Assisted Living in Tuscaloosa, AL

Last updated March 01, 2025

The average cost of assisted living living in the Tuscaloosa area is $3,010, and the communities in the Tuscaloosa area have a average rating of 9.1 out of 10. Seniorly also uses Seniorly Price Estimate for cost comparisons with nearby cities, and even highlights new construction facilities for those seeking modern amenities. Families can look at 45 photos, 219 ratings and reviews, and 1 prices in the Tuscaloosa area to get a sense of assisted living in the area. Not to be confused with nursing homes, which offer medical care, assisted living provides daily help with activities of daily living like dressing or bathing. And with services catering to all care levels, many facilities enable residents to age in place, whether it's a 1 bedroom or 2 bedroom option. For personalized assistance, Seniorly local advisors Barry Peoples and Linda Needham are available to help with your search.

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Compare average cost of assisted living in Tuscaloosa, AL area with nearby cities

The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for assisted living of nearby cities. Keep in mind that these figures are an average, and that the numbers used to calculate it spanned a wide range. In fact, Seniorly data suggests that most families will underestimate their monthly budget by almost 20%, meaning that once inclusions and services are factored in, they can actually afford more than they originally thought.

$2,988/mo

Northport

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$3,538/mo

Mc Calla

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$4,167/mo

Bessemer

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$3,641/mo

Pleasant Grove

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$3,126/mo

Jasper

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$3,494/mo

Birmingham

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Assisted Living amenities in Tuscaloosa area

100% of these assisted living have walking paths

66% of these assisted living offer resident-run activities

44% of these assisted living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in Tuscaloosa

5.6

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Seniorly Community Score

What is Seniorly Community Score?

The Seniorly Community Score is a comprehensive and unbiased rating system that takes into account multiple factors crucial to senior living quality. We've meticulously analyzed thousands of senior living communities across the country to create an innovative and accurate assessment of each community's strengths and offerings. The Seniorly Community Score employs a user-friendly scale from 1 to 10, with 10 signifying an exceptional senior living community and 1 representing the lower end of quality, ensuring an easy-to-understand and transparent evaluation for families.

Get to know Tuscaloosa area

Total population: 99,390

26% of population is 50+ years old, 11% is 65+ years old

Median income: $52,069

The poverty rate is 11% higher for this region compared to the Alabama state average, which is 15%

Diversity

3% Asian, 4% Hispanic, and 53% White of population

Explore other types of communities in Tuscaloosa, AL

Independent Living

For active older adults who want to downsize to a home in a retirement community but don't need help to live independently.

Memory Care

A supervised and secured community designed to support engagement and quality of life for residents living with dementia.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

For residents who want to age in place as their care needs change—from Independent Living to nursing care. Requires a buy-in fee.

Nursing Homes

For seniors with more serious medical needs who require skilled care following a hospitalization, illness, or surgery. Nursing Homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities.

Board and Care Home

Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.