10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mcdonough, GA

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For senior living options in Georgia, McDonough offers a quiet sanctuary. State nature parks and wildlife areas are located nearby for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy, and McDonough’s quaint, historic downtown and museums add to its small-town sense of community.

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

Cost of Independent Living in McDonough, GA

The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Georgia is around $2,600. The cost of independent living in McDonough varies depending on each community. To learn more about independent living in McDonough, contact one of A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

Learn More About McDonough, GA

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in McDonough are rated 4 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated 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	Grocery	Clothing
96	97	91	92	97	98

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
$66,042 per year	$37,689 per year	$51,660 per year	$23,478 per year	$35,934 per year	$2,016 per year	$858 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service McDonough include:

Piedmont Henry Hospital

• Facility type: Governmental, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 340+
• Specialties: Emergency department, joint replacement, spine surgery

Weather and Climate

McDonough’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, experiencing four distinct seasons with generous precipitation across the year. The average humidity level is 68%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 72%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
43°F	53°F	32°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
79°F	90°F	68°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 89

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: 51″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
34	9.1%	25,521	1,999 per square mile	2.6

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%	1.4%	64.1%	6.5%	<0.1%	6.1%	23.7%

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 Decatur: 0/30
• Overall inclusivity: 54/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Henry County

Democratic	Republican	Other
50.9%	46.6%	2.5%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

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

• Winsor Gallery
• Corner Maker
• C.O. Polk Interactive Museum
• Henry County Courthouse
• Heritage Park

Outdoor attractions in McDonough:

• Big Springs Park
• Alexander Park
• Avalon Park
• Sweetwater Creek State Park
• Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
• Palisades West
• Southern Belle Farm

McDonough’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Hood Street Art Center
• Regal McDonough
• Bee Pollen Festival
• Lovejoy Fall Fest
• Downtown McDonough
• McDonough Marketplace Shopping Center
• McDonough West Plaza

Transportation

Henry County Transit operates throughout all of Henry County, offering discounted fares to seniors and providing wheelchair-accessible buses. Taxis and rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, are also available in McDonough.