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Assisted Living in Westwood, New Jersey

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Westwood, New Jersey. This includes 1 facility in Westwood and 19 nearby. Assisted living costs in New Jersey range from around $67 to $310 per day, with a mean expense running around $181. The monthly expense averages roughly $5,430 and ranges between $2,008 and $9,300. Annually, the mean cost is around $65,160, which is higher than the nationwide average of $42,000.

Costs for assisted living in Westwood, NJ generally range between $3,280 per month and $10,050 per month. The median cost is $6,950 per month, or around $83,400 yearly.




SeniorScore™ for Westwood, 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

  • Westwood scores higher than the New Jersey average of 76.
  • Westwood scores significantly higher than the national average of 72.
84

Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 30 hospitals within close range of the city, including Pascack Valley Hospital, Rockland Psychiatric Center, and Rockland Children's Psych Ctr.
  • There are 219 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Sunrise of Old Tappan, The Buckingham at Norwood, and The Promenade at Blue Hill.
  • There is a very 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 1450 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a very low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (29% of residents).
  • There are 204 golf courses in or around the city, including Bergen Hills Country Club, Blue/White Course at Edgewood Country Club, and Old Tappan Golf Course.
  • There are 18 parks near the city center, including Blauvelt State Park, Tallman Mountain State Park, and Palisades Interstate Park.
  • There are 574 churches in or near the city, including Our Lady of Victories, Community Church-Harrington Pk, and Our Lady of Victory.
  • There are 13 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 900 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 43 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 490 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 8.29% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.76% 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 $134,096, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $99,795, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $49,780, 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 6.78%, 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

  • Westwood receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Westwood has average mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Westwood has a dense population density of 2,740.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Westwood have a very long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Westwood has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a very high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very high graduation rate of 95.61%.

Westwood is a small city in Bergen County, New Jersey. It is part of the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island metro area. While the surrounding metropolitan area has 5,372,907 people, there are 26,339 residing within the city limits. The 55-and-over community constitutes approximately 29% of the overall population.

The SeniorScore™ for Westwood is 80. The city has a mean per capita income of $50,000 and a mean household income is $100,000 (the New Jersey state average is $84,000). The median home price in Westwood is $813,000, which is relatively higher than the New Jersey average of $547,500. Westwood also has an average unemployment rate of roughly 6.78%.

Westwood has moderate mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and mildly warm summers. The area gets very high levels of precipitation each year. In comparison to other cities, Westwood has very poor air quality, average water quality ratings, and a very low rate of crime.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Westwood, New Jersey



Emerson Health Care Center - Emerson, NJ

Emerson Health Care Center

100 Kinderkamack Rd

Emerson, NJ 07630

1-855-243-3078

11 Reviews  

Emerson Health Care Center is a 155 unit nursing home facility situated in Emerson, New Jersey. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with roughly 8,000 individuals living in the zip code of 07630. With a median per-family ...

0 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Oradell Health Care Center - Oradell, NJ

Oradell Health Care Center

600 Kinderkamack Rd

Oradell, NJ 07649

1-855-233-7205

6 Reviews  

Located at 600 Kinderkamack Rd in Oradell, New Jersey, Oradell Health Care Center is a 154 unit nursing care facility. The facility is in a predominantly affluent area, with a median per-household income of $124,218. With around 9,000 ...

1 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Brookdale Emerson - Emerson, NJ

Brookdale Emerson

590 Old Hook Rd Ste 1

Emerson, NJ 07630

1-855-222-1541

Brookdale Emerson is a senior care facility serving residents 55 and over. It is located at 590 Old Hook Rd Ste 1 in Emerson, New Jersey. The community is in a primarily affluent area, with an average per-family ...

2 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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CareOne at The Cupola - Paramus, NJ

CareOne at The Cupola

100 Ridgewood Ave

Paramus, NJ 07652

1-855-229-7494

2 Reviews  

CareOne at The Cupola is a senior housing facility located at 100 Ridgewood Ave in Paramus, New Jersey. The surrounding area is densely populated, with about 27,000 residents in the 07652 zip code. It is a largely upscale ...

2 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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CareOne at Pine Rest - Paramus, NJ

CareOne at Pine Rest

90 W Ridgewood Ave

Paramus, NJ 07652

1-855-241-4685

14 Reviews  

Located at 90 W Ridgewood Ave, CareOne at Pine Rest is a senior housing community serving Paramus, New Jersey. With roughly 27,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 07652, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is ...

3 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Sunrise of Paramus - Paramus, NJ

Sunrise of Paramus

567 Paramus Rd

Paramus, NJ 07652

1-855-222-1541

Sunrise of Paramus is a senior housing facility located at 567 Paramus Rd in Paramus, New Jersey. The community is in a largely upper class area, with an average household income of $108,193. With about 27,000 people residing ...

3 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Sunrise of Old Tappan - Old Tappan, NJ

Sunrise of Old Tappan

195 Old Tappan Rd

Old Tappan, NJ 07675

1-855-243-3078

3 Reviews  

Sunrise of Old Tappan is a senior community located at 195 Old Tappan Rd in Old Tappan, New Jersey. The facility is in a predominantly wealthier area, with an average per-household income of $106,536. It is densely populated, ...

4 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Ridgewood Center - Ridgewood, NJ

Ridgewood Center

330 Franklin Tpk

Ridgewood, NJ 07450

1-855-241-4685

7 Reviews  

Ridgewood Center is a 90 room senior housing community situated in Ridgewood, New Jersey. With roughly 26,000 poeple living in the 07450 zip code, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a mostly well-to-do area, with a ...

4 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Brookdale Paramus - Paramus, NJ

Brookdale Paramus

186 Paramus Rd

Paramus, NJ 07652

1-855-233-7205

4 Reviews  

Brookdale Paramus is located at 186 Paramus Rd in Paramus, New Jersey. It is a senior care facility for residents over the age of 55. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with about 27,000 residents in the 07652 ...

4 miles away from Westwood, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions



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

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With a range between around $67 and $310 daily, the average price of assisted living in New Jersey is about $5,430 monthly.

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How much is assisted living in Westwood?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Westwood, New Jersey averages from about $3,280 up to $10,050 monthly. The average cost is about $6,950 monthly, or around $83,400 per year.

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What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living commonly includes toileting assistance, meal planning, basic medical care, help with bathing, and housekeeping services. Care may be provided in shared or private rooms.

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Are there assisted living communities in Westwood that accept Medicaid?

Answer
There are several assisted living facilities in Westwood that accept Medicaid, including Seacrest Village, Jfk Hartwyck at Cedar Brook, CareOne at East Brunswick, Northern Riverview Health Care, and Bristol Glen.

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How many retirees live in Westwood?

Answer
The city has a total population of 26,339, with 5,077,245 residents in the encompassing metro area. People who are 55 and over represent approximately 29% of the total population.

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