10 Best Independent Living Communities in Vernon, CT

Learn More About Independent Living in Vernon, CT

Vernon, a suburb of Hartford, offers easy access to daily resources and services like shopping and dining options, health care facilities, and public transportation — all within reach of Hartford’s vibrant downtown area. Within city limits, residents enjoy local attractions like museums and parks that help create the town’s sense of community.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Vernon 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 Vernon retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in Vernon, CT

The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Connecticut is around $3,000. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Vernon, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

Learn More About Vernon, CT

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Vernon are rated six points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated slightly 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
94	91	93	95	96	92

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
$75,755 per year	$45,890 per year	$62,361 per year	$34,876 per year	$46,613 per year	$4,886 per year	$943 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Vernon include:

Manchester Memorial Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 170+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Rockville General Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 230+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, physical therapy

Weather and Climate

Vernon’s climate is classified as humid continental, meaning the area experiences cold winters and warm, humid summers. The average humidity level is 65%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 71%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
24°F	35°F	13°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
69°F	81°F	57°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 81

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: 50″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
42	17.6%	30,349	1,715 per square mile	2.2

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)
0.1%	6.5%	7.4%	10.6%	<0.1%	2.8%	73.8%

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 Hartford: 28/30
• Overall inclusivity: 99/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Tolland County

Democratic	Republican	Other
49.9%	44.1%	6.0%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

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

• New England Civil War Museum
• Vernon Historical Society Museum

Outdoor attractions and shopping districts in Vernon:

• Henry Park
• Hockanum River Linear Park
• Valley Falls Park
• Vernon Commons

Transportation

Tolland County Transit offers public bus and ferry transportation throughout Tolland County, including Vernon. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Vernon.