10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Parrish, FL

 

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This rural Florida community just east of Bradenton offers a tranquil setting less than a half hour from the many pristine nature areas surrounding Tampa Bay, including Terra Ceia Preserve State Park. Nearby cities such as Ellenton and Palmetto provide daily resources like shopping centers, health care facilities, and public transportation.

In Parrish, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.

Cost of Assisted Living in Parrish, FL

The median monthly cost of assisted living in the state of Florida is about $3,700. To learn more about the cost of assisted living in Parrish, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

 

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Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Parrish are rated two points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated slightly higher than the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
104	102	109	105	102	104

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$81,257 per year	$53,652 per year	$75,320 per year	$33,590 per year	$38,015 per year	$3,133 per year	$827 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Parrish include:

South Bay Hospital

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 290+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Manatee Memorial Hospital

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 290+
• Specialties: emergency department

 

Weather and Climate

 

Parrish’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, meaning the area experiences hot, humid summers and very mild winters with plenty of precipitation throughout the year. The average humidity level is 75%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 78%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
61°F	72°F	49°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
81°F	90°F	72°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 135

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 52″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
45	28.1%	31,663	105 per square mile	2.6

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.5%	2.3%	9.3%	16.9%	0.1%	1.9%	70.6%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Parrish: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

 

2020 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
41.6%	57.6%	0.8%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Museums, outdoor destinations, and cultural attractions in Parrish include:

• Florida Railroad Museum
• Lake Manatee Lower Watershed
• Terra Ceia Preserve State Park
• Parrish Heritage Festival

 

Transportation

Manatee County Area Transit operates fixed-route bus services Monday through Saturday throughout Manatee County with stops in cities near Parrish, such as Ellenton and Palmetto. Taxis and rideshare services are also available in the surrounding area.