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Assisted Living in Schenectady, New York

There are 19 assisted living facilities serving Schenectady, New York. This includes 6 facilities in Schenectady and 13 nearby. The median cost per day of assisted living in New York is $123, with costs ranging between $41 and $347 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to a median expense of $3,684, with costs ranging from around $1,217 up to $10,413. The median yearly cost is $44,205, which is over the national average of $42,000.

The cost for assisted living in Schenectady generally ranges from as little as $1,161 per month all the way up to $5,600 per month. The average cost is around $4,309 per month, or about $51,705 per year.




SeniorScore™ for Schenectady, New York



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

  • Schenectady scores higher than the New York average of 71.
  • Schenectady scores higher than the national average of 72.
68

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 5 hospitals within close range of the city, including Ellis Hospital, Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center, and St Clare's Hosp Of Schenectady.
  • There are 56 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Capital Living Nursing and Rehabilitation Centres, Ellis Residential and Rehabilitation Center, and Heritage Home For Women.
  • There is an average 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 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 293 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a high property crime rate.
  • The area has a very high violent crime rate.
74

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
  • There are 58 golf courses in or around the city, including Stadium Golf Club, Blue/Green Course at Colonie Golf Course, Town Of, and Schenectady Municipal Golf Course.
  • There are 16 parks near the city center, including Collins Park, Central Park, and Great Flats Nature Trail.
  • There are 196 churches in or near the city, including Christ Church Episcopal, Afghan Islamic Center, and Mt Olivet Missionary Baptist.
  • There are 25 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 155 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 12 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 115 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 5.52% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 2.41% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.50%, which is lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • New York has an average state income tax of 4.81%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $72,724, which is significantly higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $58,650, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $29,338, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $51,705 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $137,934 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $21,320 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $53,768 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.76%, which is low 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.
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General Quality of Life

  • Schenectady receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Schenectady has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has above average air quality.
  • Schenectady has a dense population density of 3,684.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Schenectady have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a high public transportation ridership.
  • Schenectady has a low public school quality ranking.
  • The city has an average public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 89.99%.

Schenectady is a mid size city in Schenectady County within the State of New York. It is included in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metropolitan statistical area. The surrounding metropolitan area includes 695,952 inhabitants, but there are 162,643 living inside the city itself. The senior community makes up around 27% of the total population.

Schenectady has an above average SeniorScore™ of 72. The median home price in the city is $168,000, which is less than the state average of $328,500. Schenectady also has a moderate unemployment rate of approximately 6.76%. The city's median household income is $59,000 ($29,000 per person), vs an average of $62,000 for the entire state of New York.

Schenectady has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The area receives average levels of rain annually. In relation to other American cities, Schenectady has a very high crime rate and better than average air quality.

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Glen Eddy - Schenectady, NY

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1 Glen Eddy Dr

Schenectady, NY 12309

1-855-238-4376

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Brookdale East Niskayuna - Niskayuna, NY

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Niskayuna, NY 12309

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Glendale Nursing Home - Scotia, NY

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Scotia, NY 12302

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Atria Guilderland - Slingerlands, NY

Atria Guilderland

300 Mill Rose Court

Slingerlands, NY 12159

1-855-233-7205

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Atria Crossgate - Albany, NY

Atria Crossgate

140 Washington Avenue Extension

Albany, NY 12203

1-855-222-1541

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Brookdale Colonie - Latham, NY

Brookdale Colonie

626 Watervliet Shaker Rd

Latham, NY 12110

1-855-243-3078

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Millview of Latham - Cohoes, NY

Millview of Latham

514 Old Loudon Rd

Cohoes, NY 12047

1-855-238-4376

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Millview of Latham is a senior housing facility located at 514 Old Loudon Rd in Cohoes, New York. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with an average per-family income of $47,341. With approximately 21,000 poeple ...

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Eddy Village Green - Cohoes, NY

Eddy Village Green

421 W Columbia St

Cohoes, NY 12047

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Located at 421 W Columbia St in Cohoes, New York, Eddy Village Green is a 192 unit senior care facility. With an average household income of $47,341, the facility is in a mostly middle income area. It has ...

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Terrace at Beverwyck - Slingerlands, NY

Terrace at Beverwyck

41 Beverwyck Ln

Slingerlands, NY 12159

1-855-229-7494

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much does assisted living cost in New York?

Answer
With a range between roughly $41 and $347 daily, the median cost of assisted living in New York is about $3,684 monthly.

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How much is assisted living in Schenectady?

Answer
The minimum monthly cost for assisted living in Schenectady, New York is around $1,161 and can run as high as $5,600. The median cost is roughly $4,309 monthly, with a yearly cost of around $51,705.

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What does assisted living include?

Answer
Assisted living is provided in either private or shared rooms. Services generally include meal planning, medication assistance, transportation services, help getting dressed, and toileting assistance.

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Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Schenectady?

Answer
The following assisted living facilities in Schenectady accept Medicaid: The Wesley Community, Kingsway Arms Nursing Center, The Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls, Schuyler Ridge Residential Healthcare, and Glendale Nursing Home.

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Are there a lot of retirees in Schenectady?

Answer
The encompassing statistical area contains 720,566 inhabitants, but there are 162,643 within the city itself. The 55-and-over community currently represents approximately 27% of the total population.

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