Assisted Living in Iowa

How much does assisted living cost in Iowa?

The average cost of assisted living in Iowa is approximately $4000 per month. Sioux County and Ames have the most affordable assisted living facilities in the same, meanwhile, Waterloo, Dubuque, and Iowa City have the most expensive in the state.

Does Iowa Medicaid pay for assisted living?

In Iowa, Medicaid pays for nursing home care, however for those who would prefer to live in an assisted living facility, Medicaid will sometimes pay for assisted living if the care can be given at a lower cost rather than in a nursing home.