Assisted Living Communities in Kinston, North Carolina

Kinston's average cost of assisted living is lower than the state average of $4,010 and the national average of $4,500. It's also lower than in surrounding cities. Fayetteville seniors pay $300 per month more. In Rocky Mount, the average monthly cost increases by nearly $1,800 compared to Kinston. Greenville sees even higher costs, averaging $4,613 per month. The highest average price near Kinston is found in Wilmington, where costs average $5,254 per month. 

In Kinston, seniors can expect to spend an average of $2,700 per month for assisted living, though the specific costs can vary between facilities depending on amenities offered, the exact location and other factors.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

There are other types of senior care available in Kinston, but assisted living is the most affordable. Costs increase to $3,813 per month for both in-home care and home health care, two options for seniors who wish to age in place. Costs are even higher for seniors requiring 24/7 skilled nursing care, with a semiprivate room in a nursing home facility averaging $8,456 per month.