' Country Club ), and Indian Ridge Country Club.
  • There are 14 parks near the city center, including Woodland Park, Woodland Village RV - Camper - Mobile Home park, and Yogi Bear\'s Jellystone Park.
  • There are 165 churches in or near the city, including Victory Christian Ctr, Nativity of Our Savior Parish, and Grace Baptist Church.
  • There are 11 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 88 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 7 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 54 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.28% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.99% 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 $61,355, which is lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $49,816, which is lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $24,386, which is 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 9.84%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very high compared to national averages.
  • 2% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Portage receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Portage has harsh mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Portage has an average population density of 1,469.9 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Portage have an average daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Portage has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 88.41%.

Portage is a small city in the State of Indiana. It is located in Porter County and is included in the Chicago-Naperville-Joliet metropolitan area. While the city includes 38,691 people, the surrounding statistical area has a population of 567,826. About 24% of the local residents are over the age of 55.

Portage has a medium SeniorScore™ of 68. The city's median household income is $50,000 ($24,000 per capita), versus the average of $49,000 for the state of Indiana. The median housing price in Portage is $213,000, which is higher than the Indiana average of $163,500. The city has a high unemployment rate of about 9.84%.

Portage has harsh average temperatures, with tolerable winters and pleasant summers. The city receives average amounts of precipitation each year. In comparison to similarly-sized cities, Portage has a lower than average rate of crime, poor air quality ratings, and moderate water quality ratings.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Portage, Indiana



Brookdale Portage - Portage, IN

Brookdale Portage

3444 Swanson Rd

Portage, IN 46368

1-855-238-4376

Brookdale Portage is a senior care community serving residents 55 and up located in Portage, Indiana. With an average per-household income of $52,121, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It is densely populated, with around ...

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Independent Loving Care Solutions - Valparaiso, IN

Independent Loving Care Solutions

744 Swallowtail Ct

Valparaiso, IN 46385

1-855-243-3078

Independent Loving Care Solutions is a senior care community located around the South Haven neighborhood of Valparaiso, Indiana. The encompassing area has a dense population, with roughly 40,000 poeple living in the 46385 zip code. It is a ...

5 miles away from Portage, IN

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Miller's Merry Manor - Hobart, IN

Miller's Merry Manor

2901 W 37th Ave

Hobart, IN 46342

1-855-224-5130

5 Reviews  

Miller's Merry Manor is a 110 unit senior care community located in Hobart, Indiana. With a median per-household income of $54,387, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It has a dense population, with about 32,000 ...

6 miles away from Portage, IN

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Brentwood at Hobart - Hobart, IN

Brentwood at Hobart

1420 Saint Marys Cir

Hobart, IN 46342

1-855-222-1541

Brentwood at Hobart is a 140 bed senior community. It is located at 1420 Saint Marys Cir in Hobart, Indiana. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 32,000 poeple living in the zip code of 46342. ...

6 miles away from Portage, IN

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Pines Village Retirement Communities - Valparaiso, IN

Pines Village Retirement Communities

4245 Meridian Woods Dr

Valparaiso, IN 46385

1-855-221-7955

Located at 4245 Meridian Woods Dr, Pines Village Retirement Communities is a senior care facility in Valparaiso, Indiana. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with an average household income of $72,391. With about 40,000 individuals ...

8 miles away from Portage, IN

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Brookdale Valparaiso - Valparaiso, IN

Brookdale Valparaiso

2601 Valparaiso St

Valparaiso, IN 46383

1-855-222-1541

Brookdale Valparaiso is a senior care community for people over the age of 55 situated in Valparaiso, Indiana. The neighboring area has a dense population, with around 41,000 individuals residing in the 46383 zip code. With a median ...

9 miles away from Portage, IN

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Brookdale Valparaiso - Valparaiso, IN

Brookdale Valparaiso

2501 Valparaiso St

Valparaiso, IN 46383

1-855-241-4685

Brookdale Valparaiso is a senior housing facility located at 2501 Valparaiso St in Valparaiso, Indiana. The surrounding area has a dense population, with about 41,000 residents in the zip code of 46383. With an average per-household income of ...

9 miles away from Portage, IN

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Pines Village Retirement Communities - Valparaiso, IN

Pines Village Retirement Communities

3303 Pines Village Cir

Valparaiso, IN 46383

1-855-233-7205

Located at 3303 Pines Village Cir, Pines Village Retirement Communities is a senior community serving Valparaiso, Indiana. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with roughly 41,000 individuals residing in the 46383 zip code. It is a largely middle ...

9 miles away from Portage, IN

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Aperion Care Valparaiso - Valparaiso, IN

Aperion Care Valparaiso

3301 N Calumet Ave

Valparaiso, IN 46383

1-855-221-7955

8 Reviews  

Located at 3301 N Calumet Ave in Valparaiso, Indiana, Aperion Care Valparaiso is a 146 bed senior housing facility. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-family income of $56,989. It is densely ...

9 miles away from Portage, IN

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much do assisted living communities cost in Indiana?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Indiana is about $124 per day (ranging from $37 to $274), $3,724 monthly (ranging from $1,095 to $8,220), and $44,685 annually (ranging from $13,140 to $98,640).

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How much does assisted living cost in Portage?

Answer
The minimum monthly cost for assisted living in Portage, Indiana is about $2,990 and may be as high as $9,150. The median cost is approximately $4,895 monthly, with a yearly cost of about $58,740.

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What services are offered with assisted living?

Answer
Most assisted living communities offer both private and shared rooms. They generally offer a variety of services including exercise activities, transportation services, incontinence care, basic medical care, and assistance with medication.

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What assisted living communities in Portage accept Medicaid?

Answer
Aperion Care International, ManorCare Health Services-Kenosha, Lieberman Center For Health and Rehab, Spring Mill Health Campus, and Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Portage.

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What is the senior population of Portage?

Answer
While the surrounding statistical area includes 646,928 residents, there are 38,691 living within the city. The senior community currently represents around 24% of the total population.

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