Assisted Living Communities in Carson, California

Carson has an average assisted living cost comparable to the statewide average of $5,250 per month, but this rate is higher than the national norm by nearly 17%. Many cities inland have lower averages than Carson’s. Bakersfield's average rate is $1,500 less than Carson's and Fresno's is $1,350 lower. However, cities on the Central Coast usually have a higher average cost than Carson. While San Luis Obispo’s average is higher by just $50, Prices in Salinas are higher by $750 per month.

In Carson, assisted living communities average $5,250 per month, but seniors could pay a higher or lower rate depending on their communities’ location, housing options and on-site amenities and services.

Aging adults should compare their care options to determine which best meets their financial and wellness needs. If they can manage with daytime assistance and supervision outside the home, adult day health care is less than a third of the cost of assisted living at $1,652 per month. On the other hand, seniors wanting to receive care at home pay $5,911 for in-home care or home health care. Meanwhile, those needing round-the-clock personal attention and skilled nursing pay $9,125 for nursing home care, making it the most expensive option.