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Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Marcos, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the San Marcos, CA area.

We found 67 communities near San Marcos, CA
Heart 2 Heart Caregivers

Heart 2 Heart Caregivers

3105 Twin Oaks Valley Road 107-243, San Marcos, CA 92078 (1.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community

768 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069 (1.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
of 5
Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA

Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA

100 E. San Marcos Blvd. Suite 400, San Marcos, CA 92069 (2 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Rose Garden

Rose Garden

1266 Pleiades Drive, Vista, CA 92084 (2.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
of 5
Villa Monticello Assisted Living

Villa Monticello Assisted Living

25695 N Center City Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026 (2.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Vista Gardens

Vista Gardens

1863 Devon Pl, Vista, CA 92084 (3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Summer Hill Rest Home II

Summer Hill Rest Home II

558 Similax Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 (3.3 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
of 5
Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes

Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes

736 Center Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069 (3.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living
of 5
Champine Manor

Champine Manor

1725 Tobacco Rd., Escondido, CA 92026 (3.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC

Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC

247 Presley Place, Vista, CA 92083 (3.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
of 5
Silverado Senior Living - Escondido

Silverado Senior Living - Escondido

1500 Borden Road, Escondido, CA 92026 (3.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos

Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos

1550 Security Pl, San Marcos, CA 92078 (4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Brookdale San Marcos

Brookdale San Marcos

1590 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, CA 92078 (4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Hilltop Country Estate

Hilltop Country Estate

28661 Meadow Glen Way W, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Blue Skies of San Marcos

Blue Skies of San Marcos

1119 Via Vera Cruz, San Marcos, CA 92078 (4.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Angel's Touch

Angel's Touch

138 Bellerive Dr., Vista, CA 92084 (4.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
of 5
Las Villas Del Norte

Las Villas Del Norte

1325 Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Gardens at Escondido

Gardens at Escondido

1342 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Cypress Court

Cypress Court

1255 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026 (4.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos

Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos

1502 Circa Del Lago, San Marcos, CA 92078 (4.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
BrightStar Care of Escondido and San Marcos

BrightStar Care of Escondido and San Marcos

504 West Mission Avenue Suite 206, Escondido, CA 92025 (4.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Pacifica Senior Living Vista

Pacifica Senior Living Vista

760 E. Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084 (5.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Aegis at Shadowridge

Aegis at Shadowridge

1440 South Melrose Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (5.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Right at Home

Right at Home

410 S Melrose Dr, Ste 101, Vista, CA 92081 (5.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Our Family Care Home

Our Family Care Home

810 Centennial Drive, Vista, CA 92081 (5.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
of 5
  • Heart 2 Heart Caregivers
  • Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
  • Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA
  • Rose Garden
  • Villa Monticello Assisted Living
  • Vista Gardens
  • Summer Hill Rest Home II
  • Overture of San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes
  • Champine Manor
  • Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC
  • Silverado Senior Living - Escondido
  • Silvergate Retirement Residence - San Marcos
  • Brookdale San Marcos
  • Hilltop Country Estate
  • Blue Skies of San Marcos
  • Angel's Touch
  • Las Villas Del Norte
  • Gardens at Escondido
  • Cypress Court
  • Catered Living at Chateau Lake San Marcos
  • BrightStar Care of Escondido and San Marcos
  • Pacifica Senior Living Vista
  • Aegis at Shadowridge
  • Right at Home
  • Our Family Care Home

Senior Living Statistics for San Marcos, California

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in San Marcos varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in San Marcos
Assisted Living $4,869
Memory Care $6,220
Independent Living $5,184
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,500
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,643
Nursing Home: Studio $5,226
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,787
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,689
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $8,576

Cost of Living in San Marcos


In 2024, the cost of living in San Marcos 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
San Marcos $4,869
Murrieta $3,486
French Valley $3,249

Here is how the cost of living in San Marcos compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Cost
San Marcos $4,869
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in San Marcos


Number of senior living facilities in:

San Marcos

9

Surrounding Area

188

California

2079

San Marcos Demographics


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

Population:

San Marcos has a population of 46,648.
  • 49.7% Male
  • 50.3% Female

Marital Status:

  • 48.2% Married
  • 9.3% Divorced
  • 36.7% Never Married
  • 5.8% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 30.7% of the population.
  • 13.1% in their 50s
  • 8.4% in their 60s
  • 5.9% in their 70s
  • 3.3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 57.4% White
  • 2% Black
  • 10.9% Asian
  • 1% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 13.8% Identifying as Other
  • 14.9% Mixed Race
  • 45.9% Hispanic

Cities Near San Marcos

Not set on San Marcos? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
San Diego $4,570
Escondido $4,676
Carlsbad $4,856
Oceanside $4,552
Vista $4,689
City Average Cost
Chula Vista $4,363
La Mesa $4,711
Encinitas $4,726
Poway $4,577
El Cajon $4,502
City Average Cost
Lemon Grove $4,579
Fallbrook $4,318
San Clemente $4,325

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.