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Budd Terrace at Wesley Woods is a 250 room senior care community situated within the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The neighboring area has a dense population, with approximately 30,000 individuals living in the zip code of 30329. ...
Located in the Druid Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, A.G. Rhodes at Wesley Woods is a 150 room senior community. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with an average per-family income of $45,861. With about ...
A.G. Rhodes Health and Rehab is located within the Cabbagetown area of Atlanta, Georgia. It is a 138 room nursing home facility. The surrounding area has an average population density, with roughly 20,000 people residing in the zip ...
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 186 unit skilled nursing facility situated within the Sweet Auburn neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. With an average household income of $46,321, the community is in a predominantly middle class area. It ...
Lenbrook is a 60 bed senior housing facility. It is situated in the Ridgedale Park neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. With approximately 39,000 poeple living in the 30319 zip code, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is ...
The William Breman Jewish Home is a 96 bed senior care community. It is located within the Westminster - Milmar neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. With an average per-household income of $141,205, the facility is in a largely upscale ...
Westminister Commons is a 90 room senior community located in the Virginia Highland area of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with a median per-family income of $51,700. It has an average population ...
Located at 8480 Roswell Rd, Sunrise at Huntcliff Summit II is a senior housing facility in Atlanta, Georgia. The encompassing area is densely populated, with around 36,000 poeple living in the 30350 zip code. With a median per-family ...
Belmont Village at Buckhead is a senior care community located around the Chastain Park area of Atlanta, Georgia. The community is in a largely affluent area, with a median family income of $79,736. With roughly 31,000 residents in ...
Adamsville Green Senior Rsdncs is a senior care facility located within the Adamsville neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The neighboring area has a dense population, with approximately 55,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 30331. It is a ...
Located at 1262 Hightower Trail, Brookdale Sandy Springs is a senior housing facility in Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a generally middle income area, with an average family income of $73,644. With roughly 36,000 individuals living in ...
Safe Haven at Lenox Park is a senior housing facility situated within the Pine Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. With about 39,000 residents in the zip code of 30319, the neighboring area is heavily populated. It is a ...
Renaissance On Peachtree is a senior housing facility situated in the Ridgedale Park neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a primarily well-to-do area, with an average per-household income of $84,592. It is densely populated, with roughly ...
Located at 475 Mount Vernon Highway NE, Mount Vernon Village is a senior care facility in Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a mostly wealthier area, with an average per-household income of $84,198. With approximately 31,000 people residing ...
Dogwood Forest of Dunwoody is a senior community located at 7400 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd in Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a mostly well-to-do area, with a median household income of $84,198. It has a dense population, with ...
The Arbor Company is a senior community situated in the Randall Mill neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. With approximately 23,000 individuals residing in the 30327 zip code, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is a predominantly affluent ...
Brighton Gardens of Buckhead is a senior care community situated in the Capitol Gateway area of Atlanta, Georgia. With roughly 25,000 residents in the 30324 zip code, the encompassing area is densely populated. It is a largely middle ...
Bickford of Buckhead is a senior community located within the East Chastain Park neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a predominantly upscale area, with a median family income of $79,736. With about 31,000 people residing in ...
Gardens at Sandy Springs is a senior care facility located at 1260 Hightower Trl in Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a mostly middle income area, with a median family income of $73,644. It is heavily populated, with ...
2848 Lenox Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, Atria Buckhead is a senior housing community serving people 65 and over. The surrounding area has a dense population, with roughly 25,000 people residing in the 30324 zip code. ...
1000 Lenox Park Boulevard NE
Atlanta, GA 30319
Situated within the Ridgedale Park neighborhood, Sunrise at Buckhead is a senior care facility serving Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with roughly 39,000 individuals living in the zip code of 30319. It is a generally ...
5413 Northland Dr
Atlanta, GA 30342
Located nearby the Brookhaven area of the city, The Mann House is a senior care community in Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area has a dense population, with approximately 31,000 individuals living in the zip code of 30342. With ...
8592 Roswell Rd
Atlanta, GA 30350
Sunrise of Huntcliff Summit I is a senior care facility located at 8592 Roswell Rd in Atlanta, Georgia. With about 36,000 individuals living in the 30350 zip code, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a predominantly ...
2401 Cumberland Pkwy SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
Brookdale Vinings is a senior housing facility for individuals over 55. It is located around the Paces area of Atlanta, Georgia. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with an average family income of $65,986. ...
1001 Research Ctr Atlanta Drive SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
Situated within the Green Acres Valley neighborhood, Arbor Terrace at Cascade is a senior care facility in Atlanta, Georgia. With about 55,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 30331, the encompassing area is heavily populated. It is ...
