The Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portland, OR

COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Portland

For assisted living communities, COVID-19 rules and regulations are typically set at the state level. You can view specific rules on our guide to assisted living in OR. These rules change often, and many communities have policies in place that go above and beyond what’s required by the state, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more.

How to Pay for Assisted Living in Portland

Here is a breakdown that compares Portland assisted living’s average monthly price of $4,975 with the state, the U.S. and other cities in Oregon.

Assisted Living in Portland vs. Nearby Cities

The average price of assisted living care in Portland ($4,975) is cheaper than the state average of $5,045 but more expensive than the national average of $4,500. However, the cities of Salem and Eugene, to the south of Portland, have much higher assisted living costs of $5,500 and $5,600 per month, respectively. Further south, the cities of Corvallis and Bend cost a fair bit less than Portland.

• Portland: $4,975
• Oregon: $5,045
• United States: $4,500
• Salem: $5,500
• Eugene: $5,623
• Corvallis: $4,485
• Bend: $4,835
• Grant’s Pass: $5,570

Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in Portland, Oregon

Compared to other types of care in Portland, assisted living is moderately priced. For example, according to Genworth data, homemaker and home health aide services cost an average of $7,146 per month because they involve personalized in-home care to their clients. Nursing home facilities cost $10,661 for a semiprivate room due to their intensive level of 24-hour medical support and skilled nursing staff. Adult day care, which provides caregivers with a daily break from their elder supervision responsibilities, is less expensive, with an average monthly cost of $2,708 per month.

• Homemaker Services: $7,146
• Home Health Aide Services: $7,146
• Adult Day Health Care: $2,708
• Assisted Living Facility Care: $4,975
• Nursing Home Care (semiprivate ): $10,661

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Portland