Senior Living in 14261 (Buffalo, NY)
Surrounding zip codes: 14068, 14226, 14228, 14221, 14223, 14051, 14150, 14215, 14217, 14214
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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%.