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Situated within the Balboa-South Indian Trail neighborhood of Spokane, Washington, ManorCare Health Services-Spokane is a 125 room nursing home facility. With an average per-family income of $43,761, the facility is in a predominantly middle class area. It is ...
Providence St. Joseph Care Center is a 162 bed senior housing community situated within the Cliff-Cannon neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a generally lower income area, with a median family income of $32,373. With about ...
Royal Park Health and Rehabilitation is a 164 unit nursing facility. It is situated in the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with around 50,000 individuals living in the 99208 zip code. ...
Located nearby the Green Acres area of the city, Sullivan Park Assisted Living Community is a senior housing facility in Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with an average family income of $45,625. ...
Situated within the Nevada-Lidgerwood area of Spokane, Washington, Franklin Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 100 unit nursing home facility. The surrounding area is densely populated, with roughly 32,000 people residing in the 99207 zip code. With ...
Regency at Northpointe Rehabilitation Center is a 120 unit nursing home facility situated near the Nevada-Lidgerwood area of Spokane, Washington. With a median family income of $57,574, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has ...
Avalon Care Center at Northpointe is a 119 room senior care facility located near the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. With an average per-family income of $57,574, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has ...
Sullivan Park Care Center is a 125 unit senior housing community located nearby the Green Acres neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a primarily middle income area, with a median household income of $45,625. It is ...
Touchmark On South Hill Spokane, WA is situated within the Rockwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. It is a 57 bed senior care facility. With an average household income of $63,513, the community is in a mostly middle income ...
Alderwood Manor is an 85 bed senior care community. It is located within the East Central neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with around 23,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 99202. ...
Rockwood Retirement Communities is a 20 bed senior housing community located near the Five Mile-Prairie area of Spokane, Washington. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with an average household income of $57,574. It has an ...
Rockwood South Hill is a 45 unit senior housing facility. It is located within the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-household income of $62,106. ...
Riverview Retirement Communitity is a 75 room senior community situated in the Logan area of Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a mostly working class area, with an average household income of $31,829. With roughly 32,000 people residing ...
Broadway Court Estates is a senior community located at 13505 E Broadway Ave in Spokane, Washington. The neighboring area is densely populated, with approximately 25,000 residents in the 99216 zip code. It is a largely middle income area, ...
Royal Plaza Retirement Center Spokane is a senior care community situated in the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The surrounding area is densely populated, with approximately 50,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 99208. With a median ...
Situated within the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood, Cherrywood Place Retirement is a senior care community serving Spokane, Washington. The neighboring area has a dense population, with about 50,000 people residing in the 99208 zip code. With an average family income ...
Liberty Cottage is a senior community situated within the Minnehaha neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The surrounding area has an average population density, with about 18,000 individuals living in the 99217 zip code. With an average household income of ...
Windriver Place is a senior care facility located within the North Indian Trail neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. With about 50,000 individuals residing in the 99208 zip code, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is a primarily ...
Maplewood Gardens is a senior community located within the Logan neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. With approximately 23,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 99202, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a generally working class area, ...
Mallon Place is located within the West Central neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. It is a 46 bed senior housing facility. With an average per-household income of $23,026, the community is in a largely lower income area. It ...
Located at 1201 N Evergreen Rd, Evergreen Fountains Senior Living Community is a senior care facility serving Spokane, Washington. With an average per-household income of $45,625, the community is in a generally middle class area. It has a ...
12022 E Maxwell Ave
Spokane, WA 99206
Located at 12022 E Maxwell Ave, Valley Pines Retirement Home is a senior community in Spokane, Washington. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $52,962. With roughly 36,000 individuals living ...
318 W 33rd Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
Legacy Gardens of Spokane is a senior care facility situated in the Latah Valley neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. With an average household income of $63,513, the facility is in a mostly middle class area. It is densely populated, ...
3708 E 57th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
Situated within the Moran Prairie neighborhood, Avamere at South Hill is a senior care community in Spokane, Washington. The encompassing area has a dense population, with around 30,000 residents in the 99223 zip code. With an average family ...
