10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chesapeake, VA

 

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Chesapeake provides its residents with a wide variety of attractions. Nearby state parks, shopping malls, and historic attractions fulfill a diverse range of interests for retirees looking to enjoy all this city has to offer.

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

Cost of Independent Living in Chesapeake, VA

The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,500 in Chesapeake and $2,800 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Virginia is around $2,500.

 

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Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Chesapeake are rated six points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also generally rated 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	Grocery	Clothing
106	94	103	116	101	102

 

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
$87,906 per year	$49,630 per year	$70,156 per year	$31,104 per year	$41,050 per year	$2,852 per year	$939 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Chesapeake include:

Sentara Leigh Hospital

• Facility type: Nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 240+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, spine surgery

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

• Facility type: Nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 300+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, arthroscopy

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

• Facility type: Nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 520+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, physical therapy

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Chesapeake’s climate is classified as humid subtropical. The city generally experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average humidity level is 71%, and humidity levels are often highest during August at about 78%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
40°F	48°F	32°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
79°F	87°F	71°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 68

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: 46″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
39	12.5%	244,500	718 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%	3.3%	29.9%	5.9%	0.1%	3.6%	57.9%

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 Chesapeake: 0/30
• Overall inclusivity: 29/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Chesapeake City

Democratic	Republican	Other
47.0%	48.3%	4.7%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

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

• Great Bridge Frame and Art
• Great Bridge Battlefield & Waterways Museum
• Casemate Museum
• Chesapeake Veteran’s Memorial
• Battlefield Park
• Lee Hall Mansion

Outdoor attractions in Chesapeake:

• Chesapeake City Park
• Fun Forest
• Oak Grove Lake Park
• Northwest River Park
• Dismal Swamp State Park
• Kiptopeke State Park
• Chesapeake Arboretum
• Norfolk Botanical Garden
• Virginia Zoo

Chesapeake’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Cinemark Chesapeake Square and XD
• Virginia Art Festival
• Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
• Chesapeake Energy Arena
• Chesapeake Square Mall
• Greenbrier Mall
• Chesapeake Center

 

Transportation

Currently the city of Chesapeake does not offer intra-city public transportation, but is car-friendly. Taxis, as well as rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft, are available in Chesapeake.