Located less than 30 minutes outside of Tulsa and just steps away from the Arkansas River, Bixby can be a great retirement option for seniors seeking the peace and quiet of country living. Nearly 28,000 people call this small city home, and about 14% of them are seniors aged 65 and above. Bixby is known for its affordable housing, mild winter weather and very safe neighborhoods, with crime rates much lower than other cities in Oklahoma.
Assisted living includes supervision, certain medical services and help with a senior’s activities of daily living. In Bixby, assisted living costs an average of $4,519, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. That’s more expensive than the national average of $4,300 and the state average of $3,750; fortunately, Oklahoma has several programs and Medicaid waivers that can make assisted living more affordable for people of limited financial means.
This guide covers the benefits and drawbacks of living in Bixby, a cost comparison of assisted living in other Oklahoma cities, the cost of other types of long-term care and several resources seniors may find useful.