There are 12 assisted living facilities serving Sandusky, Michigan. This includes 3 facilities in Sandusky and 9 nearby. The median daily cost for assisted living in Michigan is about $107, with costs running between $25 and $262 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to a median expense of $3,200, with costs ranging from around $750 to $7,850. The median annual cost is $38,400, which is less than the US average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Sandusky, Michigan
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- Sandusky scores lower than the Michigan average of 71.
- Sandusky scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Mckenzie Memorial Hospital, Deckerville Community Hospital, and Marlette Regional Hospital.
- There are 9 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Sanilac Medical Care Facility, Sanilac Area Vlnce Elimination, and Martinez Retirement Home.
- There is a very low 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 78.2, compared to the national average of 78.6.
- There are 13 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a high property crime rate.
- The area has an average violent crime rate.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (31% of residents).
- There are 20 golf courses in or around the city, including E M S Links, Woodland Hills Golf Club, and Marlette Golf Club.
- There are no parks near the city center.
- There are 3 churches in or near the city, including Anderson Bill Ministries, Anderson Bill Rev, and Carsonville Assembly of God.
- There are no malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 7 grocery stores within the city.
- There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
- There are 7 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.87% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.12% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
- The city sales taxes averages 6.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
- Michigan has an average state income tax of 3.91%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
- The city's mean household income is $50,055, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $37,774, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $21,007, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $27,000 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
- Nursing home costs average $96,725 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
- Adult daycare costs average $18,200 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $44,616 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 14.21%, which is very high compared to national averages.
- The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
- 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
- Sandusky receives low levels of rainfall each year.
- Sandusky has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has above average air quality.
- Sandusky has a very sparse population density of 57.0 people per square mile.
- Residents of Sandusky have a very short daily commute time.
- Sandusky has a low public school quality ranking.
- The city has a low public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 87.84%.
Located in Sanilac County, Sandusky is a small city in Michigan. The surrounding statistical area contains 1,454,781 residents, but there are 5,745 residing in the city. The 55+ community comprises around 31% of the overall population.
The SeniorScore™ for Sandusky is 69. The city has an average per capita income of $21,000. The mean household income is $38,000 versus an average of $46,000 for the entire state of Michigan. The current unemployment rate is about 14.21% and the mean housing price is $133,500, which is somewhat less than the state average of $177,000.
Sandusky has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The area gets low amounts of rainfall annually. Compared to other cities in the US, Sandusky has an average rate of crime and above average air quality.