1460 S Johnson Ferry Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30319
Situated near the Brookhaven neighborhood, Brookdale Dunwoody is a senior housing facility serving Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is densely populated, with around 39,000 poeple living in the 30319 zip code. It is a mostly wealthier area, with ...
2610 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW
Atlanta, GA 30311
Situated in the Harland Terrace neighborhood, High Tower Manor Highrise is a senior community serving Atlanta, Georgia. The neighboring area is densely populated, with about 33,000 individuals residing in the 30311 zip code. With an average per-family income ...
3059 Nottaway Ct
Atlanta, GA 30341
Autumn House Personal Care Home is located at 3059 Nottaway Ct in Atlanta, Georgia. It is a 6 unit residential care facility. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median family income of $60,391. ...
335 Hammond Drive NE
Atlanta, GA 30328
Located at 335 Hammond Drive NE, Hammond Glen is a senior care community in Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 31,000 people residing in the 30328 zip code. With an average family income of ...
3033 Continental Colony Pkwy SW Ofc
Atlanta, GA 30331
Situated within the Capitol Gateway neighborhood, Asbury Harris Epworth Towers is a senior care community in Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is densely populated, with roughly 55,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 30331. It is a ...
5691 Boreal Way
Atlanta, GA 30331
The Shepherd's House of Love is a 2 bed senior care facility situated near the Arlington Estates area of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a largely middle income area, with an average per-family income of $48,169. It ...
1107 Graymont Dr SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Located within the Bush Mountain area of the city, Jasper House is a senior care community in Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is densely populated, with about 28,000 people residing in the 30310 zip code. With a median ...
4545 St Andrews Sr
Atlanta, GA 30331
Genesis Omega is situated within the Fairway Acres neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. It is a 3 unit senior housing community. With approximately 55,000 people residing in the 30331 zip code, the encompassing area is densely populated. ...
6832 Foxfire Pl
Atlanta, GA 30349
Steller PCH is a 3 bed senior care facility. It is located at 6832 Foxfire Pl in Atlanta, Georgia. The encompassing area is densely populated, with around 69,000 residents in the 30349 zip code. With a median ...
2524 Circlewood Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
Located at 2524 Circlewood Rd NE, Circlewood Road CLA is a senior care community in Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-family income of $72,954. It is heavily populated, with ...
35 Puppy Chase
Atlanta, GA 30345
Located at 35 Puppy Chase, Georgia Mentor - Puppy Chase is a senior care community serving Atlanta, Georgia. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 24,000 individuals living in the 30345 zip code. It is a largely ...
650 Phipps Blvd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326
Situated within the Lenox area of the city, Hallmark At Buckhead Assisted Living is a senior community serving Atlanta, Georgia. With approximately 6,000 people residing in the 30326 zip code, the encompassing area has a sparse population. It ...
4530 Janice Dr
Atlanta, GA 30337
Fellowship Senior Services is a senior housing facility located around the Princeton Lakes area of Atlanta, Georgia. The encompassing area has an average population density, with approximately 13,000 people residing in the zip code of 30337. It is ...
722 Bernice St SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
Located in the West End area of the city, Seeds of Hope is a senior community serving Atlanta, Georgia. With roughly 28,000 individuals residing in the 30310 zip code, the encompassing area has a dense population. It is ...
1830 Campbellton Rd SW
Atlanta, GA 30311
Located within the Venetian Hills area of the city, Lillie R Campbell House is a senior care community serving Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a largely working class area, with an average per-family income of $33,268. With ...
2321 Flat Shoals SE Rd
Atlanta, GA 30316
Situated close to the East Atlanta neighborhood, Floyd J Holdings is a senior care facility serving Atlanta, Georgia. The community is in a mostly middle class area, with a median per-family income of $43,450. It has a dense ...
1460 S Johnson Ferry Rd
Atlanta, GA 30319
Merrill Gardens is a senior housing community situated nearby the Brookhaven neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The community is in a generally affluent area, with a median per-household income of $84,592. It has a dense population, with about 39,000 ...
2100 Riveredge Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30328
Homestead Village is a senior care facility situated around the Whitewater Creek neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a mostly upscale area, with a median per-family income of $84,198. With about 31,000 poeple living in the ...
4 Executive Park Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Situated within the Pine Hills area of the city, Five Star Quality Care is a senior care facility in Atlanta, Georgia. With an average family income of $45,861, the facility is in a mostly middle income area. It ...
