Senior Apartments facilities near Orlando, FL

Senior Apartments Orlando, FL

Senior apartments in Orlando are designed for seniors who do not require any assistance with the activities of daily living and would like to live independently. Some of these communities offer services such as housekeeping and maintenance and some have golf courses, restaurants, and other entertainment options on site. When it comes to senior living, Orlando is a great option for you or your loved one.

Cost of Living in Orlando

Orlando is not only one of the premier vacation spots across the country but it is also one of the most popular retirement destinations in the state of Florida. This translates to a higher cost-of-living index score, with the city sitting 10 points above the national average of 100. However, the relatively low cost of amenities as well as no property or estate tax make Orlando a popular retirement destination.

Cost-of-living index	Grocery index	Median rent	Rent burden	Median home value	Median family income	Estate tax	Sales tax
112	97	$1,152	20.6%	$197,645	$45,436	No estate tax or inheritance tax	6%

Local Hospitals

Three of the top hospitals in the area include:

• Orlando Regional Medical Center
• Adventhealth Orlando
• Orlando Health Heart Institute

Weather and Climate

Orlando has a humid subtropical type of climate which means that the summers are long, hot, and humid while the winters tend to be mild. On average, the humidity level for Orlando is around 72%. The humidity levels are highest during the month of August with a daily average of around 79%.

Seasonal Temperatures

Average summer temp	Typical summer high	Typical summer low	Average winter temp	Typical winter high	Typical winter low
83°F	92°F (July)	73°F (June)	64°F	76°F (December)	51°F (January)

Air Quality Index

Average air quality index rating	Average maximum air quality index rating
41.2 (Good)	56.7 (moderate)

Moderate conditions mean that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should consider limiting the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.

Precipitation

Average monthly precipitation	Average maximum monthly precipitation	Average yearly snowfall
4"	9" (June)	0"

Demographics and Values

2016 Presidential Election Results for Orange County

Voted Democratic	Voted Republican	Voted Third Party
59.8%	35.4%	4.9%

Population statistics

Density	Trend
982 per square mile	Growing at a rate of 0.016%

Highest Level of Education

High-school diploma	College degree	Graduate degree
24.3%	35.7%	12%

Age

Median	55+	60+	70+	80+
33	19.2%	7.7%	4.2%	2.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Asian	Black	Hispanic	Native American	Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian	White	Two or more	Other or Not Specified
4.3%	26.1%	29.7%	2%	<1%	60.7%	2.9	5.7%

Crime

Total crimes	Property crimes per 1,000 residents	Violent crimes per 1,000 residents
17,906	56.3	7.6

Miscellaneous Statistics

Unemployed	Participate in the labor force	Have some form of disability	Live in Poverty	Widows	Veterans
7%	72%	10%	19%	5%	6%

Orlando is considered very friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry.

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Although it's often thought of as a tourist town, Orlando is really a town for those interested in leisure and fun. Both Disneyworld and Universal Studios are located nearby and provide countless dining and entertainment options outside of the parks. You can enjoy a nice stroll down the Boardwalk or Citywalk or get some shopping done at one of the many discount outlet malls. The state convention center is conveniently located near downtown, ensuring a steady stream of live entertainment and events, and the world-famous Cirque Du Soleil has a permanent location in the city. For the active senior, Orlando has a variety of public and members-only golf clubs. These include the famous Bay Hill, which is home to the Arnold Palmer Invitational.