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Assisted Living in Waynesville, North Carolina

There are 21 assisted living facilities serving Waynesville, North Carolina. This includes 5 facilities in Waynesville and 16 nearby. The daily costs of assisted living in North Carolina range from $37 to $263, with an average expense running about $98. The per month cost averages roughly $2,940 and ranges between $1,100 and $7,895. On a yearly basis, the mean cost is around $35,280, which is under the national average of $42,000.

Assisted living costs in Waynesville generally range from around $1,182 per month up to $5,280 per month, with a median cost of approximately $2,500 per month. That equates to a yearly cost of $30,000.




SeniorScore™ for Waynesville, North Carolina



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

  • Waynesville scores lower than the North Carolina average of 72.
  • Waynesville scores lower than the national average of 72.
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Health & Safety

  • There is an average number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There is 1 hospital within close range of the city (Haywood Regional Medical Center).
  • There are 12 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Smoky Mountain Health and Rehabilitation Center, Community Care One of Haywood County, and Chestnut Park Rest Home.
  • There is a 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 77.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 43 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a high property crime rate.
  • The area has an average violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very high percentage of seniors in the population (38% of residents).
  • There are 23 golf courses in or around the city, including Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Laurel Ridge Country Club, and Waynesville Country Club Inn (Blue Ridge/Carolina Course at Waynesville Country Club Inn).
  • There are 5 parks near the city center, including Winngray Family Campground, Creekwood Farm RV Park, and Stonebridge Campground.
  • There are 3 churches in or near the city, including Allens Creek Baptist Church, Wesleyan Church of Canton, and All Christian Church.
  • There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 27 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 2 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 4 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.01% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.61% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 7.25%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • North Carolina has an average state income tax of 4.89%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $56,711, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $41,253, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $25,637, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $30,000 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $94,353 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $13,000 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $45,760 annually, which are average compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.67%, 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.
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General Quality of Life

  • Waynesville receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Waynesville has average mean temperatures, with average winters and warm summers.
  • This city has below average air quality.
  • Waynesville has a sparse population density of 163.0 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Waynesville have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a very low public transportation ridership.
  • Waynesville has an average public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a low graduation rate of 83.41%.

Waynesville is a small city in Haywood County in North Carolina. It is included in the Asheville metropolitan statistical area. The city has a population of 28,052, with 334,352 residents in the encompassing statistical area. People who are over the age of 55 compose approximately 38% of the community.

Waynesville has an above average SeniorScore™ of 70. The city has an average per capita income of $26,000. The median household income is $41,000 vs an average of $41,000 for the whole of North Carolina. The current unemployment rate is around 7.67% and the median home price is $258,000, which is somewhat higher than the state average of $204,000.

Waynesville has medium mean temperatures, with medium winters and warm summers. The area receives heavy levels of rain annually. Compared to other American cities, Waynesville has below average air quality and an average crime rate.

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1-855-238-4376

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Cherokee, NC 28719

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
How much is assisted living in the state of North Carolina?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in North Carolina is approximately $98 daily (ranging from $37 to $263), $2,940 monthly (ranging from $1,100 to $7,895), and $35,280 per year (ranging from $13,200 to $94,740). By comparison, the US averages are $117 daily, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.

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How much do assisted living facilities cost in Waynesville?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Waynesville, North Carolina averages from about $1,182 per month up to $5,280. The mean cost is about $2,500 per month, or around $30,000 per year.

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What is included with assisted living?

Answer
Services typically included with assisted living are spiritual programs, bathing assistance, social programs, transportation assitance, and regular health care. Private and semi-private rooms are usually available depending on the budget.

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Can I pay for assisted living in Waynesville with Medicaid?

Answer
There are several assisted living facilities in Waynesville that take Medicaid, which include Aston Park Health Care Center, Givens Health Center, Baptist Retirement Homes of North Carolina, Fleshers Fairview Health and Retirement Center, and The Oaks at Sweeten Creek.

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What is the senior population of Waynesville?

Answer
Though the city itself is home to 28,052 inhabitants, the encompassing statistical area contains a total population of 414,449. The 55+ community currently makes up around 38% of the total population.

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