Independent Living Costs
Independent living is designed for people who no longer want the work of maintaining a home. Monthly pricing typically centers on housing and lifestyle rather than personal care.
- Housing in an apartment or cottage, usually as one monthly rate
- Maintenance-free living, with repairs and upkeep handled for you
- Meal plans or dining programs that may replace part of your grocery spending
- Services and amenities such as housekeeping, activities, and transportation may be included
Where are you looking for senior living?
Benchmarks are shown at the state level, not by city or ZIP code.
What type of senior living are you considering?
Your current monthly expenses
Enter what you know. Typical estimates are national household averages, not ZIP-specific.
How much do you spend on housing each month?
Mortgage or rent, property taxes, insurance, HOA
Monthly amount
Typical: $1,100/month
How much do you spend on home & utilities each month?
Utilities, internet and cable, maintenance, housekeeping
Monthly amount
Typical: $1,185/month
How much do you spend on groceries & dining each month?
Groceries and dining out
Monthly amount
Typical: $740/month
How much do you spend on transportation each month?
Vehicle payment, gas, insurance, transit, rideshare
Monthly amount
Typical: $915/month
How much do you spend on lifestyle & wellness each month?
Activities, entertainment, health and wellness
Monthly amount
Typical: $450/month
How much do you spend on care & support each month?
Paid caregiver help or in-home support
Monthly amount
Typical: $4,500/month
See typical senior living costs near you
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Wonder how that compares with what you spend today?
Senior living costs can feel high until you compare them with your current housing, utilities, food, maintenance, transportation, home care, and other monthly expenses.
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