Tucson, AZ, offers an incredible range of 274 assisted living communities that make it an attractive place to retire in the Southwest. Situated between Saguaro National Parks, this city—sometimes known as “The Old Pueblo”—delivers a captivating and rejuvenating blend of desert nature and cactus-country history.
Beyond being a welcoming spot to relax, seniors can select from communities in neighborhoods such as Casas Adobes, Shadow Hills, Rillito Park, Quail Canyon, The Garden District, and Broadway Pantano East. Many of these neighborhoods are near essential resources—such as the Tucson International Airport and top medical providers like Banner - University Medical Center Tucson.
These residences have a range of ratings, providing all the staples of high-quality senior care—such as round-the-clock nursing services, daily living assistance, nutritious meals, and outdoor recreation. Tucson is also home to many luxury assisted living communities, such as those that provide two bedroom units or pet friendly options.
The average cost of assisting living in Tucson is $4,418, which is affordable when compared against the national trends. Use our Seniorly Price Estimate to get a closer look at the cost of new construction facilities or measure against options in surrounding cities—such as Green Valley, Marana, and Sahuarita. Our Seniorly local advisors—including Allison Carman and Jim Humphrey—are also standing by to help with your search.
According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $5,743 per month for assisted living communities in Tucson. The national average for assisted living costs in 2023 was $5,844. Overall, assisted living costs in Tucson are 2% lower than the national average.
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.
Assisted Living prices have risen an average of 4.38% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, assisted living in Tucson, AZ is $5,743/mo.
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Compare assisted living cost to nearby cities | Average monthly cost |
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Tucson | $3,627 |
Sahuarita | $3,904 |
Marana | $3,744 |
Green Valley | $4,056 |
Nogales | $3,534 |
Sierra Vista | $3,562 |
Eleven Mile Corner | $3,701 |
Casa Grande | $4,094 |
San Tan Valley | $3,880 |
Hereford | $4,090 |
Chandler Hts | $3,876 |