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Assisted Living in Salt Lake City, Utah



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St. Joseph Villa - Salt Lake City, UT

St. Joseph Villa

451 East Bishop Federal Ln

Salt Lake City, UT 84115

1-855-240-2530

10 Reviews  

St. Joseph Villa is located in the Liberty Wells neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah. It is a 221 unit senior care community. With roughly 26,000 residents in the 84115 zip code, the surrounding area has a dense ...

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Chateau Brickyard - Salt Lake City, UT

Chateau Brickyard

3080 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84106

1-855-224-5130

7 Reviews  

Situated within the Sugar House area of the city, Chateau Brickyard is a senior community serving Salt Lake City, Utah. With an average per-family income of $52,086, the community is in a largely middle income area. It is ...

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Cottonwood Creek - Salt Lake City, UT

Cottonwood Creek

1245 E Murray Holladay Rd

Salt Lake City, UT 84117

1-855-233-7205

3 Reviews  

Located at 1245 E Murray Holladay Rd, Cottonwood Creek is a senior care facility serving Salt Lake City, Utah. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 25,000 individuals living in the 84117 zip code. With an average ...

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The Wellington - Salt Lake City, UT

The Wellington

4522 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84117

1-855-229-7494

2 Reviews  

Located at 4522 South 1300 East, The Wellington is a senior care community serving Salt Lake City, Utah. With around 25,000 people residing in the 84117 zip code, the surrounding area has a dense population. It is a ...

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Highland Cove - Salt Lake City, UT

Highland Cove

3750 S Highland Dr

Salt Lake City, UT 84106

1-855-221-7955

Highland Cove is a senior care community located near the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah. The facility is in a predominantly middle class area, with a median household income of $52,086. With about 34,000 people ...

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The Avenues Courtyard - Salt Lake City, UT

The Avenues Courtyard

661 East 100 South

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

1-855-233-7205

Situated within the Central City area of the city, The Avenues Courtyard is a senior care community serving Salt Lake City, Utah. The encompassing area has an average population density, with approximately 18,000 individuals living in the 84102 zip ...

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Evergreen Rest Home - Salt Lake City, UT

Evergreen Rest Home

2374 E Evergreen Ave

Salt Lake City, UT 84109

1-855-240-2530

Evergreen Rest Home is a senior housing community situated around the Sugar House area of Salt Lake City, Utah. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 25,000 people residing in the zip code of 84109. With an ...

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Beehive at East Millcreek - Salt Lake City, UT

Beehive at East Millcreek

3681 S 2300 E

Salt Lake City, UT 84109

1-855-224-5130

Located near by the Sugar House area of the city, Beehive at East Millcreek is a senior care facility serving Salt Lake City, Utah. With a median per-household income of $76,856, the community is in a largely well-to-do area. ...

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Sarah Daft Home - Salt Lake City, UT

Sarah Daft Home

737 S 1300 E

Salt Lake City, UT 84102

1-855-243-3078

Located in the East Central neighborhood, Sarah Daft Home is a senior housing facility serving Salt Lake City, Utah. With about 18,000 residents in the zip code of 84102, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. It is ...

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Alta Ridge Memory Care Holladay - Salt Lake City, UT

Alta Ridge Memory Care Holladay

1009 E Murray Holladay Rd

Salt Lake City, UT 84117

1-855-240-2530

Located at 1009 E Murray Holladay Rd, Alta Ridge Memory Care Holladay is a senior housing community serving Salt Lake City, Utah. The surrounding area is densely populated, with around 25,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 84117. ...

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Green Gables - Salt Lake City, UT

Green Gables

1001 N Featherstone Dr

Salt Lake City, UT 84116

1-855-233-7205

Green Gables is a 58 unit senior care facility located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah. The surrounding area is densely populated, with around 34,000 poeple living in the zip code of 84116. With ...

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Enlightened Days - Salt Lake City, UT

Enlightened Days

5 E 6100 S

Salt Lake City, UT 84107

1-855-229-7494

Enlightened Days is a senior community located at 5 E 6100 S in Salt Lake City, Utah. The community is in a largely middle income area, with an average household income of $47,252. With roughly 32,000 poeple living ...

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Seniors in Salt Lake City's assisted living communities pay a monthly rate of $4,368, on average. This is just a bit lower than the $4,459 national average and slightly higher than the $4,129 Utah state average. Thankfully for older adults seeking long-term care, there are some tax credits available to help meet the cost of senior living.

