There are 20 assisted living facilities near Shamokin, Pennsylvania. The median daily cost for assisted living in Pennsylvania is around $109, with costs ranging between $31 and $256 per day. On a monthly basis, this equates to a median expense of $3,280, with costs ranging from about $925 up to $7,677. The median annual cost is $39,360, which is under the national average of $42,000.
SeniorScore™ for Shamokin, Pennsylvania
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- Shamokin scores lower than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
- Shamokin scores lower than the national average of 72.
- There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
- There are 2 hospitals within close range of the city (Shamokin Area Community Hospital and Sunbury Community Hospital).
- There are 18 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Mountain View, A Nursing and Rehabilitation Cente, Golden LivingCenter - Mansion, and Serenity Gardens Personal Care.
- 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 46 pharmacies within close range of the city.
- The area has a low property crime rate.
- The area has a low violent crime rate.
- The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (31% of residents).
- There are 29 golf courses in or around the city, including Indian Hills Golf, Three Ponds Golf Club, and Sunny Hill Golf Course.
- There is 1 park near the city center (Knoebels Campground).
- There are 31 churches in or near the city, including Valley School of Healing Arts, Clendaniel Gregory L, and St John\'s United Church-Christ.
- There are 2 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
- There are 21 grocery stores within the city.
- There is 1 movie theatre in or near the city.
- There are 10 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
- The property taxes average 2.24% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
- The property taxes average 1.13% 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 $42,772, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
- The city's median household income is $35,121, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
- The city's per capita income is $19,147, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
- Assisted living costs average $33,300 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 $14,560 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
- Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
- The unemployment rate is about 12.46%, which is 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.
- Shamokin receives average levels of rainfall each year.
- Shamokin has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
- This city has very poor air quality.
- Shamokin has a sparse population density of 245.1 people per square mile.
- Residents of Shamokin have a long daily commute time.
- Shamokin has an average public school quality ranking.
- The city has a very low public school safety rating.
- This city has an average graduation rate of 84.93%.
Shamokin is a small city in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. While the encompassing statistical area has 1,546,595 residents, there are 9,943 living in the city itself. 31% of the residents are over 55.
Shamokin has an average SeniorScore™ of 69. The city has a mean per capita income of $19,000. The median household income is $35,000 in comparison to an average of $51,000 for the whole of Pennsylvania. The current unemployment rate is about 12.46% and the median home price is $79,500, which is lower than the state average of $213,000.
Shamokin has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The area receives average levels of rainfall annually. Shamokin has very low air quality ratings and a lower than average crime rate compared to other cities in the US.