Compare transparent, county-adjusted monthly rates for Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care, and 14,676 CMS-rated Nursing Homes across the United States.
State averages hide massive county-by-county differences. We combine federal housing, wage, and Medicare facility datasets to give families realistic budget expectations.
Read our full 2026 Data Methodology →County-level median rent and household income across 3,141 U.S. counties adjust local real estate and caregiver labor overhead.
Official bed capacity, ownership structure, and 5-star quality ratings for 14,676 certified nursing facilities.
Compare monthly care tiers against 2026 state Medicaid income caps ($2,901/mo) and local home equity.
Models eldercare inflation, home equity liquidation fees (7%), income offsets & Medicaid spend-down rules.
Compare two states side-by-side across all 5 care levels, Medicaid caps, and 5-year relocation savings.
Sort all 50 states & D.C. from most affordable to most expensive, including home care break-even hours.
Answer 5 clinical & daily-living questions to match the right care setting with your state's 2026 rates.
Live comparison from our 51-state database against the $6,200/mo U.S. median.
Every city page cross-references local U.S. Census ACS 5-Year economic records with nearby Medicare-certified providers so families can compare local options objectively.
Most families fund senior living through private savings, home sale proceeds, long-term care insurance, VA Aid & Attendance benefits, or state Medicaid waivers.
Select any of the 51 states and D.C. to explore city-by-city rates, county affordability data, and CMS facility star ratings.
Key answers on 2026 senior living pricing, Medicare coverage, and Medicaid rules.