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Learn More About Care Homes in Media, PA

This quaint borough just 13 miles west of Philadelphia is a refreshing break from city living. Home to numerous historical museums and charming Tudor-style architecture, Media is the ideal place to settle down.

In Media, residential care homes — sometimes called care homes, board and care homes, group homes, or personal care homes — are often houses in residential neighborhoods that are adapted, equipped, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually 10 or less. Similar to assisted living but in a smaller, more residential setting, these homes provide supervision, organized events, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). This means care homes can help with everyday routines but typically do not provide 24-hour skilled nursing assistance.

Cost of Care Homes in Media, PA

In the state of Pennsylvania, the median monthly cost of a room in a care home is about $2,000. However, the cost of living in a care home depends largely on location. Since the homes are private residences, costs are tied to real estate value and therefore may vary greatly.

Learn More About Media, PA

Cost of Living

Media is a great destination for senior living because the city is very affordable when it comes to prices for detaily necessities like food and clothing.

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
80	76	84	84	78	81

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
$92,368 per year	$42,744 per year	$72,913 per year	$49,698 per year	$45,620 per year	$4,576 per year	$1,003 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Media include:

Riddle Memorial Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 220+
• Specialties: chest pain center, stroke center, cardiovascular care

Crozer-Chester Medical Center

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 450+
• Specialties: behavioral health, cancer care, primary care

Delaware County Memorial Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 150+
• Specialties: emergency care, specialty surgery, joint care

Weather and Climate

Media’s climate is classified as a warm-summer humid continental, meaning the area experiences hot summers, cold winters, and a high variation in seasonal temperatures. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 73%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
34°F	40°F	28°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
79°F	88°F	70°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 93

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: 40.7″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
41.1	16.6%	6,028	7,940 per square mile	1.8

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)
0.9%	2.1%	8.6%	<0.1%	2.7%	1.5%	84.9%

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 Philadelphia: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Delaware County

Democratic	Republican	Other
53.4%	41.9%	4.7%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

This quaint borough just 13 miles west of Philadelphia is a refreshing break from city living. Home to numerous historical museums and charming Tudor-style buildings, Media is the ideal place to settle down.

The Delaware County Courthouse, located in Courthouse Square and built in 1851, is one example of the illustrious architecture featured throughout town. Another notable structure is the Cooper House, built in 1870 and former home of Pennsylvania state senator Thomas Valentine Cooper.

Other must-see historic sites include the Media Theatre, the Rose Tree Tavern, and the Media Armory, which was once the storage area for the borough’s rifles and was converted into the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum.

Transportation

Media lies on the route of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), which services the Media-Sharon Hill Line. Seniors are offered free fare on all SEPTA routes.