10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Corpus Christi, TX

 

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Along the Gulf Coast of South Texas, Corpus Christi offers all the conveniences and attractions of a modern metropolitan area with pockets of suburbia mixed throughout. Residents celebrate the city’s diverse culture and unique history through its many festivals and museums, like the Selena Memorial-Mirador De La Flor. With white sandy beaches and wildlife areas such as the Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve, Corpus Christi’s coastal location also offers plenty of opportunities for fishing, sailing, and countless other outdoor activities.

In Corpus Christi, 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 Corpus Christi, TX

The cost of assisted living in Corpus Christi varies depending on each community. To learn more about the cost of assisted living in Corpus Christi and in the state of Texas, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

 

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Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Corpus Christi are rated nine points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below 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 as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
91	88	91	94	84	93

 

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
$64,318 per year	$39,906 per year	$54,835 per year	$26,948 per year	$44,772 per year	$3,855 per year	$790 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Corpus Christi include:

Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi

• Facility type: faith-based, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 560+
• Specialties: emergency care, ICU, joint replacement

South Texas Surgical Hospital

• Facility type: proprietary, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 30+
• Specialties: emergency care, physical therapy, spine surgery

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Corpus Christi’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which means the city experiences hot, humid summers and short, mild winters. The average humidity level is 74%, and humidity levels are often highest during May at about 76%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
57°F	66°F	48°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
84°F	93°F	76°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 77

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: 33″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
36	13.5%	329,482	1,943 per square mile	2.8

 

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)
0.4%	2.2%	4.1%	62.9%	0.1%	1.7%	29.8%

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

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Corpus Christi: 0/30
• Overall inclusivity: 48/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Nueces County

Democratic	Republican	Other
47.2%	48.8%	4%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Corpus Christi include:

• Art Museum of South Texas, The Art Center of Corpus Christi, Texas Surf Museum
• USS Lexington Museum on the Bay, Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
• Corpus Christi Downtown Seawall, Selena Memorial-Mirador De La Flor, Selena Museum

Outdoor attractions in Corpus Christi:

• Swantner Park, West Guth Park, Cole Park
• Pollywog Pond Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary
• South Texas Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve
• Texas State Aquarium

Corpus Christi’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Corpus Christi, Concrete Street Amphitheater
• Outdoor Summer Movies, Fiesta De La Flor, Buc Days
• La Palmera, Woodlawn Plaza, Parkdale Plaza

 

Transportation

Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority offers intra-city bus transportation and discounted fares to senior citizens. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Corpus Christi.