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The cost of independent living in Clearwater is about $3,798 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 349 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Wichita, Derby and Andover.

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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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They try to make her feel like she is a part of the community and help her out. They could improve on the variety in their diet. Also, we are having some issues with medication. We have some problems with...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Avita Senior Living in Derby is designed to give each resident a sense of home and independence. We are built much more like one's own home where bedrooms are located close to living and dining areas. Our community has 33 private rooms and features 6 floor plans to choose from. Each room has...
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Cost of independent living in Clearwater, KS

The average cost of senior living in Clearwater is $3,798 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andale, KS with an average of $3,592 per month.

Independent living costs in Clearwater, KS, vs. nearby cities

Clearwater, KS
$3,798/mo
$3,739/mo
$3,783/mo

Independent living costs in Clearwater, KS, vs. state and national averages

Clearwater, KS
$3,798/mo
$3,844/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Clearwater, KS, vs. other senior living options

$5,091/mo
Independent Living
$3,798/mo

Independent living costs in Clearwater, KS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,640/mo
Studio
$4,965/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,582/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,247/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,935/mo

Senior living costs in Clearwater 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: Clearwater, KS
Column state: Kansas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClearwater, KSKansasU.S.
Independent Living$3,798/mo$3,844/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,164/mo$5,047/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,091/mo$4,957/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Clearwater, KS:$3,798/mo
Kansas:$3,844/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Clearwater, KS:$5,164/mo
Kansas:$5,047/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Clearwater, KS:$5,091/mo
Kansas:$4,957/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Clearwater, KS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Clearwater 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 Clearwater, KS

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Clearwater 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
Clearwater, KS$2,772/mo$2,880/mo-3.8%
Kansas$2,826/mo$2,681/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Clearwater, KS
2024 average cost:$2,772/mo
2023 average cost:$2,880/mo
Percent change:-3.8%
Kansas
2024 average cost:$2,826/mo
2023 average cost:$2,681/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Clearwater

Recent reviews for independent living in Clearwater

Vintage Park at Waterfront in Wichita, KS

4.9
It's a friendly, well-run place. The food is varied, and it's good quality. It tastes like something you'd get at a restaurant. They clean the rooms weekly. They seem to not be staffed well enough sometimes, so you have to wait a little longer if you need help. I think they have a hard time ...
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KMH in Wichita, KS

5.0
We absolutely love the KMH community, from the staff it has just been a wonderful positive experience. We have had no drawbacks or complaints whatsoever. The staff members seem very happy and content - they do not put on a show and for that it makes the biggest difference. If the staff are happy ...
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Homestead of Derby

4.9
The community is loving, caring, and empathetic towards the residents. I couldn't put my parents in a better place. The community works well with hospice. The food is pretty good for the residents. The portion sizes are good with wide variety. It would be helpful if more salads would be ...
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Clearwater independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clearwater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clearwater, 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 Clearwater 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 Clearwater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clearwater, KSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Clearwater 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 Clearwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clearwater, KSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clearwater 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 Clearwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clearwater, KSNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.4%
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Park West Plaza, Vintage Park at Waterfront and Grasslands Estates Sky Active Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Clearwater, Kansas. See full list of communities.
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