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The 8 Best Independent Living Communities in Harrisburg, PA

8 communities near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Holiday Manor at Oakridge

4500 Oakhurst Boulevard, Harrisburg, PA 17110Independent Living

Discover a community where you can thrive in an independent living lifestyle. The Manor at Oakridge offers a warm, inviting and close-knit community atmosphere with the freedom and flexibility to do what you want every day. The Manor at Oakridge provides independent living amenities that let you spend each day doing exactly what you want. Choose the opportunities that suit you from the planned eve...

Ecumenical Retirement Community

624 Wilhelm Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

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Holiday Essex House

20 North 12th Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043Independent Living

Located in Lemoyne, PA, known as “The Little Town That Has It All,” Holiday Essex House senior living — winner of the 2022 Best of Senior Living Award — does, indeed, have it all for our residents. Holiday Essex House provides direct access to both small-town charm and city life. Within a few blocks, you’ll find everything from bakeries to barbershops. The community also places you cent...

The Residence A Senior Living Community At The Jewish Home

4004 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17112Independent Living

Residential Independent Living is a wonderful opportunity for active and independent seniors who no longer wish to live alone, or be burdened with all the responsibilities of home ownership, security, maintenance, cleaning and cooking. Living in your own apartment, with your own precious, personal belongings, makes a tremendous difference in your ability to enjoy a full and active life. With your ...

The Woods at Cedar Run

824 Lisburn Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

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Country Meadows of Mechanicsburg

4905 East Trindle Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

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Country Meadows Of West Shore

4837 East Trindle Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Unlike what some people call a "retirement home," Country Meadows in Mechanicsburg, Pa., provides multiple levels of care. Our full range of senior services in Mechanicsburg includes Independent Living, Personal Care, Memory Support Services and Restorative Services.

Harmony At West Shore

1910 Technology Parkway, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Comfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at Harmony at West Shore. Located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, our senior living community offers spacious apartments and a rich menu of services and amenities, perfect for those who are ready to expand their horizons. ...

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Cost of independent living in Harrisburg area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $6,328 per month for independent living communities in Harrisburg. The national average for independent living costs in 2023 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in Harrisburg are 12% higher than the national average.

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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.

$2,984/mo

Camp Hill

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$7,615/mo

Mechanicsburg

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$7,615/mo

Newville

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Cost of care trends and insights for Harrisburg, PA

How are Independent Living costs Harrisburg this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 9.6% 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 Harrisburg, PA is $6,328/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: Harrisburg, PA (2023)

$6,328

+9.6% year over year

Get to know independent living in Harrisburg, PA

Number of independent living communities in Harrisburg, PA

Number of independent living communities in Dauphin County

Independent Living amenities in Harrisburg, PA

100% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

100% of these independent living offer fitness activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

66% of these independent living are verified

33% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Harrisburg, PA

8.2

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

8.6

Camp Hill

1 independent living communities

8.8

Mechanicsburg

3 independent living communities

Get to know Harrisburg area

Demographics

Total population: 49,209

29% of population is 50+ years old, 10% is 65+ years old

Median income: $41,218

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

Diversity

51% of population identify themselves as Black, 5% as Asian, 22% as Hispanic, and 35% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $840 per month

Nearby access to 8 grocery stores and farmers market

Nearby access to 4 parks

Crime rate: 277 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 75 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 49.1 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 2 unhealthy air quality days per year

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

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
Harrisburg	$4,962
Camp Hill	$4,951
Mechanicsburg	$4,724
Palmyra	$4,960
Elizabethtown	$4,921
Carlisle	$4,487
Annville	$4,761
York	$5,336
Mount Joy	$5,374
Lebanon	$4,811
Columbia	$5,326

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The 8 Best Independent Living Communities in Harrisburg, PA

Holiday Manor at Oakridge

Ecumenical Retirement Community

Holiday Essex House

The Residence A Senior Living Community At The Jewish Home

The Woods at Cedar Run

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Country Meadows of Mechanicsburg

Country Meadows Of West Shore

Harmony At West Shore

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Cost of independent living in Harrisburg area

Compare average cost of independent living in Harrisburg, PA with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in Harrisburg, PA with nearby cities

Cost of care trends and insights for Harrisburg, PA

How are Independent Living costs Harrisburg this year?

Get to know independent living in Harrisburg, PA

Independent Living amenities in Harrisburg, PA

Average Seniorly Community Score in Harrisburg, PA

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Get to know Harrisburg area

Demographics

Total population: 49,209

Median income: $41,218

Diversity

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $840 per month

Nearby access to 8 grocery stores and farmers market

Nearby access to 4 parks

Crime rate: 277 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 75 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 49.1 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 2 unhealthy air quality days per year

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

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