Senior Living Apartments in Vista, CA

Learn More About Senior Apartments in Vista, CA

This charming, scenic suburban city in the heart of sunny San Diego County is just a short drive away from some of the country’s best beaches. With plenty of options for outdoor recreation and exercise, Vista is a great destination for active seniors looking to get out into the sunshine.

In Vista, 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 Vista, CA

The median monthly cost of a senior apartment in 2019 was around $1,500 in the state of California. To learn more about the cost of senior apartments in Vista, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.

Learn More About Vista, CA

Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Vista are rated 31 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated well 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	Groceries	Clothing
131	140	121	130	131	125

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
$69,603 per year	$47,818 per year	$56,854 per year	$22,961 per year	$44,744 per year	$4,561 per year	$1,342 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Vista include:

Tri-City Medical Center

• Facility type: governmental, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 300+
• Specialties: emergency department, joint replacement, inpatient surgery

Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 190+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, hemodialysis

Aurora San Diego

• Facility type: proprietary, psychiatric care
• Bed count: 90+
• Specialties: behavioral health care

Weather and Climate

Vista has a type of dry subtropical climate called Mediterranean. This means Vista has hot summers with very little rainfall, and cool but not cold winters with slightly more precipitation than during the summer months. The average humidity level in Vista is 70%, and humidity levels are often highest during July at about 73%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
56°F	68°F	45°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
72°F	82°F	61°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 138

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: 13.7″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
34.5	10%	101,964	5,459 per square mile	3.1

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)
0.6%	4.2%	3.1%	50.9%	0.4%	3.4%	39.6%

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

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in San Diego: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

2016 Presidential Election Results for San Diego County

Democratic	Republican	Other
60.2%	37.5%	2.3%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Vista, located in the heart of San Diego County, is filled with interesting and unique attractions that are sure to keep anyone busy. Popular spots include:

• Brengle Terrace Park
• Boomers Vista
• The Wave Waterpark

The city is also home to a number of historical sights and museums including:

• Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
• Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
• Rancho Buena Vista Adobe
• Rancho Guajome Adobe

Transportation

Bus services are provided by the North County Transit District, which operates a fixed-route bus service, a light rail service, and the SPRINTER service. Stations are located at the Vista Transit Center and the Civic Center Drive station.