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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ankeny, IA

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

In Ankeny, Iowa, seniors represent approximately 24.9% of the population, suggesting a well-established focus on senior services within the community. The city offers nine senior living facilities, providing a mix of assisted living, independent living, and memory care to cater to varying needs. With an average assisted living cost of $4,451 per month, Ankeny presents a compelling option for quality care. Navigating the senior living landscape can be challenging, but this guide will help you explore some of the top assisted living options in Ankeny. Our aim is to ensure you find a place where your loved one can thrive with the right balance of comfort, care, and community.

26 Communities were found near Ankeny, IA
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The Suites of Ankeny
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of 5
7

The Suites of Ankeny

420 NW Ash Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023 (0.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Care By April
Our Rating:
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7

Care By April

801 SE Innsbruck Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021 (0.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
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7
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Independence Village of Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Independence Village of Ankeny

1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (1.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.5
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A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA

2301 West First Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (1.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9.5
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The Bridges at Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

The Bridges at Ankeny

3510 NW Abilene Road, Ankeny, IA 50023 (1.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
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9.5
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Attivo Trail Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Attivo Trail Ankeny

1010 SW Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023 (1.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
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8
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Edencrest at Siena Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
7.9

Edencrest at Siena Hills

455 SW Ankeny Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023 (1.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.9
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Connect55 Plus Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Connect55 Plus Ankeny

1225 SW. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (2.1 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
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7.5
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Rock Creek Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (2.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.2
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Home Care Assistance Des Moines
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Home Care Assistance Des Moines

9250 University Ave, Ste 116, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (6.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9.2
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Bishop Drumm Retirement Center

5837 Winwood Dr, Johnston, IA 50131 (6.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.2
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Meadowview of Johnston
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9.6

Meadowview of Johnston

5555 Pioneer Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131 (6.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.6
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Edencrest at Green Meadows
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5.3

Edencrest at Green Meadows

6750 Corporate Drive, Johnston, IA 50131 (7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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5.3
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Bickford of Urbandale
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6

Bickford of Urbandale

5915 Sutton Place, Urbandale, IA 50322 (7.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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6
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Holiday Beaverdale Estates
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6

Holiday Beaverdale Estates

4610 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310 (8 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
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6
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Edencrest at Beaverdale
Our Rating:
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7.9

Edencrest at Beaverdale

3410 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 (8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.9
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Beaver and Adams
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Beaver and Adams

2929 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 (8.2 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
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7.5
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Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing

601 Hawthorne Crossing Drive SE, Bondurant, IA 50035 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.5
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AmeriCare Alliance Central
Our Rating:
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7.5

AmeriCare Alliance Central

4615 Beaver Crest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310 (8.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
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7.5
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Ramsey Village
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Ramsey Village

1611 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310 (8.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.5
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The Rose of East Des Moines
Our Rating:
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7.5

The Rose of East Des Moines

1331 Idaho Street, Des Moines, IA 50316 (8.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.5
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Vintage Cooperative of Altoona
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Vintage Cooperative of Altoona

1427 34th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009 (8.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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9.5
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Copper Shores Village
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Copper Shores Village

1500 Edgewater Drive, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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9.1
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Senior Helpers - Urbandale, IA
Our Rating:
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9.1

Senior Helpers - Urbandale, IA

2951 86th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322 (9.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9.1
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Holiday Illahee Hills
Our Rating:
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9.6

Holiday Illahee Hills

8308 Colby Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50322 (9.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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9.6
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Map of Assisted Living in Ankeny

Find the right senior living community by location
  • The Suites of Ankeny
  • Care By April
  • Independence Village of Ankeny
  • A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA
  • The Bridges at Ankeny
  • Attivo Trail Ankeny
  • Edencrest at Siena Hills
  • Connect55 Plus Ankeny
  • Rock Creek Senior Living
  • Home Care Assistance Des Moines
  • Bishop Drumm Retirement Center
  • Meadowview of Johnston
  • Edencrest at Green Meadows
  • Bickford of Urbandale
  • Holiday Beaverdale Estates
  • Edencrest at Beaverdale
  • Beaver and Adams
  • Courtyard Estates at Hawthorne Crossing
  • AmeriCare Alliance Central
  • Ramsey Village
  • The Rose of East Des Moines
  • Vintage Cooperative of Altoona
  • Copper Shores Village
  • Senior Helpers - Urbandale, IA
  • Holiday Illahee Hills

Senior Living Statistics for Ankeny, Iowa

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


The most affordable option for senior housing in Ankeny, Iowa, is independent living, averaging $3,027 per month. Assisted living and memory care are also available, each priced at $4,451 per month. For those seeking nursing home accommodations, options range from a private room at $4,241 to a semi-private room at $5,167 per month. A studio unit in a nursing home is also available, costing $4,877 per month. These choices offer a variety of options to meet different care requirements and budgetary needs.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,451
Memory Care $4,451
Independent Living $3,027
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,241
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,167
Nursing Home: Studio $4,877

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Ankeny


Assisted living facilities in Ankeny cost an average of $4,451 per month, which is higher than Iowa's average of $4,268 per month but still below the nationwide average of $4,546 per month. On the other hand, Ankeny assisted living is more expensive than nearby cities, such as Maxwell and Valeria, where costs average $4,146 and $4,073 per month, respectively.
City Average Monthly Cost
Ankeny $4,451

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Ankeny compares to Iowa and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Ankeny $4,451
Iowa $4,268
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Ankeny


Ankeny is home to 9 of the 229 senior living communities in Iowa. If you expand your search to cities that surround Ankeny, there are 65 facilities to choose from.
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Ankeny

65

Surrounding Area

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Ankeny Senior Demographics


Seniors exploring life in Ankeny, Iowa, will find a vibrant community, as they represent about 24.9% of the city’s 68,392 residents. This senior population includes 10.1% in their 50s, 7.2% in their 60s, 5.3% in their 70s, and 2.3% aged 80 and over. Gender distribution is nearly even, with females comprising 50.3% and males 49.7%. Regarding marital status, 57.4% of seniors are married, 8.5% are divorced, 30.5% have never married, and 3.6% are widowed. Ankeny's seniors are predominantly 90.7% White, with other racial backgrounds including 3.8% Hispanic, 3.3% Asian, and 4.3% mixed race. A smaller portion includes 1.1% Black, 0.1% Native American, and 0.6% identifying as other, contributing to the city’s diverse cultural landscape.

Population

Ankeny has a population of 68,392.
  • 49.7% Male
  • 50.3% Female

Marital Status

  • 57.4% Married
  • 8.5% Divorced
  • 30.5% Never Married
  • 3.6% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 24.9% of the population.
  • 10.1% in their 50s
  • 7.2% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 2.3% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 90.7% White
  • 1.1% Black
  • 3.3% Asian
  • 0.1% Native
  • 0.6% Identifying as Other
  • 4.3% Mixed Race
  • 3.8% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Ankeny

Those looking to expand their search for senior living outside of Ankeny, Iowa, have several options at a range of price points. Prices start at an average of $4,313 per month in Des Moines and can reach up to $4,634 per month in Indianola. Other nearby options include West Des Moines, Urbandale, Norwalk, Waukee, and Johnston, each providing unique community features and amenities.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
West Des Moines $4,366
Des Moines $4,313
Urbandale $4,359
Waukee $4,405
City Average Monthly Cost
Johnston $4,409
Indianola $4,634
Norwalk $4,369
Perry $4,457

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.