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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 29 independent living facilities in Valrico, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Tampa, Riverview or Durant.
Types of care available in Valrico, FL
Independent Living
The communication between the staff and the family is good. They keep us well inform and up to date. I would recommend this community to others.
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.
Everyone working there is very friendly. The facility is kept very clean. The thing most important to me is that my mother needs a lot of care and the girls that work with her really do a nice job. I would recommend this facility to other friends and family.
104 N Gordon Street, Plant City, FL 33563
104 N Gordon Street, Plant City, FL 33563
1307 E BAKER STREET, Plant City, FL 33563
Heritage is a gorgeous assisted living community that is located in Plant City, Hillsborough County, Florida. Plant City is a beautiful town in the heart of Florida. The center is in walking distance to many different shops and dining options. The staff at Heritage are always ready and willing to...
1307 E BAKER STREET, Plant City, FL 33563
Heritage is a gorgeous assisted living community that is located in Plant City, Hillsborough County, Florida. Plant City is a beautiful town in the heart of Florida. The center is in walking distance to many different shops and dining options. The staff at Heritage are always ready and willing to...
The average cost of senior living in Valrico is 3,843 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Lake, FL with an average of 3,131 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
This suburb on the eastern edge of the Tampa metro area offers diverse shopping and dining options, health care facilities, and public transportation to senior citizens in a spacious, suburban setting. Valrico residents can easily fulfill an active lifestyle enjoying the area’s natural beauty at city parks and nearby pristine nature preserves, like the Alafia River State Park.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Valrico 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 Valrico retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 in the state of Florida was around $2,700. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Valrico, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Valrico are rated 10 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated slightly 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 | 103 | 117 | 112 | 110 | 113 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $85,894 per year | $45,155 per year | $70,080 per year | $31,816 per year | $36,798 per year | $3,079 per year | $815 per month |
The top hospitals that service Valrico include:
South Florida Baptist Hospital
Valrico’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, meaning the area experiences frequent thunderstorms, mild winters, and hot, humid summers. The average humidity level is 75%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 78%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 61°F | 72°F | 50°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 82°F | 91°F | 72°F |
Air Quality
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
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 17.0% | 38,485 | 2,788 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2% | 4.9% | 9.7% | 20.2% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 62.1% |
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.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Hillsborough County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 51.5% | 44.7% | 3.7% |
Outdoor attractions in Valrico:
Valrico’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
The Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority (HART) provides public bus transportation throughout Hillsborough county, servicing Valrico residents. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Valrico.
Grace Manor at Hunter's Creek, Azalea Park and Grand Villa of Sarasota are the top-rated independent living facilities near Valrico, Florida. See full list of communities.
There are 29 independent living facilities near Valrico, Florida. See the full list.
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