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The Washington County community of McMurray sits within the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Area, giving local seniors access to 195 assisted living facilities in the city and nearby. Based on a care cost survey, seniors pay around $6,075 monthly for residential care in 2024. This rate outpaces the state median by about $500 and runs roughly $700 above the national norm.
The following guide includes 1141 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in the McMurray region. On average, local facilities earn a quality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
195 Results
5609 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
2.5
(8 reviews)
"I was a resident on the 3rd floor for two months following trauma surgery for broken hip and wrist. The staff care was very good, the managers of the staff care was also very good, the rehab folks were excellent to me. Everyone was very supportive an..."
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1300 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15243
2.4
(27 reviews)
"My mom had a wonderful stay at Concordia of the South Hills. All of the staff was remarkable, attentive and helpful. The atmosphere was very welcoming and friendly. As an added amenity, the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this facility..."
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100 Ninth St, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.4
(7 reviews)
"My mother has been a resident at Kane in McKeesport for the last 7 months. Over the past several years, she has gone for rehabilitation at five different skilled nursing facilities after hospital stays. Kane is by far the best in many regards. The..."
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550 Cherrington Pkwy, Coraopolis, PA 15108
2.3
(8 reviews)
"I toured Tapestry Senior Living Moon Township. It was beautiful, it's lovely, and there wasn't anything we didn't like about it. The staff that I met, their personality was altogether different from the other places I toured. I didn't feel the warmth..."
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885 MACBETH DRIVE, Monroeville, PA 15146
2.2
(10 reviews)
"I was a rehab resident for 10 days and the Ot, Pt and rehab staff were wonderful. They go above and beyond for me to meet my goals. The medical Nursing stall were very professional and met all of my medical needs ..."
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100 Tandem Village Road, Canonsburg, PA 15317
2.0
(2 reviews)
"It was beautiful, but the nurses was clueless. You can tell they were fresh out of school and did not have a clue how to care for elderly. For the money it costs to live there, you think they would hire more experienced nursing staff. This is an imp..."
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7060 HIGHLAND DRIVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
2.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad was a resident at SWVC for about 13 years, passing away within the past 8 months. My dad’s military background made a very strong imprint on him and so I wanted him to be in a congregate setting with other veterans. I had observed during his ..."
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2105 Grandview Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132
2.0
(1 reviews)
"We looked at MS Care but it wasn't enough for what we were looking for. It was a holiday yesterday so everyone was off, but the lady that was there gave me a short tour of the downstairs, which is all I needed. The place was old-fashioned and didn't ..."
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2400 McGinley Road,, Monroeville, PA 15146
1.6
(11 reviews)
"My father was in Woodhaven Care Center before for rehab. It was OK, but they're understaffed, and there's just not enough people. There's only one lady, and there are 40 patients, but the staff was knowledgeable. I liked the rooms; they have big wind..."
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1200 BRAUN ROAD, Bethel Park, PA 15102
1.0
(19 reviews)
"I'm living in Meadowcrest Nursing Center because I broke my leg. It's assisted living and rehab. I've been here for 3 weeks now for rehab. The place is older so it could use some help with it. The staff is very nice, very friendly, and they do whatev..."
READ MORE414 Jefferson Rd, Waynesburg, PA 15370
1.0
(1 reviews)
"I VISITED MY BROTHER IN THIS PLACE. HE IS ON A WALKER AND OXYGEN AND HE WAS PUT IN A PRIVATE ROOM UPSTAIRS WHERE HE HAS TO WALK UP TWO FLIGHTS OF STAIRS AND CARRY HIS WALKER WITH HIM.THERE IS SOMEONE DOWNSTAIRS WHO IS ON OXYGEN WHERE THEY COULD PUT H..."
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1000 5th Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132
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2191 FERGUSON ROAD, Allison Park, PA 15101
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1028 Benton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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READ MORE3560 Outlook Dr, West Mifflin, PA 15122
"Outlook Manor is an assisted living facility located in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. Just a short drive away from the city of Pittsburgh, Wes..."
READ MORE281 Timber Lake Rd, Claysville, PA 15323
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READ MORE330 Nazer St, Waynesburg, PA 15370
"Gateway Senior Housing is a senior living community in Waynesburg, PA, offering accommodations and care to senior citizens age 62 and older...."
