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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Smith, AR

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Fort Smith, AR area.

We found 5 communities near Fort Smith, AR
1 Source Senior Care - Fort Smith, AR

1 Source Senior Care - Fort Smith, AR

1513 Jenny Lind, Fort Smith, AR 72901 (0.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
PRN Medical Staffing

PRN Medical Staffing

4500 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901 (1.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Brookdale Fort Smith

Brookdale Fort Smith

5501 Duncan Road, Fort Smith, AR 72903 (2.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Morada Fort Smith

Morada Fort Smith

8420 Phoenix Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903 (4.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
of 5
Brookfield Fort Smith

Brookfield Fort Smith

2300 Fianna Oaks Dr, Fort Smith, AR 72908 (4.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
  • 1 Source Senior Care - Fort Smith, AR
  • PRN Medical Staffing
  • Brookdale Fort Smith
  • Morada Fort Smith
  • Brookfield Fort Smith

Senior Living Statistics for Fort Smith, Arkansas

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Fort Smith varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Fort Smith
Assisted Living $3,793
Memory Care $3,793
Independent Living $2,975
Nursing Home: Private Room $3,725
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,840
Nursing Home: Studio $3,312
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $4,163
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Fort Smith


In 2024, the cost of living in Fort Smith includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Fort Smith $3,793
Booneville $3,337
Greenwood $3,218

Here is how the cost of living in Fort Smith compares to Arkansas and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Fort Smith $3,793
Arkansas $4,039
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Fort Smith


Number of senior living facilities in:

Fort Smith

5

Surrounding Area

5

Arkansas

98

Fort Smith Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Fort Smith, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Fort Smith has a population of 20,783.
  • 53% Male
  • 47% Female

Marital Status:

  • 37.6% Married
  • 20.8% Divorced
  • 35% Never Married
  • 6.7% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 33.5% of the population.
  • 12.8% in their 50s
  • 12.3% in their 60s
  • 5.2% in their 70s
  • 3.2% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 64.2% White
  • 9.7% Black
  • 2.5% Asian
  • 1% Native
  • 0.7% Pacific
  • 12.1% Identifying as Other
  • 9.8% Mixed Race
  • 17.3% Hispanic

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.