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Pflugerville is a fast-growing city in the Austin metro with more than 65,000 residents, nearly one in 10 of whom are seniors. It offers a broad range of benefits to retirees, including a high-performing hospital and access to numerous supportive services and programs. While the city’s overall cost of living is a little high, Texas doesn’t have a state income tax, which may help your retirement income cover your expenses.
Seniors in Pflugerville have access to several assisted living facilities. These facilities are for those who can’t safely or comfortably live alone but don’t need the intensive care nursing homes provide. Residents have individualized care plans that help them maintain as much independence as possible while getting the services they need. These facilities also provide convenient services such as regular housekeeping, daily meals and transportation. The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that Pflugerville is a relatively costly place to obtain care, with monthly assisted living rates exceeding state and national averages at $5,345.
Through this guide, you can learn more about assisted living rates in Pflugerville, payment options for care and an overview of agencies and programs to help you navigate the system.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Texas. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Pflugerville’s assisted living services cost an estimated $5,345 monthly, though your fees may vary depending on your facility’s amenities.
Seniors in Pflugerville pay $5,345 per month for assisted living. This is over $800 higher than the national median rate of $4,500 and over $1,300 higher than the Texas average of $3,998.
Texarkana monthly assisted living rates are the cheapest in the state and nearly half the cost of care in Pflugerville, at $2,770. In Corpus Christi, seniors pay $3,388 for monthly care, and in San Antonio, residents pay $3,413. Tyler seniors pay $3,863 for assisted living, and in College Station, monthly rates are equal to the state average of $3,998. In Pflugerville, assisted living facilities charge $5,345 per month, and in Victoria, rates are higher at $5,600 per month.
Note: Data for Pflugerville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Austin, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Texas.
| Resource | Contact | Description |
| Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area | (512) 916-6062 | The local Area Agency on Aging serves Pflugerville seniors through free and low-cost services and programs. This nonprofit agency connects those aged 60 and over with options counselors who help them evaluate their care needs, find local assisted living options and identify ways to pay for services. The agency also has the Aging and Disability Resource Center, which directs you to community-based services such as transportation, congregate meals and durable medical equipment loan programs. |
| PF Seniors | (512) 990-6350 | PF Seniors, operated by Pflugerville’s Parks and Recreation Department, provides social and recreational activities for area residents aged 55 and over. These activities are hosted at the recreation center and include educational classes and table games. The program also includes local travel opportunities to festivals, museums and sporting events. To participate in these activities, you must be a recreation center member, and membership is $30 per year or $3 per month for Pflugerville residents. |
| Veterans Services | (512) 854-9340 | The Travis County Veterans Department staffs service officers who assist older veterans and their eligible family members with obtaining the services and benefits they’re entitled to. You can get help with applying for Aid and Attendance, disability compensation and pension benefits, including assistance with gathering supporting documents, following up on applications and appealing denied benefits. The office can also provide referrals for community services that may meet other financial or medical needs. |
| Texas Legal Services Center | (800) 622-2520 | Texas Legal Services Center is a regional nonprofit organization that helps qualifying individuals in Pflugerville get civil legal advice, information and representation. It specializes in age-related services such as senior care and retirement planning. It also has attorneys who can help you understand health insurance options such as Medicare, long-term care insurance and Medicaid, which may help cover your long-term care expenses. |
| Local Ombudsman | (512) 916-6054 | Texas’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program staffs trained individuals who advocate on behalf of those in assisted living facilities. The local ombudsman visits residential facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and guidelines. They can also help you understand your rights and resolve issues such as unfair move-in and move-out procedures or substandard care. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (512) 854-7787 | RSVP is a volunteer program exclusively for those aged 50 and over where you can serve your community through a range of initiatives, including tutoring school-aged children, overseeing local charity volunteer efforts and helping natural disaster victims. In exchange for your service, you can access benefits such as free training, free entry into Coming of Age events, limited mileage reimbursement and supplemental liability insurance. |
| 211 Texas | 211 | 211 Texas is a free information and referral service for all Texans. By calling this helpline, you can talk one-on-one with a specialist who listens to your needs and connects you with community programs. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Pflugerville area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
