Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palm Desert, CA

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

In Palm Desert, California, seniors represent a sizable portion of the community, making up approximately 56% of the population. This has led to the development of a variety of senior living options within the city, including eight dedicated facilities offering services from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing homes. The average cost for assisted living here is $3,653 per month, providing an affordable choice within the state. Whether you reside here or are considering relocating for senior care, this guide will present some of the best assisted living options in Palm Desert, helping you find the ideal setting for your loved one's golden years.

24 Communities were found near Palm Desert, CA
Bella Villaggio
Our Rating:
of 5
5.6

Bella Villaggio

40-235 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (0.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
5.6
Atria Palm Desert
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Atria Palm Desert

44300 San Pascual Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (0.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
10
Legend Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Legend Gardens

73685 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
10
Revel Palm Desert
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Revel Palm Desert

74300 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (1.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
Atria Hacienda
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

Atria Hacienda

44600 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (1.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9
The Carlotta
Our Rating:
of 5
8

The Carlotta

41505 Carlotta Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (1.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Oakmont of Segovia
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Oakmont of Segovia

39905 Via Scena, Palm Desert, CA 92260 (1.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
La Bella Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
8

La Bella Gardens

72-331 Magnesia Falls, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (1.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Brookdale Mirage Inn
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Brookdale Mirage Inn

72750 Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Comfort Keepers
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Comfort Keepers

42-800 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (2.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Bayshire Rancho Mirage
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Bayshire Rancho Mirage

72201 Country Club Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (2.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Right at Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Right at Home

71780 San Jacinto Ste F3, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (2.5 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Affordable Companion Care Inc.
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Affordable Companion Care Inc.

78206 Varner Road #D1, Palm Desert, CA 92211 (4.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

70201 Mirage Cove Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (4.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
The Palms at La Quinta
Our Rating:
of 5
8

The Palms at La Quinta

45190 Seeley Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 (4.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Atria Rancho Mirage
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Atria Rancho Mirage

34560 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (4.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
The Palms at LaQuinta
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

The Palms at LaQuinta

45160 Seeley Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 (4.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Caleo Bay Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Caleo Bay Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care

47805 Caleo Bay Drive, La Quinta, CA 92253 (5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Senior Helpers - Thousand Palms, CA
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Senior Helpers - Thousand Palms, CA

72096 Dunham Way Suite H, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 (6.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Cielo Vista Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Cielo Vista Apartments

81820 Shadow Palm Ave, Indio, CA 92201 (7.8 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Christiansen Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Christiansen Apartments

81901 Shadow Palm Avenue, Indio, CA 92201 (7.8 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Horizon Independent Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Horizon Independent Senior Living

67670 Carey Rd, Cathedral City, CA 92234 (7.9 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Desert Cottage II
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Desert Cottage II

83421 Matador Ct., Indio, CA 92203 (9.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
Desert Cottage
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Desert Cottage

83617 Himalaya Dr., Indio, CA 92203 (9.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Map of Assisted Living in Palm Desert

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Bella Villaggio
  • Atria Palm Desert
  • Legend Gardens
  • Revel Palm Desert
  • Atria Hacienda
  • The Carlotta
  • Oakmont of Segovia
  • La Bella Gardens
  • Brookdale Mirage Inn
  • Comfort Keepers
  • Bayshire Rancho Mirage
  • Right at Home
  • Affordable Companion Care Inc.
  • Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage
  • The Palms at La Quinta
  • Atria Rancho Mirage
  • The Palms at LaQuinta
  • Caleo Bay Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care
  • Senior Helpers - Thousand Palms, CA
  • Cielo Vista Apartments
  • Christiansen Apartments
  • Horizon Independent Senior Living
  • Desert Cottage II
  • Desert Cottage

Senior Living Statistics for Palm Desert, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Palm Desert, California offers a variety of senior living options at diverse price points. The least expensive option is assisted living, averaging $3,653 per month, while on the higher end, you have a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home, which averages $6,737 per month. Other relatively affordable choices include independent living at $4,315 and a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home priced at $5,595. With such a wide range of options, finding the right fit for your needs and budget is certainly achievable.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $3,653
Memory Care $5,009
Independent Living $4,315
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,459
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,762
Nursing Home: Studio $5,718
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,737
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $5,595

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Palm Desert


Compared to other cities in the area, Palm Desert is slightly more expensive. For instance, Twentynine Palms assisted living costs an average of $2,599 per month, and Homestead Valley assisted living costs an average of $2,838 per month. On the flip side, Palm Desert is less expensive than the California state average of $4,357 per month and the national average of $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Palm Desert $3,653

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Palm Desert compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Palm Desert $3,653
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Palm Desert


Seniors in Palm Desert can choose from 8 senior living facilities, and there are 239 communities in the surrounding area. In total, California has 1,923 senior living options.
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Palm Desert

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Surrounding Area

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Palm Desert Senior Demographics


Palm Desert, California, boasts a significant senior population, comprising 56% of its 51,290 residents. Among these seniors, a larger proportion are female, with 53.1% compared to 46.9% male. Age-wise, the breakdown is diverse: 11.5% are in their 50s, 16.8% in their 60s, 16.2% in their 70s, and 11.5% are in their 80s and over. Regarding marital status, 50% of seniors are married, 15.9% are divorced, 25.3% have never been married, and 8.9% are widowed, each reflecting different paths in life. In terms of diversity, 70.8% of Palm Desert seniors are White, with 24% identifying as Hispanic and 13.4% as mixed race. Smaller demographics include 4.3% Asian, 2.9% Black, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Pacific, and 7.6% identifying as other, showcasing a varied and culturally rich community.

Population

Palm Desert has a population of 51,290.
  • 46.9% Male
  • 53.1% Female

Marital Status

  • 50% Married
  • 15.9% Divorced
  • 25.3% Never Married
  • 8.9% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 56% of the population.
  • 11.5% in their 50s
  • 16.8% in their 60s
  • 16.2% in their 70s
  • 11.5% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 70.8% White
  • 2.9% Black
  • 4.3% Asian
  • 0.7% Native
  • 0.3% Pacific
  • 7.6% Identifying as Other
  • 13.4% Mixed Race
  • 24% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Palm Desert

The average cost of senior housing in cities near Palm Desert, California, offers a variety of affordable options. Prices range from $3,240 per month in Hemet to $3,876 in Corona. Other nearby cities worth considering include Riverside ($3,537), Rancho Cucamonga ($3,707), Moreno Valley ($3,245), and Palm Springs ($3,429), providing seniors with numerous choices to fit different needs and budgets.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Riverside $3,537
Hemet $3,240
Rancho Cucamonga $3,707
Redlands $3,292
Murrieta $3,486
Corona $3,876
Upland $3,721
Claremont $3,829
Moreno Valley $3,245
City Average Monthly Cost
San Bernardino $3,672
Victorville $3,386
Rancho Mirage $3,579
Apple Valley $3,324
Temecula $3,471
Palm Springs $3,429
Ontario $3,755
Wildomar $3,745
Montclair $3,789

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.