9626 N Colfax Rd
Spokane, WA 99218
Located nearby the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood, Aspen Quality Care is a senior community serving Spokane, Washington. With an average household income of $57,574, the community is in a primarily middle class area. It has an average population density, with ...
312 W Hastings Rd
Spokane, WA 99218
Fairwood Northridge is a senior community located at 312 W Hastings Rd in Spokane, Washington. The surrounding area has an average population density, with about 17,000 individuals living in the 99218 zip code. It is a primarily middle ...
119 E High Dr
Spokane, WA 99203
Situated in the Comstock area of the city, The Open Door is a senior care community serving Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $63,513. With around 21,000 ...
13224 E Tall Tree Rd
Spokane, WA 99216
Located at 13224 E Tall Tree Rd, Tall Tree Terrace is a senior housing community serving Spokane, Washington. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with about 25,000 poeple living in the 99216 zip code. With an average family ...
101 E Hawthorne Rd
Spokane, WA 99218
Rockwood At Hawthorne is a senior housing community located near by the Five Mile-Prairie area of Spokane, Washington. The surrounding area has a medium-density population, with approximately 17,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 99218. It is ...
1616 East 30th Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
Located within the Rockwood area of the city, Harvard Park is a senior community serving Spokane, Washington. The neighboring area is densely populated, with about 21,000 people residing in the zip code of 99203. It is a generally ...
5910 W Red Cloud Ct
Spokane, WA 99208
Located within the North Indian Trail area of the city, Vesta Adult Family Home is a residential care facility in Spokane, Washington. With around 50,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 99208, the neighboring area has a dense ...
5410 W Princeton Pl
Spokane, WA 99205
Princeton Place Adult Family Home is a care home situated within the Northwest area of Spokane, Washington. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with approximately 43,000 poeple living in the 99205 zip code. With a median per-family income ...
2620 S Grape Tree Dr
Spokane, WA 99203
Located at 2620 S Grape Tree Dr in Spokane, Washington, Touchmark On South Hill is a senior housing community serving residents over the age of 55. The encompassing area has a dense population, with about 21,000 residents in the ...
1616 E 30th Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
Situated in the Rockwood neighborhood, Harvard Park is a senior community in Spokane, Washington. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with roughly 21,000 individuals living in the zip code of 99203. With a median per-household income of $63,513, ...
520 East Holland Ave
Spokane, WA 99218
Fairwinds - Spokane is a senior housing facility situated near by the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The community is in a predominantly middle class area, with an average per-family income of $57,574. It has a medium-density population, ...
1216 N Superior St
Spokane, WA 99202
The Academy, A Merrill Gardens Community is a senior community located in the Logan area of Spokane, Washington. With approximately 23,000 people residing in the 99202 zip code, the surrounding area is heavily populated. It is a mostly ...
601 South Park Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
Brookdale Park Place is situated close to the Chief Garry Park area of Spokane, Washington. It is a senior housing facility serving individuals over 55. With an average per-household income of $47,842, the community is in a mostly ...
3708 East 57th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
Brookdale South Hill is situated within the Moran Prairie area of Spokane, Washington. It is a senior housing community for people over 55. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median per-household income of ...
1110 E Westview Ct
Spokane, WA 99218
Brookdale North Spokane is a senior care facility for individuals over 55. It is situated nearby the Nevada-Lidgerwood neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. With about 17,000 residents in the zip code of 99218, the encompassing area has an average ...
9706 E Morgan Rd
Spokane, WA 99217
Lena's Gentle Care Assisted Living is a residential care facility located at 9706 E Morgan Rd in Spokane, Washington. With around 18,000 individuals residing in the 99217 zip code, the surrounding area has an average population density. It ...
12608 N Ruby Rd
Spokane, WA 99218
Located at 12608 N Ruby Rd, Stonewall Residential Care at Ruby Court is a senior community in Spokane, Washington. With around 17,000 people residing in the 99218 zip code, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. It is ...
