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Atria Forest Lake
4405 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206Assisted LivingMemory CareNo description available
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Palmettos Of Parklane
7811 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223Assisted LivingMemory CareThe Palmettos of Parklane provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in a modern senior living community in Columbia, SC. The cost of a one-bedroom residence at this property is about $3,800 a month, which is on par with the $3,808 average for the region. All residents of this senior living community benefit from a secure environment, restaurant-quality dining, wee...
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Colonial Gardens Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living
3565 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC 29169Assisted LivingMemory CareColonial Gardens is a memory care and transitional assisted living facility committed to their community, their residents, and their families. This retirement community is located in West Columbia, South Carolina, a city is known for its friendly, welcoming, and affordable options. Situated along eight miles of the beautiful lower Saluda and Congaree Rivers, your loved one will be surrounded by na...
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Fairforest Grove Senior Living
120 Fairforest Road, Columbia, SC 29212Assisted LivingMemory CareNo description available
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Carolina Gardens At Harbison
990 Columbia Avenue, Irmo, SC 29063Assisted LivingMemory CareNo description available
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2705 Leaphart Road, West Columbia, SC 29169Assisted LivingMemory CareNo description available
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Twilite Manor Adult Residential Care
2306 Forrest Street, Cayce, SC 29033Assisted LivingMemory CareNo description available
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Cost of memory care in Columbia area
According to Seniorly’s 2023-2024 pricing data, families are paying an average of $5,015 per month for memory care communities in Columbia. The national average for memory care costs in 2023 was $6,348. Overall, memory care costs in Columbia are 21% lower than the national average.
Compare average cost of memory care in Columbia, SC with county, state and national averages
Compare average cost of memory care in Columbia, SC with nearby cities
The figures below show the average monthly starting costs for Memory Care 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.
$6,198/mo
Camden
$5,503/mo
Elgin
$7,188/mo
Lexington
$5,350/mo
West Columbia
$5,095/mo
Newberry
Cost of care trends and insights for Columbia, SC
How are Memory Care costs Columbia this year?
Memory Care prices have risen an average of 1.54% a year since last year. Below is the median cost each year and its percent increase, according to our proprietary data. On average, memory care in Columbia, SC is $5,015/mo.
Montly median cost for memory care, 1 bedroom: Columbia, SC (2023)
$5,015
+1.54% year over year
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Get to know memory care in Columbia, SC
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Number of memory care communities in Columbia, SC
12
Number of memory care communities in Richland County
Memory Care amenities in Columbia, SC
40% of these memory care offer resident-run activities
40% of these memory care have walking paths
Average Seniorly Community Score in Columbia, SC
7.2
Very good
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.
Compare average Seniorly Community Score of memory care communities by city
Average Seniorly Community Score by city
5.1
Camden
1 memory care communities
6.2
Elgin
2 memory care communities
8.3
Lexington
2 memory care communities
7.5
West Columbia
2 memory care communities
Explore other types of communities in Columbia, South Carolina
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.
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.
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.
Assisted Living
For seniors who need some help with daily activities and want a supportive community that’s active, social, and engaging.
Board and Care Home
Homes in residential neighborhoods that are equipped and staffed to provide daily care for a small number of residents.
Compare Columbia area average monthly costs for Memory Care
| Compare memory care cost to nearby cities | Average monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Columbia | $3,454 |
| West Columbia | $3,410 |
| Irmo | $3,564 |
| Hopkins | $3,816 |
| Lexington | $3,397 |
| Blythewood | $3,909 |
| Elgin | $4,081 |
| Chapin | $3,813 |
| Ridgeway | $3,680 |
| Camden | $4,328 |
| Orangeburg | $4,253 |
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