79 Assisted Living Facilities near Burtonsville, MD

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Burtonsville

• The climate in Burtonsville is close to the national averages in many categories, so seniors shouldn't expect anything too out of the ordinary in terms of weather. Summer highs reach 88 degrees and January lows drop to about 24 degrees. The city scores a comfort index rating of 52 compared to the national average of 54.
• While Montgomery County, where Burtonsville is located, gets a passing grade for annual particle pollution, the American Lung Association gives the area a "D" for ozone pollution. High ozone days can be damaging to respiratory and cardiovascular health, so seniors in the area should check the air quality before venturing outside.
• Due to Burtonsville's relatively high cost of living, which is 36.6% above the national average of 100, seniors can expect to pay more for assisted living than in other parts of the country.
• As residents of Maryland, seniors in Burtonsville can benefit from some of the state's friendly tax policies. Income from social security alone is exempt from state income tax, and there is a pension exclusion that increases every year.
• As part of Montgomery County, Burtonsville 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.
• Burtonsville has no facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Laurel.

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