Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lancaster, CA

With an average cost of $3,298 per month, assisted living is the least expensive type of senior housing in Lancaster, California. Other fairly affordable options include semi-private rooms in nursing homes, priced at $3,915 per month on average, and independent living at $4,189 per month. If you're considering more specialized care, memory care costs around $4,409 per month. The most expensive option is a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home, averaging $5,075 per month. With such a range of options, you can discover a plan that suits both your preferences and budget.

Compared to other cities in the area, Lancaster is slightly more expensive. For instance, California City assisted living costs an average of $3,182 per month, and Tehachapi assisted living costs an average of $2,948 per month. On the flip side, Lancaster is significantly less expensive than the state average, which is $4,357 per month, and the national average of $4,546 per month.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Lancaster compares to California and the national average:

Lancaster residents have 7 senior living facilities to choose from. In the surrounding area, there are 531 communities, and the state offers a total of 1,923 facilities.

In Lancaster, California, seniors make up a significant 29.2% of the total population of 171,465. Within this group, 12.7% are in their 50s, 9.4% are in their 60s, 4.6% are in their 70s, and 2.5% are 80 and over. The population is closely balanced in terms of gender, with 50.3% male and 49.7% female residents. Marital status for seniors shows diversity, with 41.6% married, 11.2% divorced, 42.9% never married, and 4.4% widowed. Lancaster's senior community is diverse, with 45.3% identifying as Hispanic, 41.5% as White, and 21.2% as Black. There are 17.5% who identify as mixed race, 4.1% as Asian, 1.1% as Native American, and a minimal 0.1% as Pacific Islander. Moreover, 14.6% identify as other, reflecting the rich multicultural fabric of the city.