Assisted living provides seniors with personalized support and care while promoting their independence. It's for older adults who may need help with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and taking medication. The median monthly fee for assisted living in New York, NY, is $4,424, which is slightly below the national average of $4,459. Location is a determiner of cost. For example, the median monthly fee in Brooklyn is $3,388, while in Staten Island, it's $3,572.
AssistedLiving.org’s team of researchers spent dozens of hours researching the top assisted living communities in the New York area to allow seniors and their families to find the community that’s right for them. Click through the facilities listed below to read in-depth reviews, what residents are saying, and details such as base pricing, room types, and more.
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In order to find the top assisted living communities in the New York area, our team of researchers:
Sorted through 33 communities using our unique methodology
Spent over 15 hours researching assisted living communities in New York
Read more than 260 reviews left by residents and their family members
After filtering out facilities that didn’t meet our high standards, we were left with 10 assisted living communities that earned our seal of approval. Through this process we discovered that the average cost of assisted living in the city of New York is $5,991, which is considerably higher than the state average of $4,800 and also considerably higher than the national average of $4,300.
Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner
Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner
Jonathan Frank is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years experience working with the geriatric population in a variety of different settings. He received his Masters degree from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Gerontological Services. Additionally, he is a Certified Dementia Practitioner accredited by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Jonathan also has Bachelors degree in psychology and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician for 14 years. His passion lies with the elderly and ensuring they age with dignity.
Read on for in-depth information about the top assisted living facilities in New York, a brief dive into our methodology for determining the best assisted living communities, and a searchable directory of 33 communities in the New York area.
How to Pay for Assisted Living in New York, NY
Determining how to finance assisted living often starts with the question, “What’s the cost?” In today’s economy, where inflation plays a significant role, having current data is crucial for senior living financial planning. AssistedLiving.org has gathered cost information from its expansive network of over 75,000 senior living providers. This data offers a glimpse into the average expenses for assisted living in New York and 70 additional cities within New York.
How Inflation Has Impacted the Cost of Assisted Living in New York, NY
New York’s assisted living communities haven’t escaped inflation’s effects, forcing providers to raise fees by 10%, on average, between 2022 and 2023. This hike is comparable with the increase in the national average for the same period but significantly below New York State’s rise of 15%. NYC’s median fee increase is projected to be 8% by 2024, with the state increasing to 16%, highlighting the importance of planning for senior living.
2023 comparisons with other prominent New York cities reveal Buffalo is costlier at $4,698 monthly, while Rochester and Syracuse are more affordable at $2,091 and $4,087 per month, respectively.
Location
2022 Cost
(Historical)
2023 Cost
(Current)
2024 Cost
(Estimated)
New York
$4,038
$4,424
$4,764
U.S. Average
$4,070
$4,459
$4,802
New York
$4,091
$4,699
$5,431
Rochester
$1,909
$2,091
$2,252
Buffalo
$4,288
$4,698
$5,059
Syracuse
$3,730
$4,087
$4,401
Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in New York, NY
Many factors determine the cost of senior living in NYC, such as the staff-to-resident ratio and on-site offerings. Consequently, independent living is the most affordable option, at $2,676, as residents require low levels of supervision. As assisted living provides 24/7 care, the median fee rises to $4,424 per month to cover the facility’s additional costs. Fees rise further for memory care programs, to $5,393 per month, because residents require constant supervision from specially trained staff.
Care Type
Cost
Assisted Living
$4,424
Memory Care
$5,393
Independent Living
$2,676
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in New York, NY
Other Ways to Pay for Assisted Living in New York, NY
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in New York.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in New York, NY
Assisted Living Communities in New York are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined by the state. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
The Top Assisted Living Communities in the New York Area
Our Methodology
It’s not what we research, but the way we research that makes AssistedLiving.org stand out. We start by identifying problems and challenges in the senior care industry by gaining insight from conversations with industry professionals, older adults, and those that care for them. Next, our research team led by industry experts apply our data-driven research techniques to understand the magnitude of the challenge and how to overcome it. Finally, we present our findings in easy-to-understand guides and studies and share our actionable results with influencers and caregivers, as well as the general public.
Facility Features (40%)
Facility Health Services Graded on health services provided on the facility including, but not limited to, on-site nursing, pharmacy, skilled nursing, medicine administration, etc
Facility Amenities Graded on the available amenities.
Affordability Financial assistance acceptance and overall costs and value.
Residential Quality (40%)
Resident Satisfaction Polling & survey of overall facility satisfaction.
Facility Complaint and Violations Number of complaints and violations the facility had. Taking into account improvement over time.
Location-Based Benefits Including, but not limited to, proximity to hospitals, ambulance response times, senior resources available, and state and city financial assistance.
Location Quality Local crime rates, incidents against older adults, air quality, climate.
