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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ames, IA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Ames, IA area.

We found 6 communities near Ames, IA
Vintage Cooperative of Ames

Vintage Cooperative of Ames

5900 Hyde Ave, Ames, IA 50010 (2.7 mi from city center)
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Bickford of Ames

Bickford of Ames

2418 Kent Ave, Ames, IA 50010 (2.8 mi from city center)
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Green Hills Health Care Center

Green Hills Health Care Center

2210 Hamilton Dr, Ames, IA 50014 (3.7 mi from city center)
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The Rose of Ames

The Rose of Ames

1315 Coconino Road, Ames, IA 50014 (4.8 mi from city center)
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Independence Village of Ames

Independence Village of Ames

1325 Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014 (4.9 mi from city center)
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Windsor Manor Nevada

Windsor Manor Nevada

1642 South G Avenue, Nevada, IA 50201 (7.9 mi from city center)
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  • Vintage Cooperative of Ames
  • Bickford of Ames
  • Green Hills Health Care Center
  • The Rose of Ames
  • Independence Village of Ames
  • Windsor Manor Nevada

Senior Living Statistics for Ames, Iowa

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Ames varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Ames
Assisted Living $4,710
Memory Care $4,710
Independent Living $3,634
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,478
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,885
Nursing Home: Studio $5,673
Nursing Home: One Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Ames


In 2024, the cost of living in Ames 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
Ames $4,710
Maxwell $4,146
Kelley $4,245

Here is how the cost of living in Ames compares to Iowa and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Ames $4,710
Iowa $4,268
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Ames


Number of senior living facilities in:

Ames

5

Surrounding Area

8

Iowa

230

Ames Demographics


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

Population:

Ames has a population of 33,397.
  • 51.7% Male
  • 48.3% Female

Marital Status:

  • 38.1% Married
  • 7.5% Divorced
  • 51.1% Never Married
  • 3.3% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 27.3% of the population.
  • 8.3% in their 50s
  • 9.1% in their 60s
  • 6.2% in their 70s
  • 3.7% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 80.1% White
  • 3.4% Black
  • 10.2% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 1.5% Identifying as Other
  • 4.6% Mixed Race
  • 4.4% 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.