1035 Research Center Atlanta Dr SW Ste B
Atlanta, GA 30331
Ogilvie-Carrington Center is a senior care community located within the Horseshoe Community area of Atlanta, Georgia. The facility is in a generally middle class area, with a median per-family income of $48,169. With approximately 55,000 people residing in ...
2270 Pemberton Rd SW
Atlanta, GA 30331
Carefree Mason is a senior housing community located within the Ben Hill Acres area of Atlanta, Georgia. The encompassing area has a dense population, with around 55,000 individuals living in the 30331 zip code. It is a predominantly ...
265 Redding Ridge
Atlanta, GA 30337
Sunrise Hills is a senior care community located within the Capitol Gateway neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with roughly 13,000 people residing in the 30337 zip code. With a median family income ...
1286 Kendrick Rd
Atlanta, GA 30319
Located in the Brookhaven area of the city, Safe Haven at Brookhaven is a senior care community serving Atlanta, Georgia. The community is in a primarily upscale area, with an average per-household income of $84,592. It is heavily ...
1240 Ashford Center Pkwy
Atlanta, GA 30338
Brighton Gardens of Dunwoody is a senior community located at 1240 Ashford Center Pkwy in Atlanta, Georgia. With about 35,000 individuals residing in the 30338 zip code, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is a largely upper ...
4484 N Shallowford Rd
Atlanta, GA 30338
Waterford Gardens is a 58 room senior care facility. It is located at 4484 N Shallowford Rd in Atlanta, Georgia. The neighboring area has a dense population, with roughly 35,000 individuals living in the 30338 zip code. ...
History-steeped Atlanta, Georgia, is the capital of the Peach State and the seat of Fulton County. This diverse city offers seniors an impressive array of amenities, including three seasons of mild, comfortable weather, a lower-than-average cost of living and access to world-class health care facilities. Active seniors can enjoy the city's thriving arts and culture scene, home teams in every major professional sport and over 3,600 acres of lush parks and nature preserves, including the spectacular Atlanta Botanical Garden.
The Atlanta area is home to 217 senior living facilities, and the city proper offers seniors a choice of 57 assisted living communities. According to Genworth Financial’s 2019 Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in the city is $3,750, which is $301 less than the national median of $4,051. These savings paired with Georgia's retirement-friendly tax laws help make Atlanta an attractive choice for seniors looking to stretch their retirement income.
The SeniorScore is a livability index of a city's suitability for older adults, which is derived from over 100 data points across four categories. Atlanta earned a score of 75, which is three points higher than the national average of 72. The city received its highest scores in the Health & Safety and Recreation & Leisure categories, which garnered a 69 and 67, respectively.
Factors that influenced Atlanta's Health & Safety score include a high number of Medicare-registered physicians and the metro area's 28 hospitals. One is Emory University Hospital, which is nationally ranked in nine adult specialties, including geriatrics and cardiology. The city also has close to 1,200 pharmacies and an average number of home health care providers.
Although only 19% of Atlanta's population is aged 55 and older, it still offers lots of senior-friendly recreation and leisure opportunities. Golf enthusiasts can perfect their swing at one of 102 courses, and there are 21 parks near the city center. Shoppers have 30 malls and 637 grocery stores to choose from, and there are 38 movie theaters, 129 health clubs and 478 churches offering entertainment, fitness and spiritual activities.
Atlanta only earned a score of 66 in Finances, which may be due to the high local property and state income tax rates. Seniors can reap budget-stretching benefits from assisted living costs below the national median, an overall cost of living below the U.S. average and state exemptions for Social Security and $65,000 of other retirement income. The city's lowest score, a 64 in General Quality of Life, is likely related to the high amount of annual rainfall the city receives, its poor air quality and its high population density. These factors are offset somewhat by Atlanta's comfortable winter weather and mild mean temperatures.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
When considering the financial aspect of assisted living, it's vital to understand the costs associated with helping your loved one become part of a quality community. As costs keep increasing, it's imperative to stay updated when planning for senior care. To offer a clearer perspective on how inflation affects senior living costs, SeniorAdvice.com has amassed pricing data from its broad network of over 75,000 senior living communities. This information gives an insight into the average cost of assisted living in Atlanta and 72 other cities in Georgia.
Atlanta's senior population now pays a higher price for care due to inflation. The average cost of assisted living in the city increased by 10% since 2022, reaching $3,717 per month in 2023. Americans as a whole also pay 10% more, with the national average now sitting at $4,459. Georgia's overall average increased by 6%.
While planning ahead for 2024, seniors should expect a further rise of 8% to the average cost in both Atlanta and the nation, and a decrease of 1.5% in Georgia. However, assisted living prices in many of the state's larger cities aren't expected to fall.
Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
Atlanta | $3,392 | $3,717 | $4,002 |
U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
Georgia | $3,730 | $3,952 | $3,895 |
Savannah | $3,122 | $3,420 | $3,683 |
Athens | $4,107 | $4,499 | $4,845 |
Marietta | $4,483 | $4,912 | $5,290 |
At an average of $3,717 per month for assisted living in Atlanta, there is just $83 separating it from memory care. Although the increase is slight, memory care communities can be a significantly better choice for people with Alzheimer's due to having an environment and staffing designed specifically for the needs of such residents. Independent living in Atlanta is priced $520 below assisted living due to the relatively low requirements of residents.
Care Type | Cost |
Assisted Living | $3,717 |
Memory Care | $3,800 |
Independent Living | $3,197 |
City of Atlanta Prime Time Senior Programming The Atlanta Department of Parks and Recreation offers Prime Time senior programming to enhance the lives of the city's older adult residents. Hosted at 11 participating recreation centers across Atlanta, Prime Time programs are open to residents aged 50 and older and include social networking, physical fitness, educational seminars and arts and crafts classes. The department also organizes regular group trips to destinations, such as Gregg Farms and Stone Mountain Park, as well as outings to the theater and area parks and festivals. 233 Peachtree Street, NE, Suite 1700, Atlanta, Georgia 30303 (404) 505-3142 |
Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division The Regional Commission Aging Division is the designated Area Agency on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Connection for the Atlanta metro area. The division's Empowerline provides area seniors and their families with a single access point to a wide range of local aging-related resources. Empowerline features an online resource directory of more than 26,000 service providers, as well as trained phone counselors who can provide personalized information and referrals for beneficial programs and services, including chronic disease management, nutrition and financial assistance. The staff also provides long-term care counseling to help seniors explore all their available options, such as assisted living. 229 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 463-3333 |
Capitol Ombudsman Program The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Office trains and certifies community ombudsmen who work to enhance the quality of life of seniors across Georgia. In Atlanta, community ombudsmen with the Capital Ombudsman Program are available to help residents of assisted living facilities understand state regulations and their rights. Ombudsmen also provide support and act as advocates to help seniors resolve problems related to their care and living conditions. 225 Cameron Road, McDonough, Georgia 30253 (404) 627-1057 |
Atlanta Veterans Field Service Office Local senior veterans, their spouses and survivors can receive advice and assistance obtaining the benefits they are entitled to from the knowledgeable staff at the Georgia Department of Veterans Services Atlanta Field Service Office. Trained staff can help veterans learn about and apply for financial programs available under federal and state law, which may help pay for assisted living, including pensions, disability benefits and VA Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits. Help is available on a first come, first served basis, and appointments are not required. 205 Jesse Hill, Jr. Drive, Suite 460, Atlanta, GA 30334 (404) 656-5940 |
Fulton County Senior Centers The Fulton County Department of Senior Services operates 14 neighborhood senior centers offering a variety of programs and activities to promote an active, healthy and meaningful life for older residents. The centers offer weekday congregate meals, health education, life enrichment and fitness classes. The county also operates four multipurpose facilities that offer a full range of programs and feature cafeterias, computer training centers, art classrooms, gyms and therapeutic pools. All senior center and facility programs are available to Fulton County residents at no charge. 141 Pryor Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 612-4000 |
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What is the cost of assisted living in Georgia?
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The average cost of assisted living in Georgia is about $83 daily (ranging from $28 to $265), $2,500 monthly (ranging from $850 to $7,950), and $30,000 annually (ranging from $10,200 to $95,400). By comparison, the national averages are $117 daily, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 annually.
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How much do assisted living communities cost in Atlanta?
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With prices running between $700 and $5,500 monthly and averaging around $3,060, assisted living in Atlanta, Georgia runs roughly $36,720 per year.
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What services are offered with assisted living?
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Assisted living can be offered in either a shared or private room. Services generally include help getting dressed, bathing assistance, meal preparation, transportation services, and wellness programs.
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Can I pay for assisted living in Atlanta with Medicaid?
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There are multiple assisted living facilities in Atlanta accepting Medicaid, including The Delmar Gardens, Golden Living Center - Briarwood, Scepter Health & Rehab of Snellville, A.G. Rhodes at Wesley Woods, and The William Breman Jewish Home.
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How many seniors live in Atlanta?
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The surrounding area is home to 5,277,989 people, but there are 900,273 residing in the city itself. The 55-and-over community makes up about 19% of the total population.
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