There are 20 independent living communities serving Waterbury, Connecticut. This includes 1 community in Waterbury and 19 nearby. The costs per day of independent living in Connecticut range from $37 up to $169, with a median expense running about $97. The per month cost averages around $2,908 and ranges between $1,100 and $5,060. Yearly, the mean cost is about $34,907, which is above the national average of $23,100.
Independent living costs in Waterbury generally range from around $1,779 per month up to $3,919 per month, with an average cost of approximately $2,690 per month. That equates to an annual cost of around $32,274.
Waterbury is a mid-size city in New Haven County within Connecticut. It is part of the New Haven-Milford metropolitan area. It is the 5th largest city in the state. The encompassing area is home to 684,444 residents, but there are 110,372 living within the city limits. Those who are over the age of 55 compose about 23% of the community.
Waterbury has a moderate SeniorScore™ of 61. The city has an average per capita income of $22,000 and an average household income is $43,000 (the Connecticut state average is $79,000). The current unemployment rate is roughly 13.05% and the median housing price is $81,000, which is much lower than the state average of $456,000.
Waterbury has extreme mean temperatures, with cold winters and calm summers. The city receives high levels of precipitation each year. Compared to similarly-sized cities, Waterbury has moderate water quality ratings, very low air quality, and an average rate of crime.