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The 4 Best Independent Living Communities in Tuscaloosa, AL

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Cost of independent living in Tuscaloosa area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $3,939 per month for independent living communities in Tuscaloosa. The national average for independent living costs in 2023 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in Tuscaloosa are 31% lower than the national average.

Compare average cost of independent living in Tuscaloosa, AL with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in Tuscaloosa, AL with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Independent Living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$4,970/mo

Pleasant Grove

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$3,692/mo

Northport

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Cost of care trends and insights for Tuscaloosa, AL

How are Independent Living costs Tuscaloosa this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 9.17% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, independent living in Tuscaloosa, AL is $3,939/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: Tuscaloosa, AL (2023)

$3,939

+9.17% year over year

Get to know independent living in Tuscaloosa, AL

Number of independent living communities in Tuscaloosa, AL

Number of independent living communities in Tuscaloosa County

Independent Living amenities in Tuscaloosa, AL

100% of these independent living have walking paths

50% of these independent living feel like home

50% of these independent living are verified

50% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

50% of these independent living offer fitness activities

50% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Tuscaloosa, AL

Excellent

Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

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Average Seniorly Community Score by city

7.3

Pleasant Grove

1 independent living communities

8.6

Northport

1 independent living communities

Get to know Tuscaloosa area

Demographics

Total population: 99,390

26% of population is 50+ years old, 11% is 65+ years old

Median income: $52,069

The poverty rate is 11% higher for this region compared to the Alabama state average, which is 15%

Diversity

42% of population identify themselves as Black, 3% as Asian, 4% as Hispanic, and 53% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $947 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 1 park

Crime rate: 394 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 76 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 71.6 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 0.7 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0% of people are exposed to violations

Explore other types of communities in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Tuscaloosa	$3,211
Northport	$2,988
Mc Calla	$3,538
Bessemer	$4,167
Pleasant Grove	$3,641
Jasper	$3,126
Birmingham	$3,494
Winfield	$3,013
Columbus	$3,144
Gardendale	$3,746
Irondale	$3,915

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