643 S Arthur St
Spokane, WA 99202
Situated within the East Central neighborhood, Arthur Arms II is a senior care community serving Spokane, Washington. The neighboring area is densely populated, with roughly 23,000 poeple living in the zip code of 99202. It is a predominantly ...
3614 E 27th Ave
Spokane, WA 99223
Serenity Rose is a senior housing community located in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood of Spokane, Washington. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with an average household income of $62,106. It is heavily populated, with around ...
4217 N Maringo Dr
Spokane, WA 99212
Situated near the Chief Garry Park neighborhood, Angels Landing North is a senior housing facility in Spokane, Washington. With a median family income of $47,842, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It has an average ...
12321 N Helena Ct
Spokane, WA 99218
Located at 12321 N Helena Ct, Northwood Meadows is a senior housing community in Spokane, Washington. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with a median family income of $57,574. With around 17,000 people residing in ...
1809 E Center Rd
Spokane, WA 99208
New Hope Outreach is a senior care facility located at 1809 E Center Rd in Spokane, Washington. The facility is in a generally middle income area, with an average per-household income of $58,998. It has a dense population, ...
11011 E 6th Ave
Spokane, WA 99206
Located at 11011 E 6th Ave, Angel of Grace is a senior care community serving Spokane, Washington. With an average household income of $52,962, the community is in a primarily middle income area. It has a dense population, ...
5120 S Bernhill Ct
Spokane, WA 99206
Ponderosa Care Center is a senior housing facility located at 5120 S Bernhill Ct in Spokane, Washington. The community is in a generally middle income area, with an average household income of $52,962. With around 36,000 poeple living ...
4722 S Tipaway St
Spokane, WA 99206
Armstrong Adult Family Home Care is a residential care facility located at 4722 S Tipaway St in Spokane, Washington. With approximately 36,000 individuals living in the zip code of 99206, the encompassing area is densely populated. It is ...
11120 E 20th Ave
Spokane, WA 99206
Located at 11120 E 20th Ave in Spokane, Washington, Haynes Adult Family Home is a 6 bed residential care facility. With an average household income of $52,962, the community is in a mostly middle class area. It is ...
There are 102 assisted living communities in Spokane, with an average monthly cost of $5,381. That's higher than the Washington state rate of $4,742 and the national median of $4,459. Spokane is a little more expensive, but it offers a lively downtown area, light traffic and multiple activity options year-round.
This guide reviews cost insights, alternative care options and suggests resources that may make senior living more affordable.
The SeniorScore is an innovative, data-based index that represents over 100 factors that impact the suitability of an area for seniors. Spokane's SeniorScore is 73, which is 1 point above the national average and 5 points above the Washington state average. Spokane's highest category score, 70, is for Health and Safety, while the lowest category score of 56 is for Finances.
As with most areas in Washington state, the cost of living in Spokane is relatively high compared to the national average, despite the fact that there is no state income tax. Property and sales tax rates are notably high, as are assisted living, home health care and nursing home costs.
Spokane has a relatively dry climate, and that means the annual rainfall in the city is just 17 inches, which is well below the national average of 38 inches. The summers are warm and comfortable, while winters are cold, with average lows of 24 degrees in January and annual snowfall measuring about 44 inches.
Seniors in Spokane have plenty of options when it comes to recreation and leisure, There are 26 golf courses, 18 shopping centers and 39 public parks, including the vibrant Riverfront Park that offers seniors safe, level walking trails, ADA-compliant bathrooms and plenty of shady seating areas.
The city has a category score of 70 for Health and Safety, thanks to the notably high number of Medicare-registered physicians and high number of fire stations. Spokane has a number of hospitals and stand-alone emergency care centers including the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center.
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 Spokane and 60 other cities in Washington.
Spokane saw a hike in monthly assisted living costs from 2022 to 2023, with average rates rising around 10% from $4,912 to $5,381. That's similar to the U.S., where fees also rose by 10%. Spokane Valley, Walla Walla and Yakima saw similar price increases, while Washington's median spiked at a faster pace of around 14.5%.
