Senior Living Apartments in Fullerton, CA

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Fullerton, a suburb of Los Angeles, offers conveniences and attractions similar to what would be expected of a large, independent metropolitan city. Residents of Fullerton have easy access to diverse shopping and dining options, as well as nearby historic sites, unique museums, and pristine nature areas. Local attractions such as The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum and Chino Hills State Park provide countless opportunities to enjoy Fullerton to the fullest.

In Fullerton, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+ and provide amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.

Cost of Senior Apartments in Fullerton, CA

The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was around $1,500 in the state of California.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Fullerton are rated 24 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above 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
124	125	126	124	124	124

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
$88,055 per year	$54,250 per year	$70,499 per year	$32,366 per year	$46,572 per year	$5,050 per year	$1,436 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Fullerton include:

Saint Jude Medical Center

• Facility type: Non-profit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 310+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, arthroscopy

Anaheim Regional Medical Center

• Facility type: Corporate, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 220+
• Specialties: Emergency department, ICU, joint replacement

Weather and Climate

Fullerton’s climate is classified as warm-summer Mediterranean, consisting of moderately warm, dry summers and mild winters. The average humidity level is 59%, and humidity levels are often highest during June at about 62%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
57°F	69°F	45°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
73°F	84°F	62°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 127

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: 11″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
37	13%	139,502	6,238 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)
0.4%	24.6%	2.7%	37.2%	0.4%	4.9%	32.3%

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 Fullerton: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 77/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for Orange County

Democratic	Republican	Other
51.0%	43.3%	5.8%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

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

• Orange County Museum of Art
• Bowers Museum
• Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum
• Fullerton Train Museum
• The Chapman Building
• Heritage House

Outdoor attractions in Fullerton:

• Bastanchury Park
• Lemon Park
• Acacia Park
• Robert E. Ward Nature Preserve
• Chino Hills State Park
• Fullerton Arboretum

Fullerton’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• AMC Dine-in Fullerton
• Mega Concert Hall
• Fullerton Art Walk
• First Night in Fullerton
• Fullerton Town Center
• West Fullerton Shopping Center
• Fullerton Metrocenter

Transportation

The Fullerton Transportation Center offers rail and bus services in Fullerton and parts of Orange County. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Fullerton.