There are 19 independent living communities serving West Haven, Connecticut. This includes 2 communities in West Haven and 17 nearby. Independent living costs in Connecticut range from about $37 up to $169 per day, with a mean cost running approximately $97. The per month expense averages around $2,908 and ranges between $1,100 and $5,060. On a yearly basis, the average cost is about $34,907, which is over the US average of $23,100.
Costs for independent living in West Haven, CT typically range between $1,779 per month and $3,919 per month. The average cost is $2,690 per month, or about $32,274 yearly.
Located in New Haven County, West Haven is a mid size city in Connecticut. It is included in the New Haven-Milford metropolitan area. The encompassing metropolitan area contains 684,444 people, but there are 55,564 residing in the city. Those who are 55 and over make up around 24% of the total population.
The SeniorScore™ for West Haven is 64. The city has a mean per capita income of $27,000 and a mean household income is $53,000 (the Connecticut state average is $79,000). The current unemployment rate is about 10.88% and the median housing price is $322,500, which is less than the Connecticut average of $456,000.
West Haven has harsh average temperatures, with medium winters and pleasant summers. The area receives very heavy levels of precipitation each year. In comparison to other American cities, West Haven has an average rate of crime, very poor air quality ratings, and moderate water quality ratings.