There are 20 independent living communities serving Bluffton, Indiana. This includes 2 communities in Bluffton and 18 nearby. The daily costs for independent living in Indiana range from $20 to $151, with an average cost running around $68. The per month expense averages about $2,048 and ranges between $602 and $4,521. On a yearly basis, the median cost is about $24,576, which is greater than the national average of $23,100.
Located within Wells County, Bluffton is a small city in Indiana. It is part of the Fort Wayne metro statistical area. The encompassing metropolitan area has 335,147 residents, but there are 14,645 living within the city limits. Around 29% of the local populace are over the age of 55.
Bluffton has an average SeniorScore™ of 68. The city's average household income is $46,000 ($24,000 per person), versus the average of $49,000 for the entire state of Indiana. The average housing price in Bluffton is $163,500, which is higher than the Indiana average of $163,500. The city has a high unemployment rate of around 10.34%.
Bluffton has harsh mean temperatures, with tolerable winters and pleasant summers. The area receives low levels of precipitation each year. Bluffton has excellent air quality ratings and an exceptionally low crime rate in comparison to other American cities.