Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Maria, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Santa Maria, CA area.

5 Communities were found near Santa Maria, CA
Villa del Sol

Villa del Sol

1311 W Battles Road, Santa Maria, CA 93458 (0.7 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Santa Maria Terrace
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Santa Maria Terrace

1405 E Main St, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (2.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
Our Rating:
of 5
7.9

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

1220 Suey Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.9
AAA Kindness Care Home II
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

AAA Kindness Care Home II

3811 Dominion Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
The Oaks at Nipomo
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Oaks at Nipomo

177 Mary Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Map of Assisted Living in Santa Maria

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Villa del Sol
  • Santa Maria Terrace
  • Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
  • AAA Kindness Care Home II
  • The Oaks at Nipomo

Senior Living Statistics for Santa Maria, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


The cost of senior housing in Santa Maria varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care. The following is the average monthly cost of senior housing based on data from 2023-2024.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $3,312
Memory Care $4,241
Independent Living $3,392
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,594
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,060
Nursing Home: Studio $4,570
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,348
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $4,200
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Maria


The following is the average monthly cost of assisted living in Santa Maria based on 2024 data.
City Average Monthly Cost
Santa Maria $3,312
Betteravia $3,309
Rosemary $3,312

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Santa Maria compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Santa Maria $3,312
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Santa Maria


Number of senior living facilities in:
4

Santa Maria

14

Surrounding Area

1923

California

Santa Maria Senior Demographics


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

Population

Santa Maria has a population of 109,543.
  • 49.9% Male
  • 50.1% Female

Marital Status

  • 42.7% Married
  • 10.6% Divorced
  • 42.1% Never Married
  • 4.6% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 24.5% of the population.
  • 10% in their 50s
  • 6.6% in their 60s
  • 4.7% in their 70s
  • 3.2% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 50.1% White
  • 1.3% Black
  • 4.7% Asian
  • 2% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 13.4% Identifying as Other
  • 28.5% Mixed Race
  • 77.8% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Santa Maria

Not set on assisted living in Santa Maria? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
San Luis Obispo $4,090
Atascadero $4,404

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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.

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.

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.

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.