Senior Living in 14261 (Buffalo, NY)

Surrounding zip codes: 14068, 14226, 14228, 14221, 14223, 14051, 14150, 14215, 14217, 14214

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SeniorScore™ Overview

14261 has a SeniorScore® of 69, which is the 14th highest of any zip code in Buffalo, NY.
14261 scores the same as the Buffalo, NY average of 69.
14261 scores lower than the New York average of 71.
14261 scores lower than the national average of 72.

Health & Safety

There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within close range.
There are no hospitals nearby.
There are 35 senior living facilities in the area, including Beechwood Continuing Care , Skilled Nursing in Buffalo, and Elderwood at Amherst.
There are 6 home healthcare providers operating in the area.
There are 13 fire stations in close proximity.
The average life expectancy is 80.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
There are 175 pharmacies within short driving distance.
The area has a a very high property crime rate.
The area has a a very high violent crime rate.

Recreation & Leisure

The area has a very low percent of seniors (0% of the total population).
There are 39 golf courses nearby, including Grover Cleveland Golf Course, Oakwood Golf Course, and Evergreen Golf Club.
There are 2 parks nearby (Amherst State Park and Glen Park).
There are 49 churches nearby, including St Pius the X Church, St Pius the X Church, and Courton Edward L Jr Rev.
The area has a high number of malls and/or shopping centers.
The area has a high number of grocery stores and/or markets.
The area has a very high number of movie theatres.
The area has a very high number of health clubs / fitness studios.

Finances

The property taxes average 4.98% of total income, which is very high compared to the national median.
The property taxes average 2.65% of total property value, which is very high compared to the national median.
The sales tax rate is 6.50%, which is low compared to the national median.
New York has a high average state income tax rate of 4.81%.
The area has a per capita income of $4,701, which is in the top 100% of all per capita incomes in the US.
Assisted living costs average $51,180 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
Nursing home costs average $136,145 per year, which are very high compared to national costs.
Adult daycare costs average $12,480 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
Home healthcare costs average $52,624 annually, which are very high compared to national costs.
The unemployment rate is about 11.67%, which is high compared to national statistics.
The overall cost of living is medium compared to national averages.
0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.

General Quality of Life

This area receives average levels of rainfall each year.
This area has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
This area has very poor air quality.
This area has very good water quality.
14261 has a dense population density of 4,895.5 people per square mile.
Residents have a very short daily commute time.
The area has a high public transportation ridership.
The area has a low public school quality ranking.
The area has an average public school safety ranking.
This area has a very high education attainment of 100.00%.