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Assisted Living in Somerset, New Jersey

There are 17 assisted living facilities serving Somerset, New Jersey. This includes 4 facilities in Somerset and 13 nearby. Assisted living costs in New Jersey range from around $67 up to $310 daily, with a mean expenditure running around $181. The per month cost averages about $5,430 and ranges between $2,008 and $9,300. Yearly, the median cost is about $65,160, which is above the national average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Somerset, NJ can range from $3,280 per month to $10,050 per month, with a median cost of approximately $6,950 per month. That equates to an annual cost of about $83,400.




SeniorScore™ for Somerset, New Jersey



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

  • Somerset scores lower than the New Jersey average of 76.
  • Somerset scores higher than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 10 hospitals within close range of the city, including Saint Peter's University Hospital, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and University Behavioral Hlthcare.
  • There are 98 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Stein and Stein Assisted Living, The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence , and Regency Jewish Heritage Post-Acute Rehabilitation And Nursing Center .
  • 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 80.3, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 970 pharmacies within close range of the city.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
  • There are 143 golf courses in or around the city, including Tara Greens Golf Center, Quail Brook Golf Course, and Spooky Brook Golf Course.
  • There are 13 parks near the city center, including Johnson Park, Elmer B Boyd Park, and Colonial Park.
  • There are 342 churches in or near the city, including St Matthias Catholic Church, First Baptist Church-Lincoln, and Community Baptist Church.
  • There are 8 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 435 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 16 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 240 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 7.02% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.81% 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%.
  • New Jersey has an average state income tax of 2.43%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $102,472, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $88,858, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $39,443, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $83,400 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $137,616 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $21,970 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $49,192 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.96%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very 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

  • Somerset receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Somerset has average mean temperatures, with average winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Somerset has a dense population density of 1,546.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Somerset have a very long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Somerset has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a high graduation rate of 92.43%.

Somerset is a small city in Somerset County, New Jersey. It is included in the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island metro area. Though the encompassing statistical area includes 5,372,907 residents, there are 49,921 living in the city limits. People who are over the age of 55 represent about 27% of the community.

Somerset has an above average SeniorScore™ of 75. The city's average household income is $89,000 ($39,000 per person), versus an average of $84,000 for the whole of New Jersey. The average home price in Somerset is $249,000, which is significantly less than the state average of $547,500. The city also has an average unemployment rate of roughly 7.96%.

Somerset has moderate mean temperatures, with moderate winters and calm summers. The city gets large levels of rain each year. Somerset has average water quality and low air quality in relation to other American cities.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Somerset, New Jersey



Spring Hills at Somerset - Somerset, NJ

Spring Hills at Somerset

473 Demott Ln

Somerset, NJ 08873

1-855-221-7955

Spring Hills at Somerset is a senior housing facility located at 473 Demott Ln in Somerset, New Jersey. The community is in a generally upscale area, with an average household income of $85,950. With about 51,000 individuals residing ...

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Stein Assisted Living - Somerset, NJ

Stein Assisted Living

350 DeMott Lane

Somerset, NJ 08873

1-855-243-3078

Located at 350 Demott Ln, The Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence is a senior housing facility serving Somerset, New Jersey. The community is in a primarily upper class area, with a median family income of $85,950. ...

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Darrow Street Group Home - South River, NJ

Darrow Street Group Home

32 Darrow St

South River, NJ 08882

1-855-243-3078

Located at 32 Darrow St, Darrow Street Group Home is a senior community in South River, New Jersey. With around 17,000 individuals residing in the 08882 zip code, the neighboring area has an average population density. It is ...

6 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Chelsea Senior Residences - South River, NJ

Chelsea Senior Residences

316 South Avenue

South River, NJ 08882

1-855-224-5130

Chelsea Senior Residences is a senior community located at 316 South Avenue in South River, New Jersey. The neighboring area has an average population density, with about 17,000 poeple living in the 08882 zip code. With a median ...

6 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Franklin Care Center - Franklin Park, NJ

Franklin Care Center

3371 Route 27

Franklin Park, NJ 08823

1-855-243-3078

5 Reviews  

Located within the Kendall Park area of Franklin Park, New Jersey, Franklin Care Center is a 180 unit senior community. With a median per-family income of $97,261, the facility is in a mostly well-to-do area. It has an ...

6 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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The Chelsea at East Brunswick - East Brunswick, NJ

The Chelsea at East Brunswick

606 Cranbury Rd

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

1-855-243-3078

Located at 606 Cranbury Rd, The Chelsea at East Brunswick is a senior care facility serving East Brunswick, New Jersey. With roughly 47,000 individuals living in the zip code of 08816, the surrounding area has a dense population. ...

6 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Sunrise of East Brunswick - East Brunswick, NJ

Sunrise of East Brunswick

190 Summerhill Rd

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

1-855-224-5130

1 Review  

Sunrise of East Brunswick is a senior community located at 190 Summerhill Rd in East Brunswick, New Jersey. With roughly 47,000 individuals living in the zip code of 08816, the surrounding area has a dense population. It is ...

7 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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CareOne at Somerset Valley - Bound Brook, NJ

CareOne at Somerset Valley

1621 Route 22 W

Bound Brook, NJ 08805

1-855-233-7205

CareOne at Somerset Valley is a senior housing facility located near by the Martinsville neighborhood of Bound Brook, New Jersey. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median per-family income of $71,287. It has ...

7 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Heritage at Clara Barton - Edison, NJ

Heritage at Clara Barton

1015 Amboy Ave Ste 1

Edison, NJ 08837

1-855-240-2530

Located at 1015 Amboy Ave Ste 1, Heritage at Clara Barton is a senior housing community serving Edison, New Jersey. With an average household income of $65,787, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It has ...

8 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Buckingham Place - Monmouth Junction, NJ

Buckingham Place

700 Woods Ln

Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852

1-855-229-7494

7 Reviews  

Located around the Kendall Park neighborhood, Buckingham Place is a senior housing community in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey. With a median household income of $93,959, the facility is in a generally upper class area. It has a medium-density ...

8 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Friends Retirement Concepts - Bridgewater, NJ

Friends Retirement Concepts

100 Monroe Street

Bridgewater, NJ 08807

1-855-241-4685

5 Reviews  

Situated near the Martinsville neighborhood of Bridgewater, New Jersey, Friends Retirement Concepts is a 64 bed senior housing community. The community is in a mostly wealthier area, with an average family income of $111,762. With roughly 39,000 poeple ...

8 miles away from Somerset, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in the state of New Jersey?

Answer
Assisted living in New Jersey averages approximately $181 daily (ranging from $67 to $310), $5,430 per month (ranging from $2,008 to $9,300), and $65,160 per year (ranging from $24,096 to $111,600). By comparison, the national averages are $117 daily, $3,500 per month, and $42,000 per year.

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How much is assisted living in Somerset?

Answer
Assisted living in Somerset, New Jersey averages approximately $6,950 on a monthly basis, or $83,400 annually. The monthly range of costs is between $3,280 and $10,050.

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What services are offered with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living typically includes help with dressing, religious activities, help with bathing, incontinence care, and housekeeping services. Care is offered in private or shared rooms.

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Can I pay for assisted living in Somerset with Medicaid?

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The following assisted living communities in Somerset take Medicaid as payment: Smithtown Center For Rehab and Nursing Care, Cedar Crest - Mountainview Gardens, Hamilton Place at The Pines at Whiting, Eastchester Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, and CareOne at Jackson.

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What are the demographics of Somerset?

Answer
The surrounding metro area has 5,077,245 inhabitants, but there are 49,921 living inside the city. 27% of the residents are 55 and over.

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