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Assisted Living Communities in Mukilteo, Washington

The waterfront city of Mukilteo sits on Puget Sound, about 25 miles north of Seattle, in Snohomish County. The region serves seniors with daily care needs through access to 282 assisted living communities. In 2024, local seniors pay around $7,650 per month for residential care services, which exceeds the state and national norms. 

The guide below includes 1404 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Mukilteo from residents and visitors. On average, local facilities garner a 4.4 out of 5 stars-star rating.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living communities in Mukilteo charge around $7,650 per month. Although this rate surpasses the state median by over $1,500 and the national norm by $2,300, it’s moderate compared to costs in other cities. In Olympia, costs run lower at roughly $5,050, but seniors in Walla Walla pay approximately $9,705.

Mukilteo

$7,650

Washington

$6,138

United States

$5,350

Walla Walla

$9,705

Mount Vernon

$6,391

Bremerton

$8,440

Olympia

$5,050

Paying for Assisted Living in Mukilteo

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Mukilteo is $5,750, according to the 2021 Genworth  Cost of Care Survey. This is $250 more than the overall Washington average of $6,000 per month and $1,250 more than the national average of $4,500. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mukilteo

Seniors who are moving into an assisted living facility in Mukilteo may be eligible to receive assistance from the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES) program. This waiver program is operated under the Washington State Medicaid system.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Washington page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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 Washington page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Mukilteo pay monthly assisted living costs of around $7,650. By contrast, the baseline rate for private in-home care runs about $2,120 lower, and seniors who need home health care pay approximately $8,389. While adult day health care costs less at roughly $7,042, nursing home residents pay substantially higher rates of around $12,167.

In-Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$8,389

Adult Day Health Care

$7,042

Assisted Living Facility

$7,650

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,167

Note: Since data for Mukilteo is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Seattle, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Mukilteo

There are many resources in Mukilteo to help seniors retain independence and enjoy a good quality of life. The following list includes transportation options, recreational possibilities and an all-purpose information line with over 1,000 community-based programs and services.

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Volunteer Transportation(425) 374-6303Residents of Snohomish County who are aged 60 and over may be able to access transportation to health care appointments, senior centers, shopping and other basic errands. Participants must not be able to take public transportation or be able to use their personal vehicle. This program operates under the umbrella of Catholic Community Services of Western Washington.
Snohomish County Long-Term Care and Aging Program425-262-2557As the designated Area Agency on Aging for Mukilteo and other Snohomish County communities, the Snohomish County Long-Term Care and Aging Program provides a range of services to area seniors. Services include case management, health and wellness screenings and Medicare counseling. The agency also keeps a directory of senior centers in the area and administers the federally funded Senior Nutrition Program.
Snohomish County Veterans Assistance Program (425) 388-7255Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces can get assistance with benefits claims and appeals from Snohomish County Veterans Assistance Program. The program also provides referrals to services such as local VA hospitals and mobile dental vans. Veterans who are in immediate need may qualify for emergency financial assistance.
Mukilteo Recreation Division(425) 263-8000Mukilteo seniors can access a range of programs and services designed to provide recreation, social engagement and the opportunity to explore new hobbies and learn new skills from the Mukilteo Recreation Division. Activities include fitness sessions, technology workshops, group outings to local points of interest and classes in a variety of subjects.
Senior Information & Assistance (800) 422-2024Senior Information & Assistance is the starting point for seniors and their families seeking more information on case management, respite care and other available services in Snohomish County. The organization maintains a database of more than 1,100 services, and it makes referrals to long-term care options that are funded by the state. The staff also speaks Chinese, Korean and Tagalog.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mukilteo

Mukilteo Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Jay_C

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Mukilteo Sunset Adult Family Home

My brother has been a resident here for more than 5 years. The staff are consistently wonderful and they have very little turnover. They are genuinely happy to assist Frank with his physical...

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Assisted Living

Norby

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Harbour Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

The quality of this facility has declined to unacceptable. The Executive Director does not respond to email or phone messages. The same is true with the Director of Nursing. So glad I have moved...

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Assisted Living

Tracy

I visited this facility

Review of Harbour Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care

We picked Harbour Pointe Senior Living for our mother. A big bonus was the room had a little balcony on it, so you could open the sliding glass door and go outside and have a little chair and table...

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