Best Assisted Living Facilities in Birmingham, AL

Average senior living costs in Birmingham, Alabama, range from $3,764 per month for independent living to $5,750 per month for a semi-private room in a nursing home. Some other options include assisted living, which costs $4,080 per month, and memory care at $4,167. For nursing home accommodations, a private room is available for $4,325, while studio options average $5,481 per month. Additionally, a one-bedroom nursing home unit comes in at $5,168, offering a variety of choices to suit different needs and preferences in Birmingham.

Assisted living costs an average of $4,080 per month in Birmingham. This is more expensive than nearby cities, including Adamsville ($4,052 per month) and Maytown ($4,033 per month). Birmingham's cost is above the Alabama state average of $3,798 but remains below the national average of $4,546.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Birmingham compares to Alabama and the national average:

There are 32 different senior living communities in Birmingham. If you decide to look for communities near Birmingham, there are 62 facilities in the surrounding area. If you want to broaden your search to the state of Alabama, there are 205 facilities in the state. With these choices, you're sure to find a community that fits your needs.

In Birmingham, Alabama, seniors make up a substantial 34.3% of the population, offering a wealth of experience and wisdom to the community. This senior group is predominantly female, with 52.9% women compared to 47.1% men. Looking closely at the age distribution, 11% are in their 50s, 13.2% are enjoying their 60s, 6.6% are in their 70s, and 3.5% have reached their 80s and beyond. Marital status among Birmingham's seniors shows that 27.3% are married, while 17.7% are divorced. A significant 47.8% have never been married, and 7.1% are widowed, reflecting diverse life paths. In terms of diversity, Birmingham's seniors are primarily Black, at 68.6%, with 24.9% identifying as White. Asians account for 1.5%, followed by Native Americans at 0.2%. Adding to the diversity, 2.3% identify as other, 2.5% as mixed race, and 4% are Hispanic, painting a complex and culturally rich picture of the senior community.