Assisted Living Communities in Raymond, Mississippi

Assisted Living costs in Raymond start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Raymond and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Mississippi page.

Raymond, Mississippi is a small city with only around 2,225 people, which may appeal to seniors who want a tight-knit community. Raymond area seniors have two assisted living facilities from which to choose — one located in Raymond proper and one in a nearby community. The Division of Health Facilities Licensure and Certification is responsible for the oversight of assisted living facilities in Mississippi.

• The climate in Raymond has a Sperling’s Comfort Index of 61 out of 100, which is higher than the national average of 54. The winter gets cool with the average January low coming in at around 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Summers are hot with highs in July soaring to around 92 degrees Fahrenheit.
  
  
• The air quality in Raymond is slightly better in Raymond than the average across the country. Nationally, the average is 58, but it is 60 in Raymond. This can benefit seniors who have environmentally sensitive respiratory conditions.
  
  
• While the cost of living in Raymond is 95.2, the cost of health is 106. Seniors can enjoy the lower overall cost of living but might find the higher cost of health care services problematic. Nationally, all cost index measures are 100, so a lower number means an area is less expensive and higher one means it is costlier.
  
  
• Some seniors might find the crime rates in Raymond a bit higher than they’d like. Nationally, the average violent crime rate is 31.3, but this city comes in with a rate of 59.3. Property crime is also much higher than the national rate. Nationally, it is 38.1, but it is 52 in Raymond.
  
  
• The arts and culture scene in Hinds County is rich. The USA International Ballet Competition is held here with many events throughout the year. The Jackson Zoo also many events throughout the year, including special displays and activities around holidays.
  
  
• The Raymond has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Jackson, Mississippi.