10 Best Independent Living Communities in Corona, CA

 

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Bordered by the Santa Mountains and Cleveland National Forest, this mid-size Southern California city is often referred to as the “Gateway of the Inland Empire” due to its location and proximity to the Los Angeles metropolitan area.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Corona are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Corona retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in Corona, CA

The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,700 in Corona and $2,600 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of California is around $3,000.

 

Learn More About Corona, CA

 

Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Corona are rated 38 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above 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
138	143	134	140	139	135

 

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
$86,933 per year	$45,702 per year	$73,443 per year	$26,309 per year	$43,527 per year	$4,578 per year	$957 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The main hospital that services Corona is:

Corona Regional Medical Center

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 230+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, skilled nursing

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Corona’s climate is classified as Mediteranean, which means the city experiences hot, dry summers and cool winters with no distinct dry season. The average humidity level is 58%, and humidity levels are often highest during February at about 64%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
55°F	68°F	42°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
76°F	92°F	60°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 123

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: 12″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
34.5	9.9%	166,087	4,244 per square mile	3.4

 

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%	11.2%	5.7%	45.7%	0.4%	<0.1%	34.7%

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

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Corona: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 59/100

 

2020 Presidential Election Results for Riverside County

Democratic	Republican	Other
53%	45%	2%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Home to a number of major companies including Fender Instruments and Monster Energy Drinks, Corona is a suburb of Los Angeles located in California’s Inland Empire. Residents have easy access to tons of great options for shopping and dining, especially in the Dos Lagos neighborhood in South Corona. With members including the Corona Symphony Orchestra and the Circle City Chorale, the Arts Alive Council promotes cultural opportunities in and around the city. Anyone interested in learning more about local history should visit Corona Heritage Park and Museum.

 

Transportation

Public transportation in Corona is provided by the Riverside Transportation Authority, which operates three separate routes servicing different parts of the city including the hospital and downtown.