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Assisted Living in Pottstown, Pennsylvania

There are 19 assisted living facilities serving Pottstown, Pennsylvania. This includes 5 facilities in Pottstown and 14 nearby. The mean daily cost of assisted living in Pennsylvania is around $109, with costs running between $31 and $256 per day. On a per month basis, this equates to a median expenditure of $3,280, with costs ranging from about $925 to $7,677. The mean annual cost is $39,360, which is less than the national average of $42,000.

The cost for assisted living in Pottstown, PA ranges from about $1,050 per month up to $11,250 per month. The average cost is about $4,886 per month, or about $58,626 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Pottstown, Pennsylvania



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

  • Pottstown scores significantly lower than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
  • Pottstown scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Pottstown Memorial Med Center and Phoenixville Hospital).
  • There are 55 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Manatawny Manor, Manatawny Manor, and Jefferson School Apartments.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very 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 178 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (25% of residents).
  • There are 150 golf courses in or around the city, including Bellewood Golf Club, Brookside Country Club, and Spring Hollow Golf Course.
  • There are 8 parks near the city center, including Camp Innabah, St. Peter\'s Village Hiking / Horse Trails, and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site.
  • There are 129 churches in or near the city, including Coventry Church of-Brethren, St John Lutheran Church, and St Thomas More Church.
  • There are 2 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 71 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 7 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 96 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 4.18% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.28% 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 $74,827, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $61,836, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,710, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $58,626 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $127,750 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $19,110 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $50,336 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.30%, which is average 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

  • Pottstown receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Pottstown has average mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has below average water quality.
  • Pottstown has an average population density of 1,140.0 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Pottstown have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Pottstown has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very low public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 89.07%.

Pottstown is a medium-sized city in the State of Pennsylvania. It is located within Montgomery County and is included in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. The surrounding statistical area includes 3,156,762 inhabitants, but there are 62,826 living within the city itself. The senior community currently makes up about 25% of the overall population.

Pottstown has an average SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has a mean per capita income of $30,000 and a mean household income is $62,000 (the Pennsylvania state average is $51,000). The median housing price in Pottstown is $331,500, which is higher than the state average of $213,000. Pottstown also has an average unemployment rate of approximately 7.3%.

Pottstown has moderate mean temperatures, with moderate winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives high levels of precipitation each year. In comparison to similarly-sized cities, Pottstown has lower than average water quality ratings, lower than average air quality, and a high crime rate.

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Sanatoga Center - Pottstown, PA

Sanatoga Center

225 Evergreen Rd

Pottstown, PA 19464

1-855-222-1541

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Located at 225 Evergreen Rd in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Sanatoga Center is a 130 room senior housing community. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-family income of $58,938. With around 47,000 individuals living ...

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Manatawny Manor - Pottstown, PA

Manatawny Manor

Old Schuylkill Road At Route 724

Pottstown, PA 19464

1-855-229-7494

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Situated within the Kenilworth neighborhood of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Manatawny Manor is a 133 bed senior housing community. With a median household income of $58,938, the facility is in a primarily middle income area. It is densely populated, with ...

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Manatawny Manor - Pottstown, PA

Manatawny Manor

30 Old Schuylkill Rd

Pottstown, PA 19465

1-855-233-7205

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Manatawny Manor is a senior community located within the Kenilworth neighborhood of Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The community is in a primarily wealthier area, with a median household income of $76,697. It has an average population density, with about 18,000 ...

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Walnut Woods - Boyertown, PA

Walnut Woods

35 N Walnut

Boyertown, PA 19512

1-855-233-7205

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Located at 35 N Walnut, Walnut Woods is a senior care community serving Boyertown, Pennsylvania. The surrounding area has an average population density, with around 18,000 people residing in the zip code of 19512. With a median household ...

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Walnut Woods - Boyertown, PA

Walnut Woods

35 North Walnut St

Boyertown, PA 19512

1-855-224-5130

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Walnut Woods is a senior care facility located at 35 North Walnut St in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. With an average per-family income of $59,680, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has an average population density, ...

6 miles away from Pottstown, PA

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Chestnut Knoll - Boyertown, PA

Chestnut Knoll

120 W 5th St

Boyertown, PA 19512

1-855-224-5130

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6 miles away from Pottstown, PA

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Atria Woodbridge Place - Phoenixville, PA

Atria Woodbridge Place

1191 Rapps Dam Rd

Phoenixville, PA 19442

1-855-238-4376

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Atria Woodbridge Place is a senior housing facility for those over 65 located in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The facility is in a generally affluent area, with a median per-household income of $89,358. With approximately 1,000 individuals residing in the ...

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What does assisted living cost in Pennsylvania?

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Assisted living in Pennsylvania costs around $109 per day (ranging from $31 to $256), $3,280 per month (ranging from $925 to $7,677), and $39,360 per year (ranging from $11,100 to $92,124). By comparison, the national averages are $117 per day, $3,500 per month, and $42,000 per year.

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What does assisted living cost in Pottstown?

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With prices running between $1,050 and $11,250 per month and averaging about $4,886, assisted living in Pottstown, Pennsylvania runs approximately $58,626 per year.

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What does assisted living include?

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Assisted living may be provided in either shared or private rooms, depending on the individual's budget. Services generally include medication assistance, toileting assistance, help getting dressed, meal planning, and help with bathing.

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Which assisted living facilities in Pottstown take Medicaid?

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The following assisted living communities in Pottstown take Medicaid: Wayne Center, St. Joseph's Manor (dba Entity of Hrhs), Cooper River West, Immaculate Mary Center For Rehabilitation and Healthcare, and Paul's Run.

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Are there a lot of seniors in Pottstown?

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While the city itself has 62,826 people, the surrounding area includes a total population of 3,689,328. People who are over the age of 55 make up approximately 25% of the community.

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