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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in King County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 1178 assisted living facilities in the King County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Windermere, Sand Point and Madison Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellevue, Kent and Woodinville.

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Cost of assisted living in King County, WA

The average cost of senior living in King County is $5,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Holm, WA with an average of $5,086 per month.

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. nearby counties

King County, WA

$6,677/mo

Kitsap County, WA

$7,521/mo

Snohomish County, WA

$6,448/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. state and national averages

King County, WA

$6,677/mo

Washington state

$6,450/mo

U.S. national average

$5,805/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$6,677/mo

Memory Care

$7,563/mo

Independent Living

$4,227/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private

$4,258/mo

Studio

$4,520/mo

1 Bedroom

$5,708/mo

Senior living costs in King County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: King County, WA

Column state: Washington

Column national: U.S.

Community type	King County, WA	Washington	U.S.
Assisted Living	$6,677/mo	$6,450/mo	$5,805/mo
Memory Care	$7,563/mo	$8,247/mo	$6,971/mo
Independent Living	$4,227/mo	$4,017/mo	$3,510/mo

Assisted Living

King County, WA:$6,677/mo

Washington:$6,450/mo

U.S.:$5,805/mo

Memory Care

King County, WA:$7,563/mo

Washington:$8,247/mo

U.S.:$6,971/mo

Independent Living

King County, WA:$4,227/mo

Washington:$4,017/mo

U.S.:$3,510/mo

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in King County, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in King County.

Private income options in Washington

Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.

VA benefits in Washington

Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.

Medicare and Medicaid in Washington

Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.

What families are saying about assisted living in King County

Recent reviews for assisted living in King County

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5

I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0

The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...

Viktoria AFH in Bellevue, WA

4.5

My mother moved into Viktoria AFH about one month ago, and while she was completely resistant to doing so, she is content and happy. The staff treat her like she is gold, and make her feel loved and special. She loves them and especially the meals that they prepare from scratch every day. ...

King County review score based on 1,327 family reviews

8.2

Review score951 facilities1327 reviewsWrite a review

This proprietary review score is based on 1327 reviews of 951 King County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.

The King County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

King County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2

King County, WA951 facilities

7.6

Kitsap County, WA0 facilities

8.5

Snohomish County, WA0 facilities

Review subcategories for King County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,327 reviews of 951 King County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare King County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.

King County, WA averageNational average

Cleanliness

4.2

Friendliness

4.3

Care services

3.8

3.9

Staff

4.2

4.1

Meals & dining

3.8

Activities

3.7

3.8

Value for cost*

3.8

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*Learn more about cost details

King County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in King County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in King County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in King County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in King County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.

King County, WANational

Full medication management

64%

43.3%

Doctor on call

43.4%

28.4%

24-Hour awake staff

61.1%

85.2%

Diabetic care

80.2%

85.6%

*Visiting health care professionals

64.8%

48.4%

Home care agency on-site

17.3%

25.5%

Non-ambulatory care

73.1%

85.4%

Respite or short term stays

51.6%

39.9%

Hospice available on-site

63.4%

44.2%

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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in King County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of King County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.

King County, WANational

Dementia behaviors care

66.6%

43.7%

Specialized memory care training for staff

25.1%

27.2%

Secured community and/or wander guard

52.5%

34.1%

Memory care only community

20.3%

11.5%

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Availability of select dietary accommodations in King County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of King County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

King County, WANational

Nutritionist / dietician

14%

22.4%

Low / no sodium

37.5%

33.8%

No sugar

35.5%

31.2%

Vegetarian

60.7%

29.7%

Pureed meals

21.2%

10.8%

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Availability of select dining options in King County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of King County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

King County, WANational

Professional chef

16.5%

26%

Restaurant style dining

21.4%

34.3%

Room service

29.8%

Anytime dining

23.7%

14.7%

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Availability of select programs and activities in King County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in King County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

King County, WANational

Activity director

24.5%

38.9%

Pet-focused programs

15.1%

26.1%

Community service programs

18.5%

25.3%

Devotional activities on-site

41.1%

42.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

37.5%

41.4%

Outings / off-site activities

50.2%

44.5%

Piano or organ

19.9%

34.6%

Arts and crafts center

22.3%

28.4%

Educational speakers / life long learning

18.9%

31.5%

Clubs / games / karaoke

29.8%

39.2%

Live performances

27%

39.5%

Dances

19.8%

24.7%

Fitness center

11.4%

20.3%

Fitness classes

28.9%

38.5%

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State regulations for assisted living in King County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in King County protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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