Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bethlehem, PA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Bethlehem, PA area.

With seniors making up about 34% of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania's population, the city offers a variety of senior living options tailored to different lifestyles and needs. Bethlehem is home to 10 senior living facilities, with another 55 in the surrounding area, providing choices that range from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing homes. The average cost of assisted living in Bethlehem is $4,184 per month. To assist families in finding the perfect match for their loved ones, this article will guide you through some of the best assisted living communities in Bethlehem, ensuring both quality care and peace of mind.

38 Communities were found near Bethlehem, PA
Living Care Home Services

Living Care Home Services

302 East Board Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 (0.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Holy Family Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Holy Family Independent Living

1200 Spring Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018 (1.8 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
Bethlehem Manor Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.9

Bethlehem Manor Memory Care

316 E Market St, Bethlehem, PA 18018 (2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.9
Bethlehem Manor Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
5.7

Bethlehem Manor Senior Living

815 Pennsylvania Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18018 (2.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
5.7
Comforting Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
5.7

Comforting Home Care

3400 Bath Pike, Suite 101, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (2.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
5.7
Atria Bethlehem
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Atria Bethlehem

1745 West Macada Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (2.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Sterling Heights
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8

Sterling Heights

3500 Fairview Street, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (2.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8
Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Riverton Enhanced Senior Living

803 N Wahneta St, Allentown, PA 18109 (2.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
Traditions of Hanover
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Traditions of Hanover

5300 Northgate Drive, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (2.9 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
10
Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center

3534 Linden St., Bethlehem, PA 18017 (3.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Griswold Home Care - Lehigh Valley, PA
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Griswold Home Care - Lehigh Valley, PA

1934 Hanover Avenue, Allentown, PA 18109 (3.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Saucon Valley Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Saucon Valley Manor

1050 Main Street, Hellertown, PA 18055 (3.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Caregivers America
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Caregivers America

1642 Union Blvd Ste D, Allentown, PA 18109 (3.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
The Vero at Bethlehem
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Vero at Bethlehem

4700 Bath Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (3.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
The Birches of Lehigh Valley (Summer 2024)
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

The Birches of Lehigh Valley (Summer 2024)

5030 Freemansburg Avenue, Easton, PA 18045 (3.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchard
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchard

4098 Freemansburg Ave, Easton, PA 18045 (5.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Whitehall Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Whitehall Manor

1177 Sixth Street, Whitehall, PA 18052 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Age In Place - Lehigh/Northampton Region
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Age In Place - Lehigh/Northampton Region

1101 W. Hamilton St. Suite 373, Allentown, PA 18103 (6.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Nursefinders of Allentown
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Nursefinders of Allentown

1541 Alta Drive Ste 306, Whitehall, PA 18052 (6.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Allegiance Nursing
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Allegiance Nursing

1501 W Union St, Allentown, PA 18102 (6.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Above and Beyond at the Knights
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Above and Beyond at the Knights

1545 W Greenleaf St, Allentown, PA 18102 (6.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers

313 S Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014 (6.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Miller Personal Care at 19th and Chew
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Miller Personal Care at 19th and Chew

1925 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18104 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown

1940 W Turner St, Allentown, PA 18104 (7.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Above All Senior Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Above All Senior Care

514 N 22nd St, Allentown, PA 18104 (7.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Map of Assisted Living in Bethlehem

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Living Care Home Services
  • Holy Family Independent Living
  • Bethlehem Manor Memory Care
  • Bethlehem Manor Senior Living
  • Comforting Home Care
  • Atria Bethlehem
  • Sterling Heights
  • Riverton Enhanced Senior Living
  • Traditions of Hanover
  • Alexandria Manor Senior Living Center
  • Griswold Home Care - Lehigh Valley, PA
  • Saucon Valley Manor
  • Caregivers America
  • The Vero at Bethlehem
  • The Birches of Lehigh Valley (Summer 2024)
  • Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Old Orchard
  • Whitehall Manor
  • Age In Place - Lehigh/Northampton Region
  • Nursefinders of Allentown
  • Allegiance Nursing
  • Above and Beyond at the Knights
  • Alexandria Manor Senior Living Centers
  • Miller Personal Care at 19th and Chew
  • The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown
  • Above All Senior Care

Senior Living Statistics for Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Average senior living costs in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, range from $3,584 per month for independent living to $5,579 per month for a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home. Some other options include assisted living, which costs $4,184 per month, a semi-private room in a nursing home at $3,888 per month, and memory care at $5,370 per month. This diverse range of senior housing options allows residents of Bethlehem to select a living arrangement that suits their unique needs and financial considerations.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,184
Memory Care $5,370
Independent Living $3,584
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,501
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $3,888
Nursing Home: Studio $4,846
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,579

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Bethlehem


Compared to other cities in the area, Bethlehem is slightly more expensive. For instance, North Catasauqua assisted living costs an average of $4,011 per month, and Walnutport assisted living costs an average of $3,871 per month. On the flip side, Bethlehem is less expensive than the national average, which is $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Bethlehem $4,184

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Bethlehem compares to Pennsylvania and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Bethlehem $4,184
Pennsylvania $4,271
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Bethlehem


There are 10 different senior living communities in Bethlehem. If you decide to look for communities near Bethlehem, there are 55 facilities in the surrounding area. If you want to broaden your search to the state of Pennsylvania, there are 665 facilities in total. With such options, there's plenty of opportunity to find a place that meets your needs.
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Bethlehem

55

Surrounding Area

665

Pennsylvania

Bethlehem Senior Demographics


Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is home to a senior population that comprises 34% of its 76,555 residents. Among these seniors, there is a slight female majority, with 51.6% being female and 48.4% male. The age distribution is quite varied: 10.2% in their 50s, 10.8% in their 60s, 7.6% in their 70s, and 5.4% aged 80 and over. Marital status reveals that 34.3% of seniors are married, 12.6% are divorced, 46.4% have never married, and 6.7% are widowed. The diversity within this age group includes 65.5% identifying as White, 30.2% as Hispanic, and 11.4% mixed race. Other demographics feature 9.2% Black, 3.2% Asian, 0.2% Native American, with no Pacific representation, and 10.4% identifying as other, showcasing a community rich in cultural variety.

Population

Bethlehem has a population of 76,555.
  • 48.4% Male
  • 51.6% Female

Marital Status

  • 34.3% Married
  • 12.6% Divorced
  • 46.4% Never Married
  • 6.7% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 34% of the population.
  • 10.2% in their 50s
  • 10.8% in their 60s
  • 7.6% in their 70s
  • 5.4% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 65.5% White
  • 9.2% Black
  • 3.2% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 10.4% Identifying as Other
  • 11.4% Mixed Race
  • 30.2% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Bethlehem

The average cost of senior living in cities near Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, varies modestly. Some of the more affordable options include Allentown at $4,202 per month. A slightly more expensive option is Easton, with average costs of $4,285 per month. These neighboring cities offer choices catering to different budget preferences.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Allentown $4,202
Easton $4,285

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.