55 Assisted Living Facilities near Lawrenceville, GA

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lawrenceville

• Cost of living in Lawrenceville is right in line with the average for the rest of the country, at 103 to the baseline of 100. Housing costs, which may affect the price of assisted living accommodations, come in at 109 compared to 100. Grocery costs and healthcare, both of which are important to those in assisted living, are slightly lower at 93 and 91, respectively. 
  
• Lawrenceville, as part of the greater Atlanta area, has some of the worst air quality in the nation and ranks among the top 10 most polluted cities in three different air quality categories measured by the American Lung Association. This may be an important consideration for seniors with respiratory illnesses.
  
• Violent crime rates in Lawrenceville are lower than the national average, at 17.2 compared to the national average of 22.7. Property crimes, however, are higher, at 45.3 compared to 35.4. Seniors are encouraged to use caution and common sense with regard themselves and their belongings. 
  
• Georgia does not levy income tax on Social Security or retirement benefits, which may be helpful for seniors budgeting for assisted living. There is also a state income tax deduction of $65,000 per person. 
  
• The Lawrenceville area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Gwinett Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 
  
• Lawrenceville, as part of the Atlanta Metro area, is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.