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The cost of independent living in Owego is about $3,916 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 65 options. Read 131 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Owego, IA

The average cost of senior living in Owego is $3,916 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blencoe, IA with an average of $3,146 per month.

Independent living costs in Owego, IA, vs. nearby cities

Owego, IA
$3,916/mo
$3,925/mo
$3,727/mo

Independent living costs in Owego, IA, vs. state and national averages

Owego, IA
$3,916/mo
$3,268/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Owego, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,062/mo
Independent Living
$3,916/mo

Independent living costs in Owego, IA, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,857/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,200/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,613/mo

Senior living costs in Owego vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Owego, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOwego, IAIowaU.S.
Independent Living$3,916/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,062/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,062/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Owego, IA:$3,916/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Owego, IA:$4,062/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Owego, IA:$4,062/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Owego, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Owego and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Owego, IA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Owego have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Owego, IA$2,792/mo$2,573/mo+8.5%
Iowa$2,291/mo$2,321/mo-1.3%
National$2,887/mo$2,825/mo+2.2%
Owego, IA
2024 average cost:$2,792/mo
2023 average cost:$2,573/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$2,291/mo
2023 average cost:$2,321/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,887/mo
2023 average cost:$2,825/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Owego

Recent reviews for independent living in Owego

The Gardens of Cherokee

5.0
Overall experience - outstanding and everything else from the cleanliness, the staff, the quality of care, meals, activities and value for cost has been superb. My brother has moved from the Gardens this month. If it was not for the care that his [name removed] did for him and the care of the ...
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Lawton Senior Living

5.0
A very loving and caring staff. The food was very tasty and well prepared. My wife was only a resident for eleven days but she was treated very well. I would highly recommend this facility.

Charter Senior Living at North Park Place in Sioux City, IA

5.0
My father has been in this community for about a month and a half now and he is very happy! He likes being independent, that was the biggest issue for him was being able to come and go when he wants. Also, he can put his tv as loud as he wants. The building is an older structure. If he ...
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Owego independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Owego independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Owego, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Owego independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Owego partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Owego, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Owego independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Owego communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Owego, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Owego independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Owego offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Owego, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
21.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Heritage at Northern Hills, Charter Senior Living at North Park Place and Bickford of Sioux City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Owego, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 65 independent living facilities near Owego, Iowa. See the full list.
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