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Located less than 10 minutes from the Pennsylvania/New Jersey state line, the city of Levittown is home to a population of 52,699, approximately 15% of whom are 65 years of age or older. Taxes in this area are slightly lower than the national average, and health care costs are about 6% lower than the national average. Seniors who live in Levittown are within a 30-minute drive of two of the top three hospitals in Pennsylvania — the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Jefferson Health, both located in Philadelphia.
Some older adults find they want day-to-day support with their activities but don’t want the 24/7 observation that comes with living in a nursing home. If you’re in this situation, an assisted living facility may suit you. According to Genworth Financial’s annual Cost of Care Survey, assisted living care costs an average of $8,145 a month in Levittown.
This guide compares the prices of assisted living care in Levittown to prices in other Pennsylvania cities. You’ll also find a convenient listing of low-cost resources that support Levittown’s older population socially and financially in their retirement.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Pennsylvania. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
The average cost of assisted living care in Levittown is $8,145 a month, making the area much more expensive than most in the region.
Levittown’s average monthly costs are nearly twice as high as the Pennsylvania average of $4,100. They’re also 81% higher than the U.S. average of $4,500.
This price disparity is significant throughout Pennsylvania. In Philadelphia, the average price for assisted living care is $5,685, while in Pittsburgh, the average price is $3,250. State capital Harrisburg reports monthly costs of $4,828. Pennsylvania’s lowest reported cost is found in Johnstown at $2,725. Prices in nearby states are also thousands of dollars lower than in Levittown. In Atlantic City, New Jersey, seniors pay $5,807 a month for assisted living care, while in New York City, they pay an average of $5,750.
Note: Data for Levittown was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Trenton, New Jersey, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Pennsylvania.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Falls Township Senior Center | (215) 547-6563 | Fairless Hills is approximately 8 minutes north of Bucks County. Daily and weekly activities at its senior center include billiards competitions, tai chi and yoga sessions, card games, dances and more. You can also participate in the center’s congregate meal program; a small donation is requested, but no one is denied due to inability to pay. |
| Temple University Continuing Education Systems | (215) 204-4866 | Temple University offers two programs for adults 50 years and up: the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and the Senior Scholars program. Both programs allow older adults to audit classes for the learning experience without paying tuition; no class credit is offered under these programs. |
| Bucks County Vet Center | (215) 823-4590 | This center is located in Bristol, less than 10 minutes from Levittown. Services for U.S. military veterans at this non-medical center include mental health counseling, grief support and help with recovery from PTSD. |
| Bucks County Shared Ride Program | (215) 794-5554 | This shared-ride program helps all residents get around the county, and there’s a discount for senior citizens. It also provides free transportation to medical appointments for those in the Medical Assistance program. Lift-enabled vehicles are available for low-mobility seniors. Rides must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance. |
| Legal Aid of Southwestern PA | (877) 429-5994 | Low-income seniors can find free legal help with civil issues from this pro bono firm. In addition to offering assistance with claiming public benefits and fighting back against common scams, its lawyers can help you draft key documents regarding wills and powers of attorney. |
| Bucks County Ombudsman | (267) 880-5716 | You can contact the Bucks County ombudsman with complaints or concerns about quality of care in a community living environment. They can help you address issues regarding adequate privacy, caretaker performance, involuntary transfers and similar topics. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Levittown area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
