Choosing Tulsa for assisted living options is a smart choice. The city was recently named #6 on Forbes magazine's "most livable cities" list for its quality of life. To arrive at that quality of life rating, researchers looked at cost of living, the crime rate, the economy, and the leisure index. Each of these factors can make retirement in Tulsa more enjoyable for seniors. Let's look at each factor a little more closely.
Compared to the rest of the country, Tulsa's cost of living is 15% below the average. Add in a low state and local tax burden of just 8.7% and this city becomes very livable for the average senior. For income taxes, you may claim up to $10,000 of your retirement benefits. And while there is no inheritance tax, there is an estate tax that is .5% to 10% of the net estate. Assisted living facilities in the Tulsa area start at $2,000 a month and go up depending on amenities and location. The average rate for a one-bedroom in Tulsa is $3,161, according to a recent national survey by Genworth Financial. The average rate for a private nursing home is $155 a day.
If you're not sure where to live in Tulsa, here are a few suggestions. In the northern part of the city you'll find the Tulsa International Airport, the Tulsa Zoo, OSU-Tulsa and Mohawk Park, one of the largest city parks in the country. Midtown Tulsa is the city's historic district. Here you'll find upscale shopping at Utica Square, the Philbrook Museum and the University of Tulsa. Other attractions around the city include the Gilcrease Museum with works by Frederic Remington, Charles Russell and Thomas Moran. And the casinos run by the Creek and Cherokee Nations.
Active retirees will enjoy Tulsa's 140 parks covering 6,000 acres. Like downtown's Woodward Park which has more than 6,000 rose plants in 250 varieties. The River Parks system along the Arkansas River will take you along 10 miles of walking and cycling paths.
To begin your search for Tulsa assisted living facilities, use our advanced search feature to locate a specific kind of facility (independent living, nursing home, etc.). And to find out if a facility is licensed and to see individual inspection reports, go to Oklahoma's Protective Health Services.
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $33,010 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $49,450 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $53,590 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $38,900 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $42,900 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $13,780 |
10201 South Yale
Tulsa, OK 74137
The Arbors Senior Living is a wonderful place to call home. We are located in one of Tulsa beautiful neighborhoods where one can enjoy the elegant lifestyle with all services included in one monthly rate.
10201 S Yale Ave
Tulsa, OK 74137-6015
Nestled comfortably in one of Tulsa's finest neighborhoods, The Arbors is a place you will gladly call home.
4001 South Aspen Avenue
Broken Arrow, OK 74011-1465
Brookdale Broken Arrow, formerly Sterling House of Broken Arrow, located in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma provides Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care facilities for seniors. We take time to know your life stories, your…
1605 North Highway 88
Claremore, OK 74017-4874
Brookdale Claremore, formerly Sterling House of Claremore, is a Claremore, OK Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care Alzheimer’s care for seniors. We take time to know your life stories, your family, your friends and…
12807 East 86th Place North
Owasso, OK 74055-2590
Brookdale Owasso, formerly Sterling House of Owasso, is an Owasso OK Assisted Living community for seniors. The emphasis is on providing a wonderful assisted living lifestyle. This allows you to do what you can, while…
8231 South Mingo Road
Tulsa, OK 74133-4549
Brookdale Tulsa South, formerly Sterling House of Tulsa South, provides Assisted Living in Tulsa, Oklahoma for seniors. We take time to know your life stories, your family, your friends and your dreams. The emphasis…
8887 S Lewis Ave
Tulsa, OK 74137-3239
Burgundy Place is an exciting and vibrant retirement community. Our residents and staff enjoy a special bond, a bond that creates beautiful new friendships and cherished memories
6333 S 91st E Ave
Tulsa, OK 74133
Country Club At Woodland Hills is a stylish retirement community In Tulsa, OK.
2130 S 85th E Ave
Tulsa, OK 74129-3066
If you still enjoy an independent lifestyle, but need a little help from time to time with things like medications, bathing and dressing, consider Heatheridge Assisted Living and Residential Care Community.…
7220 S Yale Ave
Tulsa, OK 74136-6348
If you still enjoy an independent lifestyle, but need a little help from time to time with things like medications, bathing and dressing, consider Heatheridge Assisted Living and Residential Care Community.
3701 N Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd
Tulsa, OK 74106
Welcome to Saint Simeon’s non-profit, senior living community nestled on 50 serene acres in the Osage Hills of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Offering peaceful retirement homes with panoramic views, Saint Simeon’s brings a…
7821 E 76th St
Tulsa, OK 74133
Assisted Living in a Caring Community
14611 South East 192nd Street
Renton, OK 98058
Services: Nursing care is provided 24-hours a day, 7 days a week by our highly trained, qualified, and certified staff. Optional regular visits by a certified RN to asses medical needs. Friendly, discreet, and…
9524 E 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74133-5255
Woodland Terrace Retirement Community is located in Tulsa.
This summary also covers Bixby, Bowden, Broken Arrow, Catoosa, Claremore, Collinsville, Coweta, Glenpool, Jenks, Mannford, Mounds, Oakhurst, Okay, Owasso, Porter, Prue, Redbird, Sand Springs, Sapulpa, Skiatook, Sperry, Tulsa, Turley, Wagoner, Westport, Winchester and all surrounding areas.