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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Boston, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Boston, MA area.

We found 79 communities near Boston, MA
The Falls At Cordingly Dam

The Falls At Cordingly Dam

2300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462 (10 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn

Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn

One Cedar Street, Woburn, MA 01801 (10 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Nurses At Home, Inc

Nurses At Home, Inc

21 Cummings Park, Suite 208, Woburn, MA 01801 (10 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC

Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC

173 Bedford Rd #2, Woburn, MA 01801 (10 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
  • The Falls At Cordingly Dam
  • Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn
  • Nurses At Home, Inc
  • Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC

Senior Living Statistics for Boston, Massachusetts

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Boston varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Boston
Assisted Living $7,213
Memory Care $7,212
Independent Living $6,352
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,319
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,091
Nursing Home: Studio $8,083
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,226
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Boston


In 2024, the cost of living in Boston 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
Boston $7,213
Brockton $6,886
Millis-Clicquot $6,743

Here is how the cost of living in Boston compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Boston $7,213
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Boston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Boston

7

Surrounding Area

298

Massachusetts

392

Boston Demographics


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

Population:

Boston has a population of 4,218.
  • 53.8% Male
  • 46.2% Female

Marital Status:

  • 29.7% Married
  • 12.2% Divorced
  • 55.1% Never Married
  • 3% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 38% of the population.
  • 13.4% in their 50s
  • 11.4% in their 60s
  • 10% in their 70s
  • 3.2% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 85.3% White
  • 4.2% Black
  • 2.5% Asian
  • 0% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 4.4% Identifying as Other
  • 3.6% Mixed Race
  • 7.7% Hispanic

Cities Near Boston

Not set on Boston? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Woburn $7,178
Dover $5,999
Danvers $7,202
Needham $6,942
City Average Cost
Plymouth $7,315
Cambridge $7,080
Dedham $6,969
Canton $6,992
Framingham $6,998
Braintree $7,107
City Average Cost
Beverly $6,980
Chelmsford $7,123
Norwell $6,910
Hingham $7,080
Lynn $7,236
Malden $7,223

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.