10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lorton, VA

Learn More About Independent Living in Lorton, VA

Lorton, a suburb of Washington D.C., offers its residents a suburban retreat from big-city life, while having the usual resources and attractions of a modern, urban locale. Shopping centers and dining options are widely available throughout the city to meet daily needs. Lorton’s historic sites and local attractions, like the Mill House Museum or the Lucy Burns Suffragist Museum, add to its unique sense of identity and community.

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

Cost of Independent Living in Lorton, VA

The cost of independent living in Lorton varies depending on each community. The median monthly cost of independent living in 2020 in the state of Virginia was around $2,500. To learn more about independent living in Lorton, contact one of A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

Learn More About Assisted Living in Lorton, VA

Lorton, a suburb of Washington D.C., offers its residents a suburban retreat from big-city life, while having the usual resources and attractions of a modern, urban locale. Shopping centers and dining options are widely available throughout the city to meet daily needs. Lorton’s historic sites and local attractions, like the Mill House Museum or the Lucy Burns Suffragist Museum, add to its unique sense of identity and community.

In Lorton, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.

Cost of Assisted Living in Lorton, VA

The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2019 was about $6,800 in Lorton. The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2020 in the state of Virginia was around $4,500.

Learn More About Lorton, VA

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Lorton are rated 29 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also 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
129	123	136	126	127	134

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
$101,874 per year	$81,066 per year	$99,477 per year	$39,030 per year	$58,539 per year	$4,931 per year	$1,513 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Lorton include:

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center

• Facility type: Non-profit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 140+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, spine surgery

Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

• Facility type: Non-profit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 230+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Weather and Climate

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
35°F	43°F	26°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
79°F	88°F	69°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 81

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: 45″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
37	8.4%	18,499	3,483 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)
<0.1%	16.6%	30.3%	20.7%	<0.1%	4.3%	29.6%

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 Alexandria: 15/30
• Overall inclusivity: 90/100

2016 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
65.3%	29.1%	5.6%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

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

• Workhouse Arts Center
• Lucy Burns Suffragist Museum
• Workhouse Prison Museum
• George Mason’s Gunston Hall
• Mill House Museum

Outdoor attractions in Lorton:

• Occoquan Regional Park
• Pohick Estates Park
• Mason Neck State Park
• Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
• Smithsonian Zoological Park

Lorton’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• AMC Potomac Mills 18
• Shoppes at Lorton Valley
• Lorton Marketplace
• Gunston Plaza

Transportation

The Virginia Railway Express offers intercity rail transportation throughout Washington D.C. and surrounding suburbs, including Lorton. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Lorton.