This guide introduces Salt Lake City's assisted living landscape, costs and trends to help seniors make informed choices.



The SeniorScore for Salt Lake City, Utah 



Seniors can discover how comfortable a city might be for them by using the SeniorScore. This numerical rating is calculated using 100 data points from both private and government databases in four categories related to seniors. Salt Lake City has a SeniorScore of 71, which is just one point lower than the national average of 72. The city scores best in health and safety and worst in finances.

When it comes to Health & Safety, Salt Lake City seniors benefit from access to 22 hospitals and a large number of Medicare-certified physicians. There are also many pharmacies in the area, making it easier to get prescription drugs. Fire protection is provided by a relatively high number of fire stations. The average life expectancy in Salt Lake City is 80.2 years, which is 1.6 years more than the national average.

Salt Lake City received a low score of 58 for Finances partly due to its unfriendly tax policies for seniors. Not only does the state of Utah fully tax social security benefits, but it also taxes most other forms of retirement income, including public pensions. Sales taxes, however, are lower than the national average. Apart from taxes, Salt Lake City has below average costs for assisted living and average costs for nursing homes.

In terms of Recreation and Leisure, Salt Lake City offers seniors a wide range of activities. There are 52 golf courses and 23 parks in and around the city, and hiking and skiing are just minutes away in the mountains. An abundance of movie theaters, malls and other indoor locations are also available. Salt Lake City has a score of 63 for this category.



SeniorScore™ for Salt Lake City, Utah



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.

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SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Salt Lake City scores higher than the Utah average of 68.
  • Salt Lake City scores lower than the national average of 72.
68

Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 22 hospitals within close range of the city, including Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, Veterans Affairs Med Center, and Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va.
  • There are 107 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including St. Joseph Villa, Avalon Valley Rehabilitation Center, and Meadowbrook Rehabilitation and Nursing.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 80.2, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 648 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a very high property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
63

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a very low percentage of seniors in the population (20% of residents).
  • There are 52 golf courses in or around the city, including Nibley Park Golf Course, Forest Dale Golf Course, and Glendale Golf Course.
  • There are 23 parks near the city center, including South Salt Lake Recreation, Liberty Park, and International Peace Gardens.
  • There are 396 churches in or near the city, including Church of Jesus Christ of Lds, Church of Jesus Christ of Lds, and Church of Jesus Christ of Lds.
  • There are 19 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 333 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 25 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 148 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
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Finances

  • The property taxes average 2.23% of total income, which is significantly lower than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.67% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.33%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Utah has an average state income tax of 4.72%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $67,629, which is higher than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $53,607, which is higher than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $25,046, which is lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $37,200 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $91,250 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $23,400 per year, which are very high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $48,620 annually, which are high compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 7.08%, which is average compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is high compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
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General Quality of Life

  • Salt Lake City receives ideal levels of rainfall each year.
  • Salt Lake City has average mean temperatures, with cold winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has very poor water quality.
  • Salt Lake City has a dense population density of 3,531.4 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Salt Lake City have a short daily commute time.
  • The city has a high public transportation ridership.
  • Salt Lake City has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 85.69%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Salt Lake City, Utah


Assisted living in Salt Lake City costs slightly less per month than the national average. This data comes from Genworth Financial’s Cost of Care Survey 2019. The average monthly cost for assisted living is $3,835, about $200 less than the national average of $4,051. Costs in the city are more expensive than the overall state average, which is $3,400 per month.





Inflation of Assisted Living in Salt Lake City, UT


From 2022 to 2023, inflation raised the average assisted living rate in Salt Lake City by 10%, a figure identical to the national average. In Utah, rates skyrocketed even further, rising 12% from $3,690 to $4,129. The rate of inflation was steady across Utah, with rates rising 10% in Logan, Provo and Saint George.

When looking ahead to 2024's rates, they're expected to continue rising. Salt Lake City's monthly rate is projected at $4,704, while the Utah state average is projected at $4,200. Planning for the financial details of care and researching locations is all part of the process. 


