New York City is the unofficial capital of the world. It’s home to the United Nations, the Stock Exchange, 8.2 million people and over 800 languages. Finding a New York City assisted living facility (ALF) may seem daunting in this global nucleus but with the right tools, you’ll have a solid foundation for your search.
Since it would be impossible to capture this nonpareil in so short an article, we’ll simply provide a few cost basics—a jumping off point—to get you oriented.
New York City consists of five boroughs—Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, State Island, and Queens.
Overall, the cost of living in New York City is 60% above the national average. For seniors, this number can vary widely depending on the borough you live in. Let’s look at New York City assisted living and a few other costs broken down by borough, as calculated by a recent Genworth Financial survey.
A one-bedroom in a Manhattan assisted living facility averages $4,500 a month while a private room in a nursing home averages $445 a day. The daily services of a home health aide average $45,760 a year based on a 44-hour workweek.
A one-bedroom in a Staten Island assisted living facility averages $2,250 a month while a private room in a nursing home averages $350 a day. The daily services of a home health aide average $539,468 a year based on a 44-hour workweek.
A one-bedroom in a Queens assisted living facility averages $3,550 a month while a private room in a nursing home averages $345 a day. The daily services of a home health aide average $37,066 a year based on a 44-hour workweek.
A one-bedroom in a Bronx assisted living facility averages $2,500 a month while a private room in a nursing home averages $328 a day. The daily services of a home health aide average $41,184 a year based on a 44-hour workweek.
A one-bedroom in a Brooklyn assisted living facility averages $3,775 a month while a private room in a nursing home averages $360 a day. The daily services of a home health aide average $38,896 a year based on a 44-hour workweek.
Before searching for New York City assisted living, try reading, “Finding the Best Assisted Living Community.” Additionally, read “Senior Living Communities” to see the differences in senior living options.
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