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The 2 Best Independent Living Communities in New Bern, NC

2 communities near New Bern, North Carolina

Truewood By Merrill, New Bern

2701 Amhurst Boulevard, New Bern, NC 28562Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living and assisted living from a family owned company that knows connection is everything. Choose from a variety of floor plans and enjoy scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing, and weekly housekeeping. Our dining program keeps up with your schedule, provid...

Mc Carthy Court

1321 & 1325 McCarthy Boulevard, New Bern, NC 28562Independent Living

McCarthy Court, located in the scenic town of New Bern, NC, is a luxuriously furnished independent living community. It offers roomy one and two-bedroom apartments, each designed to ensure residents feel comfortable and at home the minute they step through the door. This senior living community is home to 85 individual living suites, each one served by a team of caring, skilled, and compassionate ...

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Cost of independent living in New Bern area

According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $4,442 per month for independent living communities in New Bern. The national average for independent living costs in 2023 was $5,671. Overall, independent living costs in New Bern are 22% lower than the national average.

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The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Independent 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.

$4,442/mo

Beaufort

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$6,760/mo

Morehead City

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$4,442/mo

Kinston

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Cost of care trends and insights for New Bern, NC

How are Independent Living costs New Bern this year?

Independent Living prices have risen an average of 7.92% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, independent living in New Bern, NC is $4,442/mo.

Montly median cost for independent living, 1 bedroom: New Bern, NC (2023)

$4,442

+7.92% year over year

Get to know independent living in New Bern, NC

Number of independent living communities in New Bern, NC

Number of independent living communities in Craven County

Independent Living amenities in New Bern, NC

100% of these independent living offer resident-run activities

100% of these independent living offer fitness activities

100% of these independent living have walking paths

50% of these independent living are verified

50% of these independent living have a restaurant style

Average Seniorly Community Score in New Bern, NC

8.9

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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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Average Seniorly Community Score by city

8.4

Morehead City

1 independent living communities

Get to know New Bern area

Demographics

Total population: 29,895

40% of population is 50+ years old, 22% is 65+ years old

Median income: $47,403

The poverty rate is 7% higher for this region compared to the North Carolina state average, which is 13%

Diversity

31% of population identify themselves as Black, 7% as Asian, 9% as Hispanic, and 57% as White

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $948 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 1 park

Crime rate: 279 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 76 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 36.5 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 4.4 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0% of people are exposed to violations

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Compare independent living cost to nearby cities	Average monthly cost
New Bern	$3,678
Swansboro	$3,721
Washington	$4,458
Morehead City	$3,503
Kinston	$3,998
Jacksonville	$3,696
Beaufort	$4,138
Greenville	$4,670
Snow Hill	$3,943
La Grange	$2,498
Williamston	$4,113

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The 2 Best Independent Living Communities in New Bern, NC

Truewood By Merrill, New Bern

Mc Carthy Court

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Cost of independent living in New Bern area

Compare average cost of independent living in New Bern, NC with county, state and national averages

Compare average cost of independent living in New Bern, NC with nearby cities

Cost of care trends and insights for New Bern, NC

How are Independent Living costs New Bern this year?

Get to know independent living in New Bern, NC

Independent Living amenities in New Bern, NC

Average Seniorly Community Score in New Bern, NC

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Get to know New Bern area

Demographics

Total population: 29,895

Median income: $47,403

Diversity

Neighborhood

Average housing cost: $948 per month

Nearby access to 1 grocery store and farmers market

Nearby access to 1 park

Crime rate: 279 crimes per 10,000 people

Health

Life expectancy: 76 years old

Preventable hospitalizations: 36.5 per 1,000 patients

Regional air quality: 4.4 unhealthy air quality days per year

Drinking water quality: 0% of people are exposed to violations

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