10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ashland, VA

 

Learn More About Independent Living in Ashland, VA

 

Just north of Richmond, Ashland offers a friendly, small-town feel while still being close to modern big-city attractions like the Richmond Zoo or the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Within city limits, residents enjoy Ashland’s quaint historic district and local festivals that help create and sustain the town’s culture and close-knit community.

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

Cost of Independent Living in Ashland, VA

The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Virginia is around $2,500. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Ashland, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

 

Learn More About Ashland, VA

 

Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Ashland are rated equal to the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are rated close to the average, indicating that Ashland is relatively affordable.

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
100	86	103	102	98	101

 

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
$91,562 per year	$41,472 per year	$70,282 per year	$32,959 per year	$41,806 per year	$1,777 per year	$877 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Ashland include:

Richmond Community Hospital

• Facility type: faith-based, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 100+
• Specialties: emergency care, ICU, chemotherapy

Saint Mary’s Hospital

• Facility type: faith-based, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 400+
• Specialties: emergency care, ICU, joint replacement

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Ashland’s climate is classified as humid subtropical, which means the city experiences hot summers with moderate to cold winters. The average humidity level is 64%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 68%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
36°F	46°F	25°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
77°F	87°F	66°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 72

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: 44″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
38	15.8%	15,816	1,116 per square mile	2.7

 

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)
0.3%	1.6%	20.7%	12.1%	0.3%	2.1%	63.3%

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

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Richmond: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 97/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Hanover County

Democratic	Republican	Other
31.1%	63.5%	5.4%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

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

• Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
• Ashland Museum, American Historical Foundation
• Ashland Historic District

Outdoor attractions in Ashland:

• Washington Lacy Park, DeJarnette Park
• Chickahominy Bluff
• Ashland Botanical Gardens, Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
• Metro Richmond Zoo

Ashland’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Ashland Theatre
• Off the Rails Craft Beer Festival, The Hanover Arts & Activities Center
• Ashland Junction Shopping Center, North Ashland Plaza Shopping Center

 

Transportation

In Ashland, cycling enthusiasts enjoy the numerous paths and road routes to explore Ashland and the nearby Richmond area. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Ashland.