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The cost of independent living in Stark City is about $3,005 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 42 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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33 Floor plans available
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I would highly recommend this place to anyone that needs the services that is offered here. I have been here almost a year and have not regretted my decision to stay here.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Active seniors can find everything they need at College View Manor. This pleasant retirement community in Joplin, Missouri, gives residents the independence they want along with the assistance they need to live a fulfilling life. Five Star Senior Living owns this friendly community. Spacious...
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77 Floor plans available
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There's always room for improvement. My mom has lost her sight and there are very few employees that help her out. Shout out to [names removed] for helping her without being asked. She is a difficult person....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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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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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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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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I have family who have lived at Autumn Place since January 2016, including my mother, father and step-mother. I have found the staff to be exceptionally friendly and helpful at all times. My parents adjusted...
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 Stark City, MO

The average cost of senior living in Stark City is $3,005 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newtonia, MO with an average of $3,009 per month.

Independent living costs in Stark City, MO, vs. nearby cities

Stark City, MO
$3,005/mo
$3,009/mo
$3,417/mo

Independent living costs in Stark City, MO, vs. state and national averages

Stark City, MO
$3,005/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Stark City, MO, vs. other senior living options

$4,794/mo
Independent Living
$3,005/mo

Independent living costs in Stark City, MO, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,100/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,933/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,450/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,500/mo

Senior living costs in Stark City 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: Stark City, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStark City, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,005/mo$3,714/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,682/mo$4,008/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,794/mo$5,473/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Stark City, MO:$3,005/mo
Missouri:$3,714/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Stark City, MO:$3,682/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Stark City, MO:$4,794/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Stark City, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Stark City 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 Stark City, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stark City 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
Stark City, MO$2,804/mo$1,978/mo+41.8%
Missouri$2,596/mo$2,724/mo-4.7%
National$2,813/mo$2,774/mo+1.4%
Stark City, MO
2024 average cost:$2,804/mo
2023 average cost:$1,978/mo
Percent change:+41.8%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$2,596/mo
2023 average cost:$2,724/mo
Percent change:-4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,813/mo
2023 average cost:$2,774/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Stark City

Recent reviews for independent living in Stark City

Chapters Living of Joplin

5.0
I love it here. The staff is extremely helpful. It's very clean. Meals are good and plenty. Lots if activities. Expensive but affordable. I would highly recommend independent living and assisted living here at Spring River Christian Village.

College View Manor in Joplin, MO

5.0
Mom and dad said they loved the apartment, the neighbors were friendly, the staff was so kind, and the cost was reasonable. However, my dad has digestive issues and is on a very strict diet. They discussed dietary issues with them before they moved in and were assured it would not be a problem. ...
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Stark City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stark City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stark City, 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 Stark City 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 Stark City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stark City, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Stark City 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 Stark City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stark City, MONational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stark City 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 Stark City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stark City, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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College View Manor, Chapters Living of Joplin and Springview Gardens Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stark City, Missouri. See full list of communities.
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