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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Athens, AL

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Athens, AL area.

We found 2 communities near Athens, AL
Limestone Lodge

Limestone Lodge

1532 W Hobbs St, Athens, AL 35611 (6 mi from city center)
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Limestone Manor

Limestone Manor

600 US Highway 31 S, Athens, AL 35611 (8.7 mi from city center)
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  • Limestone Lodge
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Senior Living Statistics for Athens, Alabama

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Athens varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Athens
Assisted Living $3,956
Memory Care $3,956
Independent Living $3,472
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,111
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,027
Nursing Home: Studio $4,314
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,030
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $3,800
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Athens


In 2024, the cost of living in Athens includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Athens $3,956
Lexington $3,646
Town Creek N/A

Here is how the cost of living in Athens compares to Alabama and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Athens $3,956
Alabama $3,798
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Athens


Number of senior living facilities in:

Athens

3

Surrounding Area

25

Alabama

210

Athens Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Athens, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Athens has a population of 28,375.
  • 49% Male
  • 51% Female

Marital Status:

  • 47.6% Married
  • 15.1% Divorced
  • 29.1% Never Married
  • 8.2% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 38.6% of the population.
  • 13.7% in their 50s
  • 12.2% in their 60s
  • 7.6% in their 70s
  • 5.1% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 70.9% White
  • 17.4% Black
  • 0.6% Asian
  • 1.3% Native
  • 0.2% Pacific
  • 3.4% Identifying as Other
  • 6.2% Mixed Race
  • 8.1% Hispanic

Cities Near Athens

Not set on Athens? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Huntsville $4,211
Madison $4,211

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.