There are 17 independent living communities serving Salinas, California. This includes 4 communities in Salinas and 13 nearby. Independent living costs in California range from about $18 up to $165 daily, with a mean cost running approximately $69. The per month expense averages about $2,062 and ranges between $542 and $4,950. On a yearly basis, the average cost is around $24,750, which is over the national average of $23,100.
Costs of independent living in Salinas, CA typically range between $1,925 per month and $3,781 per month. The average cost is $2,681 per month, or about $32,175 annually.
Salinas is a mid size city in Monterey County within the State of California. While the surrounding metropolitan area has 20,301,672 inhabitants, there are 182,180 living inside the city. Residents over the age of 55 make up approximately 18% of the total community.
Salinas has a medium SeniorScore™ of 65. The city's median household income is $57,000 ($22,000 per capita), compared to an average of $52,000 for the state of California. The median housing price in Salinas is $331,500, which is somewhat lower than the state average of $451,500. The city has a high unemployment rate of about 10.84%.
Salinas has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers. The area receives optimal levels of rain each year. Salinas has average air quality and a higher than average rate of crime in relation to other cities.