Assisted Living in Arizona

How much does assisted living cost in Arizona?

As of 2020, the average monthly cost for assisted living in Arizona is about $3,750. The city of Flagstaff has the most expensive assisted living care in Arizona, with an average cost of $5,000 per month. The area of Yuma has the most affordable assisted living care in Arizona with an average of $3,475 per month.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living in Arizona?

Most of the time Medicare does not give coverage to handle the costs of assisted living or long-term care.  There are some situations where Medicare will cover qualified healthcare costs at a certain facility for the duration needed to live there.  Medicare is generally used to cover the cost of home health care of skilled nursing facilities.

How many assisted living facilities are in Arizona?

Arizona has a total of 114 assisted living facilities. The average cost of care at these facilities is $3,500.

Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Arizona?

In Arizona, the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) pays for medical and care related to services for residents of Arizona in assisted living facilities.  This program does not however, pay for room and board.  Assisted living residents will pay an average of $1,150 per month for basic living costs depending on their coverage and location.