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Assisted Living in Wheeling, Illinois

There are 20 assisted living facilities serving Wheeling, Illinois. This includes 2 facilities in Wheeling and 18 nearby. The costs per day of assisted living in Illinois range from $35 up to $217, with a median expense running about $127. The per month cost averages roughly $3,805 and ranges between $1,048 and $6,500. Annually, the mean cost is around $45,654, which is above the US average of $42,000.

Costs for assisted living in Wheeling, IL generally range between $2,990 per month and $9,150 per month. The average cost is about $4,895 per month, or about $58,740 yearly.




SeniorScore™ for Wheeling, Illinois



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

  • Wheeling scores lower than the Illinois average of 74.
  • Wheeling scores lower 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 9 hospitals within close range of the city, including Northwest Community Hospital, Holy Family Medical Center, and Lake Forest Hospital.
  • There are 198 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Lexington of Wheeling, Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre, and Addolorata Villa.
  • There is a very high 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 79.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 1087 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very low property crime rate.
  • The area has a low violent crime rate.
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Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a low percentage of seniors in the population (24% of residents).
  • There are 212 golf courses in or around the city, including Chevy Chase Golf Course, Rob Roy Golf Course, and Rolling Green Country Club.
  • There are 16 parks near the city center, including Buffalo Grove Park District, River Trail Nature Center, and Ryerson Conservation Area.
  • There are 314 churches in or near the city, including St Joseph the Worker, Antioch Bible Church, and St Alphonsus Church.
  • There are 17 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 404 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 41 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 330 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 5.09% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.38% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.63%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Illinois has an average state income tax of 3.59%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $69,432, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $59,026, which is significantly higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $27,502, which is higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $58,740 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $92,163 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $16,900 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $51,205 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 6.66%, 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

  • Wheeling receives low levels of rainfall each year.
  • Wheeling has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has average water quality.
  • Wheeling has a dense population density of 4,007.3 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Wheeling have an average daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Wheeling has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 87.35%.

Wheeling is a small city in Cook County in the State of Illinois. It is included in the Chicago-Naperville-Joliet metropolitan area. While the surrounding metropolitan area contains 6,987,494 people, there are 37,633 residing within the city itself. The 55+ community composes 24% of the total population.

Wheeling has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 67. The city has a median per capita income of $28,000 and a median household income is $59,000 (the Illinois state average is $54,000). The mean home price in Wheeling is $289,500, which is much more than the Illinois average of $187,500. Wheeling also has an average unemployment rate of about 6.66%.

Wheeling has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers. The area receives low amounts of rainfall each year. Wheeling has a low crime rate, moderate water quality, and very poor air quality ratings in comparison to other cities in the United States.

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Top Assisted Living Facilities in Wheeling, Illinois



Elevate Care Riverwoods - Riverwoods, IL

Elevate Care Riverwoods

3705 Deerfield Rd

Riverwoods, IL 60015

1-855-241-4685

5 Reviews  

Brentwood North Hc Rehab Center is a 240 room nursing facility. It is located at 3705 Deerfield Rd in Riverwoods, Illinois. With roughly 28,000 poeple living in the 60015 zip code, the neighboring area is heavily populated. ...

3 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Brookdale Prospect Heights - Prospect Heights, IL

Brookdale Prospect Heights

700 E Euclid Ave

Prospect Heights, IL 60070

1-855-233-7205

Brookdale Prospect Heights is a senior housing community located at 700 E Euclid Ave in Prospect Heights, Illinois. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with roughly 17,000 poeple living in the zip code of 60070. It is ...

3 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Arden Courts of Northbrook - Northbrook, IL

Arden Courts of Northbrook

3240 Milwaukee Ave

Northbrook, IL 60062

1-855-243-3078

Arden Courts of Northbrook is a senior care community located at 3240 Milwaukee Ave in Northbrook, Illinois. With around 41,000 residents in the zip code of 60062, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is a primarily well-to-do ...

3 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights - Arlington Heights, IL

Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights

207 W Appletree Ln

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

1-855-229-7494

Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights is a 4 unit senior community. It is located at 207 W Appletree Ln in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The neighboring area is densely populated, with roughly 52,000 individuals living in the zip code ...