READ MORE1129 Tweed St, Pittsburgh, PA 15204
"Perry South Personal Care Home is in a beautiful neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA, adjacent to Sheraden and McGonigle parks and close to the O..."
READ MORE23 MAIN STREET, Clarksville, PA 15322
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READ MORE712 W Grant St, Houston, PA 15342
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READ MOREBased on the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in McMurray pay approximately $6,075 per month for assisted living. This price surpasses the state median of $5,550 and tracks hundreds of dollars above fees in most nearby cities. In Johnstown, seniors pay lower rates of around $4,426; in Gettysburg, facilities set fees near $3,800.
McMurray
$6,075
Pennsylvania
$5,550
United States
$5,350
Erie
$8,418
Johnstown
$4,426
Gettysburg
$3,800
State College
$4,850
The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports the average cost of assisted living in the McMurray area is $3,250 per month. This makes the city a very affordable option compared to the state average of $4,100 and the national average of $4,500.
The state of Pennsylvania and McMurray do not provide assistance for seniors through the Medicaid State Plan who need help paying for an assisted living facility. The state also does not have any available waivers. Seniors in facilities in this state may need to rely solely on family support or insurance coverage for payment.
There is a PA Code though that states people who receive SSI cannot be charged more than their monthly income for rent and services in an assisted living facility.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page.
In McMurray, the cost of assisted living comes in at around $6,075 monthly. This rate aligns with home health care fees of about $6,101, but it surpasses the cost of in-home care by roughly $1,300. While adult day health care fees run lower at around $2,779, nursing home residents pay approximately $9,429 for shared housing units.
In-Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$2,779
Assisted Living Facility
$6,075
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,429
Note: Since data for McMurray is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Pittsburgh, instead.
Seniors in McMurray can benefit from a number of local, regional and statewide programs offered by nonprofit organizations and government agencies. Here are some of the area’s key resources for services such as care coordination, wellness programming, financial guidance and legal aid.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging | (724) 489-8080 or (888) 300-2704 | This agency offers a full range of programs and services to support the health and wellness of the region's aging population. Programs include home and community-based services, health promotion, legal aid, counseling and transportation. Some programs are provided directly through the agency, while others are provided by the agency's 34 subcontractors. |
| Aging Services of Washington County | (724) 228-6856 | Aging Services of Washington County facilitates a variety of community-based services for seniors throughout the county who are 60 and older. These include care management, nutritional services and a long-term care ombudsman program. The organization is also responsible for operating congregate meal programs at senior community centers across Washington County. |
| Cannonsburg Seniors Citizens Center | (724) 745-5443 | The center offers a place for seniors to socialize with peers, enjoy hot meals and participate in fun activities, including life enrichment classes, computer seminars, exercise programs and local excursions. It also offers services such as health screenings, financial guidance sessions and benefits counseling. Complimentary transportation to and from the facility is available. |
| Washington County Veterans Affairs Office | (724) 228-6865 | This office is dedicated to helping veterans and their dependents access the federal, state and county benefits they're entitled to. Service officers provide information about available benefits and assist with the application process. The agency also provides referrals to other VA programs and services such as VA health care facilities, counseling services and support groups. |
| SeniorLAW Center | (215) 988-1244 | The center offers older Pennsylvanians free legal advice, information and representation for civil matters, including housing disputes, elder exploitation, benefits counseling, consumer protection and estate planning. It also conducts outreach events and educational workshops to raise awareness of legal issues facing the elderly. Seniors can schedule appointments at the organization's offices or call the Pennsylvania SeniorLAW HelpLine. |
McMurray Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Pennsylvania are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Pennsylvania page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
John5
5.0
Review of Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township
My mother-in-law stayed at Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. It's a very clean facility and has a very professional staff. It seems like a very good place for my mother-in-law to be in....
Assisted Living
Clint
4.0
Review of Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township
My mother is at the Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. It was very, very well organized, really clean, very modern, and up-to-date. She loves the staff. She says they're great and the food...
Assisted Living
ReviewerFY#0819
5.0
Review of Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township
I enjoyed meeting with the marketing director of Paramount Senior Living at Peters Township. He spent two and a half hours with us, went over everything, and toured us in the facility. I was...
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