There are 20 independent living communities near Independence, Kentucky. Independent living costs in Kentucky range from about $22 up to $154 daily, with a median cost running approximately $60. The monthly expense averages about $1,795 and ranges between $649 and $4,620. On an annual basis, the mean cost is about $21,540, which is less than the nationwide average of $23,100.
The cost for independent living in Independence ranges from around $482 per month all the way up to $5,569 per month. The median cost is approximately $2,261 per month, or about $27,126 per year.
Located within Kenton County, Independence is a small city in the State of Kentucky. It is part of the Cincinnati-Middletown metro area. While the surrounding metropolitan area contains 345,712 residents, there are 26,796 living within the city itself. Residents who are over 55 comprise about 17% of the total community.
Independence has an exceptional SeniorScore™ of 84. The city has an average per capita income of $25,000 and an average household income is $70,000 (the Kentucky state average is $37,000). The current unemployment rate is roughly 5.58% and the mean home price is $247,500, which is significantly more than the state average of $124,500.
Independence has moderate mean temperatures, with moderate winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives average levels of rain each year. Compared to other American cities, Independence has very good water quality, average air quality ratings, and a very low rate of crime.