3 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Sedgebrook - Lincolnshire, IL

Sedgebrook

800 Audubon Way

Lincolnshire, IL 60069

1-855-222-1541

4 Reviews  

Sedgebrook is a senior care community located at 800 Audubon Way in Lincolnshire, Illinois. The community is in a predominantly affluent area, with a median family income of $138,178. It has a medium-density population, with approximately 9,000 individuals ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Brookdale Northbrook - Northbrook, IL

Brookdale Northbrook

4501 Concord Ln

Northbrook, IL 60062

1-855-238-4376

Brookdale Northbrook is located at 4501 Concord Ln in Northbrook, Illinois. It is a senior care facility serving residents 55 and over. The facility is in a mostly upper class area, with an average per-household income of $102,161. ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Axelson Manor - Northbrook, IL

Axelson Manor

2195 Foxglove Dr

Northbrook, IL 60062

1-855-224-5130

Axelson Manor is a senior community located at 2195 Foxglove Dr in Northbrook, Illinois. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with about 41,000 individuals living in the 60062 zip code. It is a generally wealthier area, with an ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Covenant Village of Northbrook - Northbrook, IL

Covenant Village of Northbrook

2155 Pfingsten Rd

Northbrook, IL 60062

1-855-224-5130

6 Reviews  

Covenant Village of Northbrook is a 102 room senior care community located in Northbrook, Illinois. The surrounding area has a dense population, with approximately 41,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 60062. With an average family income ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Covenant Retirement Communities - Northbrook, IL

Covenant Retirement Communities

2625 Techny Rd Ste 1

Northbrook, IL 60062

1-855-241-4685

Covenant Retirement Communities is a senior housing community located at 2625 Techny Rd Ste 1 in Northbrook, Illinois. The community is in a primarily well-to-do area, with an average household income of $102,161. It has a dense population, ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Luther Village - Arlington Heights, IL

Luther Village

1220 Village Dr Ste 145

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

1-855-233-7205

Located at 1220 Village Dr Ste 145, Luther Village is a senior housing facility serving Arlington Heights, Illinois. The neighboring area is densely populated, with roughly 52,000 poeple living in the 60004 zip code. It is a primarily ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Lutheran Home For The Aged - Arlington Heights, IL

Lutheran Home For The Aged

800 West Oakton St

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

1-855-243-3078

14 Reviews  

Lutheran Home For The Aged is a 285 bed senior care community located in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The encompassing area has a dense population, with about 52,000 poeple living in the 60004 zip code. With an average per-household ...

4 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Riverside Foundation - Lincolnshire, IL

Riverside Foundation

14588 W Half Day Rd

Lincolnshire, IL 60069

1-855-229-7494

3 Reviews  

Riverside Foundation is a senior care facility located at 14588 W Half Day Rd in Lincolnshire, Illinois. With roughly 9,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 60069, the surrounding area has a medium-density population. It is a ...

5 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Sunrise of Buffalo Grove - Buffalo Grove, IL

Sunrise of Buffalo Grove

180 West Half Day Rd

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

1-855-221-7955

Located at 180 West Half Day Rd, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove is a senior community in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. The community is in a generally wealthier area, with a median family income of $96,162. With around 43,000 people ...

5 miles away from Wheeling, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What does assisted living cost in the state of Illinois?

Answer
Assisted living in Illinois costs roughly $127 per day (ranging from $35 to $217), $3,805 monthly (ranging from $1,048 to $6,500), and $45,654 yearly (ranging from $12,576 to $78,000). By comparison, the national averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 yearly.

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What does assisted living cost in Wheeling?

Answer
Assisted living in Wheeling, Illinois costs on average roughly $58,740 annually. Per month, the range is between $2,990 and $9,150, with a mean of about $4,895.

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What is included with assisted living?

Answer
The services offered in assisted living facilities typically include regular health care, medication assistance, 24-hour supervision, housekeeping help, and transportation assitance.

Question
Can I pay for assisted living in Wheeling with Medicaid?

Answer
There are multiple assisted living facilities in Wheeling that accept Medicaid, which include Lincolnshire Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, ManorCare Health Services-Oak Lawn West, Presence Saint Benedict N and R, St Patrick's Residence, and Buckingham Pavilion.

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What is the senior population of Wheeling?

Answer
Though the encompassing area has 7,986,756 residents, there are 37,633 living inside the city itself. 24% of the local populace are over 55.

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