Estimations based on current data suggest rates in Spokane may rise to $5,795 in 2024. Nationally, costs are expected to reach $4,802, while Washington's monthly prices could average $5,051. These changes emphasize the importance of financial planning to ensure seniors budget for higher costs.
Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
Spokane | $4,912 | $5,381 | $5,795 |
U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
Washington | $4,156 | $4,743 | $5,051 |
Spokane Valley | $4,954 | $5,428 | $5,846 |
Walla Walla | $5,058 | $5,541 | $5,967 |
Yakima | $2,604 | $2,853 | $3,072 |
Senior living costs in Spokane vary depending on the type of care. Independent living is a cost-effective option, at an average of $4,365 per month. Added support with daily tasks means assisted living communities charge more, at around $5,381. Seniors with dementia can expect to pay significantly higher rates for specialized programming available at memory care communities, costing $8,507 on average in Spokane. Seniors should consider their budget and care needs when making a decision.
Care Type | Cost |
Assisted Living | $5,381 |
Memory Care | $8,507 |
Independent Living | $4,365 |
Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington Seniors aged 60 and older can connect with local state and federally-funded services designed to help older adults stay as independent as possible through Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington, one of 13 Area Agencies on Aging in the state. The agency offers care coordination and provides referrals to local home, community-based and long-term care services. 1222 North Post Street, Spokane, WA 99201-2518 |
Spokane County Regional Veterans Service Center Spokane veterans, dependents and survivors can access free services and support through the County Veterans Service Center. Veteran Service Officers provide information about county, state and federal benefit programs and help vets with VA benefit applications and appeals. VSOs can also arrange for transportation to nearby VA medical centers, help vets obtain service records and facilitate burial at a VA cemetery. 1117 North Evergreen Road, Spokane, WA 99216 |
Corbin Senior Activity Center Seniors can join the Corbin Senior Activity Center, a private non-profit center that offers a variety of recreational, social, educational and wellness programs geared towards older adults. Activities include art classes, monthly chair massage sessions, guided fitness groups and drop-in billiards, Tai Chi and cribbage games. The $30 annual membership includes discounts at a number of local stores and restaurants. 827 West Cleveland Avenue, Spokane, WA 99205 |
Spokane Transit Seniors aged 65 and older and adults with a qualifying disability are eligible for a Spokane Transit Reduced Fare Photo ID Card, which entitles holders to a significant discount on public transit fares. All Spokane Transit buses are ADA accessible, and there is a paratransit shared ride service available for riders who cannot use the fixed-route service due to disability. 701 West Riverside Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201 |
Sito Center The Sito Center is a community center for older adults operated in partnership with Spokane’s Parks and Recreation Department. The wheelchair-accessible Center hosts a variety of free and low-cost programs designed to promote social connection, health and wellness. Weekly activities include bingo games, pinochle parties, and square dancing lessons, and hot lunches are served on weekdays. 1124 West Sinto Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201 |
Question
How much is assisted living in Washington?
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Assisted living in Washington costs about $142 per day (ranging from $33 to $300), $4,250 monthly (ranging from $1,000 to $9,000), and $51,000 annually (ranging from $12,000 to $108,000). By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 annually.
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How much do assisted living communities cost in Spokane?
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The minimum per-month cost for assisted living in Spokane, Washington is estimated at around $2,500 and can run as much as $6,250. The mean is roughly $4,000 per-month, with an annual cost of around $48,000.
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What services are offered with assisted living?
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The services offered in assisted living communities generally include housekeeping help, toileting assistance, help with dressing, hygiene assistance, and transportation assitance.
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Can I pay for assisted living in Spokane with Medicaid?
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These assisted living facilities in Spokane take Medicaid: Sullivan Park Care Center, Prestige Care and Rehabilitation - Pinewood Terrace, Alderwood Manor, ManorCare Health Services - Spokane, and Good Samaritan Society - Spokane Valley.
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What is the senior population of Spokane?
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While the surrounding metro area contains 490,176 people, there are 342,856 living in the city limits. The senior community currently composes approximately 26% of the overall population.
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