Nestled beneath the iconic Chicago skyline lies a haven for fulfilling senior living. From the renowned museums of Millennium Park to the Chicago Riverwalk, this city boasts a vibrant mix of cultural experiences and green spaces.
Our team of Chicago senior living specialists has meticulously researched the city's offerings. Discover a spectrum of communities catering to every preference, from independent living with resort-style amenities close to the city's vibrant core, to assisted living facilities offering personalized care and support throughout the greater Chicago area. Look for our Verified badge and make sure to pay attention to the Seniorly Score, our proprietary system designed to guide you towards the right community in the Windy City. Chicago, Illinois has a total of 32 assisted living facilities. Of these, 9 are large communities, 21 are medium-sized, and 2 are small. Seniorly Local Advisors are available for consultation in this area.
The top-rated assisted living communities in Chicago, Illinois include Belmont Village Senior Living Lincoln Park, Sunrise Of Lincoln Park, and Brookdale Lake View. These ratings are based on a comprehensive analysis of tours, moves, photos, reviews, price data points, and proximity to medical and health support. Out of 32 communities in the area, 20 have been rated above 8. This information is aimed to provide confidence to prospective residents in their search for the best assisted living community.
After analyzing 1167 reviews and 29 price points, Brookdale Lake View and Brookdale Lake Shore Drive emerged as the best value assisted living communities in Chicago, Illinois. These communities are highly rated but offer a lower cost of care.
Chicago, Illinois hosts two luxury assisted living communities, Belmont Village Senior Living Lincoln Park and Clarendale Six Corners. These communities provide premium senior living experiences, featuring modern design, high-end finishes, gourmet meals, and wine tastings. Residents receive personalized, concierge-level service daily.
Seniorly's local advisors, who are senior living experts in Chicago, Illinois, have recommended Artis Senior Living of Lakeview out of the 32 assisted living communities in the area.
According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $5,425 per month for assisted living communities in Chicago. The national average for assisted living costs in 2023 was $5,844. Overall, assisted living costs in Chicago are 7% 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 fallen an average of 7.25% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent decrease, according to our proprietary data. On average, assisted living in Chicago, IL is $5,425/mo.
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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.
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Compare assisted living cost to nearby cities | Average monthly cost |
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Chicago | $4,701 |
Glenview Nas | $4,914 |
Oak Park | $4,843 |
Berwyn | $4,145 |
Elmwood Park | $4,371 |
Melrose Park | $4,135 |
Evanston | $4,925 |
Skokie | $4,807 |
La Grange Park | $4,586 |
Oak Lawn | $4,395 |
Bridgeview | $4,500 |