62 Independent Living Facilities near Boynton Beach, FL

 

Learn More About Independent Living in Boynton Beach, FL

 

Like many seaside escapes in the Miami metro area, Boynton Beach features plenty of resort-style communities, country clubs, and sandy shorelines. What makes this beach town stand out, however, is its variety of coastal parks and natural areas that allow residents and visitors to venture into the mangroves, palms, and other tropical vegetation of Southeast Florida.

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

Cost of Independent Living in Boynton Beach, FL

The median monthly cost of independent living in Boynton Beach is about $2,400 in the city proper and $3,300 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost for independent living in the state of Florida is around $2,700.

 

Learn More About Boynton Beach, FL

 

Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Boynton Beach are rated 12 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are rated below 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	Grocery	Clothing
88	91	90	84	89	86

 

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
$64,486 per year	$42,723 per year	$53,687 per year	$34,790 per year	$39,999 per year	$3,090 per year	$1,093 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Boynton Beach, FL include:

Bethesda Hospital East

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 460+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Palms West Hospital

• Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 200+
• Specialties: emergency department, inpatient surgery, ICU

Good Samaritan Medical Center

• Facility type: corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 330+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, spine surgery

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Boynton Beach has a tropical savanna climate, meaning summers are hot and humid, and winters months are warm but drier than the summer. High summer temperatures average in the 80s and 90s and rarely fall below the 70s, whereas winter temperatures still climb into the mid 70s and only drop into the upper 50s on average. The rainy months in Boynton Beach are May through October — almost every month during this stretch averages over nine inches of precipitation. Freezing temperatures and snowfall are extremely rare along Florida’s southeast coast. Humidity stays relatively high year round, and severe weather — including tropical storms, hurricanes, and tornadoes — is common during late spring, summer, and early fall months. The average humidity level in Boynton Beach is 72%, and humidity levels are often highest during August and September at about 75%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
66°F	75°F	57°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
82°F	90°F	75°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 134

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: 61.4″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
51.3	20.8%	78,679	4,003.2 per square mile	2.1

 

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%	2.0%	31.7%	15.8%	0.2%	1.9%	49.1%

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 Boynton Beach, FL: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

 

2016 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
56.57%	41.13%	2.31%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Like many of its neighboring seaside cities in the Miami metro area, Boynton Beach features resort-style communities, country clubs, and miles of sandy shoreline that keep tourists busy throughout the year. But what makes this beach town stand out is its variety of parks and natural areas that allow residents and visitors to venture into the lush vegetation of Southeast Florida.

Boynton Beach Oceanfront Park has remained a local-favorite swimming area for families since the early 1900s when the town began developing from a basic train depot and hotel into a quiet suburban getaway. A couple blocks inland, Dewey Park is a memorable urban greenspace with colorful sculptures and other art pieces installed throughout. Only a five-minute walk from there is the Schoolhouse Children’s Museum and Learning Center, a perfect place to take the grandkids for a playful, interactive educational experience. If you’re looking for a walk on the wild side, however, you’ll want to head back toward the Atlantic. Mangrove Park’s raised walkways take you through the tropical brush along the lagoon separating the mainland from the Boynton Beach’s barrier island — and be sure to look out for wildlife. Across the lagoon, the forested trails and boardwalks of Ocean Ridge Hammock Park lead hikers straight into the thick patch of mangroves, palms, and buttonwood between the road and the coastline, where an unguarded, pristine beach is waiting on the other side.

With Southern Florida’s warm temperatures throughout the year, tee times are always in high demand, and there are plenty of courses to choose from in the Miami area. In Boynton Beach, check out Pine Tree Golf Club, The Club at Quail Ridge, and the Country Club of Florida.

 

Transportation

Transportation in Boynton Beach is available via Palm Tran, the public transit system serving Palm Beach County. Palm Tran has several bus stops in Boynton Beach and provides a paratransit service for seniors and residents with limited mobility.