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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Encinitas, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Encinitas, CA area.

Are you considering senior living options in Encinitas, California? With a sizable senior population comprising around 40.2% of its residents, Encinitas offers a rich selection of care options, including assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes. Assisted living costs in the city average $4,726 per month, providing a range of services to meet diverse needs. In this article, we'll delve into some of the leading assisted living facilities in Encinitas to help you find the ideal environment and care for your loved one.

49 Communities were found near Encinitas, CA
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Aspire Home Healthcare of San Diego

Aspire Home Healthcare of San Diego

12520 High Bluff Drive Ste 160, San Diego, CA 92130 (7.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
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Hillside Garden
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9

Hillside Garden

4892 Hillside Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (7.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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9
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Rancho Santa Fe Villa
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8

Rancho Santa Fe Villa

8292 Run of the Knolls, San Diego, CA 92127 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8
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The Gardens - Carlsbad
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8

The Gardens - Carlsbad

4380 Highland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (7.8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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8
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Summer Hill Rest Home II
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9

Summer Hill Rest Home II

558 Similax Road, San Marcos, CA 92069 (7.8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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9
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Ocean Hills Senior Living
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8.6

Ocean Hills Senior Living

4500 Cannon Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8.6
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Aegis at Shadowridge
Our Rating:
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8.7

Aegis at Shadowridge

1440 South Melrose Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8.7
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Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA
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8.7

Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA

100 E. San Marcos Blvd. Suite 400, San Marcos, CA 92069 (8.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.7
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Dove Canyon Guest Home
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8.5

Dove Canyon Guest Home

10166 Lone Dove Street, San Diego, CA 92127 (8.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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8.5
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ActivCare at 4S Ranch
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8.5

ActivCare at 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Road, San Diego, CA 92127 (9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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Villa Adriana
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7.7

Villa Adriana

1678 Sunset Drive, Vista, CA 92081 (9.1 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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7.7
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Everest at Oceanside
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9

Everest at Oceanside

3500 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (9.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9
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Vista Gardens
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8.5

Vista Gardens

1863 Devon Pl, Vista, CA 92084 (9.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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Brookdale Oceanside
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8.5

Brookdale Oceanside

3524 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (9.2 mi from city center)
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8.5
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Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
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9.9

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community

768 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069 (9.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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9.9
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Our Family Care Home
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9

Our Family Care Home

810 Centennial Drive, Vista, CA 92081 (9.3 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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9
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Bayshire Carlsbad
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9

Bayshire Carlsbad

3140 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9
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Laguna Estates Senior Living
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9.3

Laguna Estates Senior Living

1088 Laguna Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.3
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Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC
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8.5

Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC

247 Presley Place, Vista, CA 92083 (9.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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8.5
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Hawkins Suite
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8.5

Hawkins Suite

1723 Casero Place, Escondido, CA 92029 (9.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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Alta Vista Senior Living
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9.7

Alta Vista Senior Living

2041 W Vista Way, Vista, CA 92083 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.7
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Senior Helpers - San Diego
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9.7

Senior Helpers - San Diego

11722 Sorrento Valley Rd Suite G, San Diego, CA 92121 (9.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9.7
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Vista del Lago
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9.7

Vista del Lago

1817 Avenida del Diablo, Escondido, CA 92029 (9.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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9.7
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Right at Home
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9.7

Right at Home

410 S Melrose Dr, Ste 101, Vista, CA 92081 (9.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9.7
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Map of Assisted Living in Encinitas

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Aspire Home Healthcare of San Diego
  • Hillside Garden
  • Rancho Santa Fe Villa
  • The Gardens - Carlsbad
  • Summer Hill Rest Home II
  • Ocean Hills Senior Living
  • Aegis at Shadowridge
  • Family Matters In-Home Care - San Marcos, CA
  • Dove Canyon Guest Home
  • ActivCare at 4S Ranch
  • Villa Adriana
  • Everest at Oceanside
  • Vista Gardens
  • Brookdale Oceanside
  • Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Active Living Community
  • Our Family Care Home
  • Bayshire Carlsbad
  • Laguna Estates Senior Living
  • Kings Care Assisted Living, LLC
  • Hawkins Suite
  • Alta Vista Senior Living
  • Senior Helpers - San Diego
  • Vista del Lago
  • Right at Home

Senior Living Statistics for Encinitas, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Whether you're looking for independent living, assisted living, or memory care, there are several options in Encinitas, California. Assisted living and independent living are similarly priced, with averages starting at $4,726 and $4,769 per month, respectively. For those requiring more specialized care, memory care begins at $6,048 per month. Nursing home care comes with a range of options: private rooms are available for $5,714, semi-private rooms for $5,627, and a studio for $5,610. For larger space, a one-bedroom is $6,473, a two-bedroom is $7,516, and a detached cottage offers the most space at $9,576, accommodating diverse needs and preferences.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,726
Memory Care $6,048
Independent Living $4,769
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,714
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,627
Nursing Home: Studio $5,610
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,473
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $7,516
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $9,576

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Encinitas


The cost of assisted living in Encinitas is slightly more expensive than other nearby cities at an average of $4,726 per month. For comparison, the average cost of assisted living in Murrieta is $3,486 per month, while the average cost in Temecula is $3,471 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Encinitas $4,726

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Encinitas compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Encinitas $4,726
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Encinitas


Encinitas offers several options for senior living communities—7 to be exact. For those who are not set on living in Encinitas, there are 180 facilities in the surrounding area and 1,923 throughout California.
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Encinitas

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Surrounding Area

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Encinitas Senior Demographics


In Encinitas, California, seniors constitute a substantial 40.2% of the overall population of 61,942. This cohort includes 13.5% in their 50s, 14.2% in their 60s, 8.3% in their 70s, and 4.2% are 80 or older. The gender distribution here leans slightly towards females, at 50.8% compared to 49.2% males. Regarding marital status among seniors, 55.1% are married, 11.4% are divorced, 29% have never married, and 4.5% are widowed. Diversity in Encinitas reflects that 80.9% of seniors are White, 14.9% are Hispanic, while 10.3% identify as mixed race. Other demographic figures include 4.3% Asian, 0.5% Black, 0.3% Native American, and 0.1% Pacific, with 3.7% identifying as other, showcasing a primarily White community complemented by a range of other races.

Population

Encinitas has a population of 61,942.
  • 49.2% Male
  • 50.8% Female

Marital Status

  • 55.1% Married
  • 11.4% Divorced
  • 29% Never Married
  • 4.5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 40.2% of the population.
  • 13.5% in their 50s
  • 14.2% in their 60s
  • 8.3% in their 70s
  • 4.2% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 80.9% White
  • 0.5% Black
  • 4.3% Asian
  • 0.3% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 3.7% Identifying as Other
  • 10.3% Mixed Race
  • 14.9% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Encinitas

Looking for nearby senior living options outside of Encinitas, California? There are many other cities to explore. Average prices begin at $4,318 per month in Fallbrook and go up to $4,869 per month in San Marcos. Other cities to consider include Oceanside, Escondido, La Mesa, and Chula Vista, each offering their own unique senior living communities and amenities.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
San Diego $4,570
Escondido $4,676
Oceanside $4,552
Carlsbad $4,856
Vista $4,689
Chula Vista $4,363
City Average Monthly Cost
San Marcos $4,869
La Mesa $4,711
Poway $4,577
El Cajon $4,502
Lemon Grove $4,579
Fallbrook $4,318

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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.

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.

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.

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.