Location

2022 Cost (Historical)

2023 Cost (Current)

2024 Cost (Estimated)

Salt Lake City

$3,987

$4,368

$4,704

U.S. average

$4,070

$4,459

$4,802

Utah

$3,690

$4,129

$4,200

Logan

$2,830

$3,100

$3,338

Provo

$3,426

$3,753

$4,042

Saint George

$3,814

$4,179

$4,500



The Cost of Other Types of Care in Salt Lake City, UT


Salt Lake City's assisted living facilities vary in the level of care, services and amenities they offer. Seniors who want to remain autonomous can try independent living for $2,895. Assisted living helps older adults who require support with the activities of daily living for $4,368, which includes help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming and medication. Memory care, the most expensive option, combines highly trained team members with research-based dementia programming for $4,431.


Care Type

Cost

Assisted Living

$4,368

Memory Care

$4,431

Independent Living

$2,895


 
 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Salt Lake City, Utah



Utah Commission on Aging

The Utah Commission on Aging is a state agency focused on identifying the needs of seniors at assisted living facilities in the community and finding solutions to those needs. In addition to providing reports and studies on a variety of topics related to older adults, the commission recommends specific policies, procedures and programs. They've helped create everything from arts programs to fall prevention resources. They also have an alliance that helps family caregivers. 

30 North 1900 East, AB193 SOM, Salt Lake City, UT 84132

(801) 213-4156

https://ucoa.utah.edu/

Aging & Adult Services

Operated by Salt Lake County to serve seniors at assisted living facilities in Salt Lake City and beyond, the division of Aging and Adult Services offers a wide breadth of programs designed to improve quality of life. These programs include meals on wheels, legal advice, transportation and companionship. One of the most important services for assisted living residents is the Ombudsman Program, which advocates for the rights of seniors and works towards resolving problems. 

2001 South State Street S1-600, Salt Lake City, UT 84190

(385) 468-3200

https://slco.org/aging-adult-services/

Salt Lake City Vet Center

Veterans who live in Salt Lake City may be able to obtain financial aid for assisted living through their VA benefits. Many vets, or their surviving spouses, are eligible for monthly aid through the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit. The Salt Lake City Vet Center may be able to assist vets with this issue or refer them to a contact who can. This center is also available for counseling, education and community outreach. 

84 West 4800 South, Suite 100, Murray, UT 84107

(801) 266-1499

https://www.va.gov/find-locations/facility/vc_0514V

AARP Utah

The Utah branch for the American Association of Retired Persons advocates for the rights and interests of seniors living in assisted living facilities all over Salt Lake City. They are available to assist members with issues related to Medicare benefits, Social Security, retirement savings, caregiving options and many other topics related to living in an assisted living facility. Anyone aged 50 and over is eligible to become a member. 

6975 South Union Park Center, Suite 320, Midvale, UT 84047

(866) 448-3616

https://www.aarp.org/ut

Senior Charity Care Foundation

The mission of the Senior Charity Care Foundation is to assist low-income Salt Lake City seniors in assisted living facilities who could use help with some medical services, including dental, medical and hearing. In order to qualify for assistance, the senior care facility resident must be aged 55 or older. Their income must also be at 200% or below the poverty line. This nonprofit organization operates on donations and volunteers from the area. 

1555 West 2200 South, Suite B, West Valley City, UT 84119

(801) 515-0480

https://www.seniorcharitycarefoundation.org/


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What is the cost of assisted living in the state of Utah?

Answer
The average price of assisted living in Utah is about $102 daily (ranging from $55 to $208), $3,061 per month (ranging from $1,650 to $6,250), and $36,732 per year (ranging from $19,800 to $75,000). By comparison, the US averages are $117 daily, $3,500 per month, and $42,000 per year.

Question
What is the cost of assisted living in Salt Lake City?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Salt Lake City, Utah ranges from approximately $2,000 per month up to $4,480. The median cost is approximately $3,100 per month, or around $37,200 per year.

Question
What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Most assisted living facilities have both private and shared rooms. They usually offer a variety of services such as regular health care, help with dressing, spiritual programs, transportation services, and help with bathing.

Question
Are there assisted living facilities in Salt Lake City that accept Medicaid?

Answer
Pioneer Care Center, Draper Rehabilitation and Care Center, Willow Glen Health and Rehabilitation, Canyon Rim Care Center, and Avalon Valley Rehabilitation Center are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Salt Lake City.

Question
What is the senior population of Salt Lake City?

Answer
Though the encompassing area is home to 2,013,019 residents, there are 594,043 living in the city. Approximately 20% of the population are over the age of 55.

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