Cost of Senior Living Calculator

Can moving to a senior living community save you money? Use this calculator to find out!

To help you weigh the cost of senior living versus living at home, we created a calculator you can use to find the answer that’s right for you. Follow the steps below to evaluate the costs associated with your lifestyle and care needs.

Step 1

Select your nearest location.

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Select how much assistance you will need, if any.

If you’re not sure that’s OK. We’re happy to help! This quick online assessment can help you find the perfect fit. Click here to get started!

Please select how much assistance you think you will need.

If a spouse or partner would be moving with you, please select how much assistance you think they will need.

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Enter your monthly at-home expenses.

Enter your monthly at-home expenses in the left column. Senior living costs will display after hitting the “Calculate” button. (If you are planning on moving with a spouse or partner, please enter your combined expenses.)

Mortgage or Rent Payment

Include only mortgage or rent payment. Other related bills, such as insurance and HOA fees, will be included in a later section.

Utilities

Include all utility bills, including gas, electricity, and water, as well as phone, sewage, trash, and recycling.

Homeowner’s or Renter’s Insurance

Include the monthly cost of homeowner’s or renter’s insurance.

Property Taxes and HOA Fees

Include monthly property taxes and homeowner association (HOA) fees.

Entertainment, Activities and Food

Include the average monthly costs of Wi-Fi, cable, streaming services, social clubs, sports teams, classes, groceries, dining out, delivery services, and so on.

Yard Care and Related Services

If not already included in your HOA costs, include the costs of lawn mowing, landscaping, snow removal, and any related services.

Pool or Hot Tub Care

If applicable, include the cost of routine maintenance and materials.

Annual Home Maintenance

Include annual maintenance costs for major systems and appliances, as well as the annual cost of home repairs.

Housekeeping

If applicable, include the cost of house cleaning, linen and laundry services.

Security System

Include up-front costs, such as the installation and activation of alarm equipment, as well as the average cost of monitoring services.

Gym or Health Club Membership

Include monthly or annual expenses for gym or health club memberships.

Transportation

Low cost transportation is available in our communities. Include current costs for your vehicle including insurance, car payments, maintenance, gas, repairs, and public transportation costs.

Current or Anticipated Home Care Costs

Include the costs of home care provided by nursing assistants, physical and occupational therapists, or other medical providers.

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