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The 2 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Charles, LA

2 communities near Lake Charles, Louisiana

The Villages of Imperial Pointe

1717 Imperial Boulevard, Lake Charles, LA 70605Independent Living

The Villages of Imperial Pointe is a premier Independent Living community in Lake Charles, Louisiana, serving Lake Charles and the surrounding regions. No matter where you’ve lived before, our healthy, active lifestyle community would be honored to have you call Imperial Pointe home. The Imperial Pointe community is an innovative, new independent living community on a 75-acre Lake Charles, Loui...

The Verandah Retirement Community

5851 Gray Market Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70605Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

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Cost of independent living in Lake Charles area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $6,239 per month for independent living communities in Lake Charles. The national average for independent living costs in 2023 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in Lake Charles are 10% higher than the national average.

Compare average cost of independent living in Lake Charles, LA with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in Lake Charles, LA 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.

$6,239/mo

Jennings

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$2,657/mo

Orange

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Cost of care trends and insights for Lake Charles, LA

How are Independent Living costs Lake Charles this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 20% 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 Lake Charles, LA is $6,239/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: Lake Charles, LA (2023)

$6,239

+20% year over year

Get to know independent living in Lake Charles, LA

Number of independent living communities in Lake Charles, LA

Number of independent living communities in Calcasieu County

Independent Living amenities in Lake Charles, LA

100% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

50% of these independent living are verified

50% of these independent living offer fitness activities

50% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Lake Charles, LA

Very good

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.

Get to know Lake Charles area

Demographics

Total population: 77,283

35% of population is 50+ years old, 16% is 65+ years old

Median income: $48,719

The poverty rate is 5% higher for this region compared to the Louisiana state average, which is 18%

Diversity

47% of population identify themselves as Black, 2% as Asian, 4% as Hispanic, and 47% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $781 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 0 park

Crime rate: 527 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 75 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 62.4 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 3 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0.1% of people are exposed to violations

Explore other types of communities in Lake Charles, Louisiana

Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Lake Charles	$3,795
Sulphur	$3,817
Orange	$4,074
Jennings	$3,913
Groves	$4,171
Port Arthur	$4,076
Crowley	$3,701
Beaumont	$3,861
Silsbee	$3,462
Jasper	$4,118
Abbeville	$3,478

Helpful Resources

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Independent Living: Your Definitive Guide for 2023

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