Assisted Living in Alaska

How much does assisted living cost in Alaska?

The average cost of assisted living in Alaska is roughly $6,000. The average monthly cost of assisted living in Alaska is approximately 55% higher than in the rest of the states.

How many assisted living facilities are in Alaska?

Currently, there is about 300 facilities in the state of Alaska.

Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Alaska?

In Alaska, Medicaid, which is called DenaliCare, will cover the cost of nursing home care, as well as pay for personal care in the home. As all forms of assisted care are more expensive in Alaska than in the rest of much of the United States, Alaska has provided six non-Medicaid financial programs to help the residents of Alaska who do not qualify for State Medicaid.