Senior Living in Branchdale, Pennsylvania

Top zip codes in Branchdale, PA: 17923

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SeniorScore™ Overview

Branchdale scores significantly higher than the Pennsylvania average of 75.
Branchdale scores significantly higher than the national average of 72.

Health & Safety

There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
There are 3 hospitals within close range of the city, including Schuylkill Medical Center - South Jackson Street, Schuylkill Medical Center - East Norwegian Street, and Saint Catherine Medical Center Fountain Springs.
There are 18 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Tremont Health and Rehabilitation Center, Golden LivingCenter - York Terrace, and Luther Ridge at Seiders Hill.
There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
The average life expectancy is 78.5, compared to the national average of 78.6.
There are 88 pharmacies within close range of the city.

Recreation & Leisure

The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (34% of residents).
There are 46 golf courses in or around the city, including Fountain Springs Country Club, Rolling Meadows Golf Course, and Hidden Valley Golf Course.
There are 3 parks near the city center, including Sweet Arrow Lake County Park, Camp Swatara, and Locust Lake State Park.
There are 20 churches in or near the city, including Schaediger Paul A, Ott Randolph B, and Dial-A-Prayer.
There are 5 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
There are 46 grocery stores within the city.
There are 3 movie theatres in or near the city.
There are 23 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.

Finances

The property taxes average 2.84% of total income, which is higher than the national average of 2.79%.
The property taxes average 1.57% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
The city sales taxes averages 7.00%, which is higher than the national average of 6.97%.
Pennsylvania has an average state income tax of 3.07%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
The city's mean household income is $45,498, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
The city's median household income is $39,722, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
The city's per capita income is $23,559, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
Assisted living costs average $33,300 per year, which are very low compared to national figures.
Nursing home costs average $96,725 per year, which are high compared to national costs.
Adult daycare costs average $14,560 per year, which are very low compared to national numbers.
Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
The unemployment rate is about 6.41%, which is low compared to national averages.
The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.

General Quality of Life

Branchdale receives very high levels of rainfall each year.
Branchdale has harsh mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
This city has very poor air quality.
Branchdale has a very sparse population density of 49.9 people per square mile.
Residents of Branchdale have a very long daily commute time.
Branchdale has an average public school quality ranking.
The city has a very low public school safety rating.
This city has a low graduation rate of 81.43%.