Assisted Living in Ridgecrest, California

There is 1 assisted living facility in Ridgecrest, California. The costs per day for assisted living in California range from $33 to $300, with a median expenditure running approximately $125. The per month expense averages around $3,750 and ranges between $987 and $9,000. Annually, the median cost is around $45,000, which is above the national average of $42,000.

The cost of assisted living in Ridgecrest can range from about $1,650 per month to $7,000 per month. The average cost is about $3,600 per month, or about $43,200 per year.

SeniorScore™ for Ridgecrest, California

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SeniorScore™ Overview

Ridgecrest scores lower than the California average of 71.
Ridgecrest scores lower than the national average of 72.

Health & Safety

There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
There are no hospitals within close range of the city.
There are 3 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including High Desert Haven, Ridgecrest Regional Hospital TC and Rehabilitation Unit, and Ridgecrest Regional Hospital.
There is an average number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
There is a very low number of fire stations serving the city.
The average life expectancy is 80.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
There are no pharmacies within close range of the city.
The area has a low property crime rate.
The area has an average violent crime rate.

Recreation & Leisure

The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (25% of residents).
There are 4 golf courses in or around the city, including China Lake Golf Course, China Lake Golf Course, and Trona Golf Course.
There are 16 parks near the city center, including Freedom Park, Hellmers Park, and Desert Memorial Park.
There are 2 churches in or near the city (Victory Missionary Baptist Chr and St Ann\'s Catholic Church).
There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
There are 12 grocery stores within the city.
There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
There are no gyms or health clubs in or near the city.

Finances

The property taxes average 2.83% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
The property taxes average 0.80% 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 $73,326, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
The city's median household income is $60,530, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
The city's per capita income is $29,375, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
Assisted living costs average $43,200 per year, which are average compared to national figures.
Nursing home costs average $100,010 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
Adult daycare costs average $23,566 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
Home healthcare costs average $46,332 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
The unemployment rate is about 7.36%, which is average 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

Ridgecrest receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
Ridgecrest has ideal mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and very warm summers.
This city has very poor air quality.
Ridgecrest has a sparse population density of 399.2 people per square mile.
Residents of Ridgecrest have a very short daily commute time.
The city has a low public transportation ridership.
Ridgecrest has a very low public school quality ranking.
The city has a very low public school safety rating.
This city has a high graduation rate of 89.69%.

Ridgecrest is a small city in Kern County in the State of California. It has a total population of 32,560, with 20,301,672 residents in the surrounding statistical area. Those over the age of 55 make up around 25% of the community.

Ridgecrest has an average SeniorScore™ of 65. The city has a median per capita income of $29,000 and a median household income is $61,000 (the California state average is $52,000). The current unemployment rate is roughly 7.36% and the mean home price is $136,500, which is much less than the state average of $451,500.

Ridgecrest has ideal mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and very temperate summers. The area gets optimal levels of rainfall annually. Ridgecrest has very low air quality and an average rate of crime in relation to other cities.

More About Ridgecrest, California

Top Assisted Living Facilities in Ridgecrest, California

High Desert Haven

1240 College Heights Blvd

Ridgecrest, CA 93555

1-855-222-1541

High Desert Haven is a senior care community located at 1240 College Heights Blvd in Ridgecrest, California. The facility is in a generally middle income area, with a median family income of $56,646. With about 34,000 poeple living ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How much do assisted living facilities cost in the state of California?

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The cost of assisted living in California runs from about $987 to $9,000 monthly, with a median around $3,750. By comparison, the national average is about $3,500 monthly.

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What is the cost of assisted living in Ridgecrest?

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Assisted living in Ridgecrest, California costs on average roughly $43,200 per year. Per month, the range is between $1,650 and $7,000, with a mean of about $3,600.

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What is included with assisted living?

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Services generally included with assisted living are social programs, housekeeping help, basic medical care, meal preparation, and hygiene assistance. Shared and private rooms are often available depending on budget.

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Can I pay for assisted living in Ridgecrest with Medicaid?

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There are a few assisted living communities in Ridgecrest that accept Medicaid, which include Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility, LifeHOUSE Parkview Healthcare Center, LifeHOUSE Bakersfield Healthcare Center, Brookdale Riverwalk, and Browning Manor .

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How many retirees are there in Ridgecrest?

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The surrounding metropolitan area contains 740,305 residents, but there are 32,560 within the city limits. The 55+ community composes around 25% of the overall population.