Assisted Living Communities in Hillsboro, Texas

Assisted Living costs in Hillsboro start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Hillsboro and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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 Texas page.

Hillsboro is located about halfway between Waco and the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in North Texas.  A 2010 Main Street America community with proximity to the City of Dallas makes Hillsboro an attractive choice for retirees. The population is 8,400, 15.3 percent of which are seniors aged 65 and over. There are eight assisted living facilities in Hillsboro to care for seniors. 

In Hillsboro, as in all of Texas, assisted living facilities are regulated by the Department of Health and Human Services and licensed based on residents' ability to evacuate the facility in an emergency and whether nighttime attendance is necessary. Assisted living communities are divided into two levels based on the residents' needs and the licenses are designated accordingly. 

• Weather in North Texas is hot and dry, with long summers and short winters. July high temperatures average 95 degrees Fahrenheit, and January lows are around 37 degrees. Seniors who are sensitive to high heat may be uncomfortable. 
  
  
• Air quality in Hillsboro is rated a 44, which is poorer than the U.S. average of 58. According to the American Lung Association, those with respiratory conditions, asthma, and those over 65 may still be at risk from particle or pollution in the air. 
  
  
• The cost of living in Hillsboro is 76.2, compared to a U.S. average of 100. The main difference is housing prices, which are more than 50 percent lower than the national average. This may make assisted living costs less for seniors, as well. However, both grocery and health care costs are slightly higher than the national average. 
  
  
• Violent crime in Hillsboro is about three-quarters of the national average, while property crime is slightly higher. Seniors are urged to take precautions, as these crimes can range from petty theft to larceny. 
  
  
• Texas has no state income tax, meaning that retirement income and social security benefits are not subject to taxation. This means more money available for assisted living expenses for Hillsboro seniors. 
  
  
• The Hillsboro area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Hill Regional Hospital and Providence Family Health Clinic, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.