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Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Marcos, CA

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

83 Communities were found near San Marcos, CA
Hilltop Country Estate

Hilltop Country Estate

28661 Meadow Glen Way W, Escondido, CA 92026 (7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Dependable Home Care Services, LLC

Dependable Home Care Services, LLC

1362 Lagan Ave, Vista, CA 92083 (7.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Alta Vista Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Alta Vista Senior Living

2041 W Vista Way, Vista, CA 92083 (7.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Brookdale Oceanside
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Brookdale Oceanside

3524 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (7.4 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Everest at Oceanside
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Everest at Oceanside

3500 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (7.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Angie's House by Generations
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Angie's House by Generations

8110 Twilight Point Way, San Diego, CA 92127 (7.7 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Oakmont of Escondido Hills

3012 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025 (7.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Whole Life Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Whole Life Home Care

2235 Encinitas Blvd Suite 203, Encinitas, CA 92024 (7.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Avocado Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Avocado Gardens

1159 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024 (7.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Madeleine's Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Madeleine's Senior Living

2880 Wanek Rd, Escondido, CA 92027 (8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Carlsbad Elder Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Carlsbad Elder Care

1840 Bienvenida Circle, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (8.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Hillside Garden
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Hillside Garden

4892 Hillside Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (8.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas

504 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024 (8.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Silverado Encinitas
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Silverado Encinitas

335 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024 (8.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living

4550 Mystra Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Julia's Cottage at the Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Julia's Cottage at the Hills

2150 Steiger Ln, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care

1350 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024 (8.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
At Home Nursing Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

At Home Nursing Care

171 Saxony Road, Ste 104, Encinitas, CA 92024 (8.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
ActivCare at 4S Ranch
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

ActivCare at 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Road, San Diego, CA 92127 (8.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Forest View Guest Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Forest View Guest Home

1145 Evergreen lane, Vista, CA 92084 (8.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
The Gardens - Carlsbad
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Gardens - Carlsbad

4380 Highland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (8.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Bayshire Carlsbad
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Bayshire Carlsbad

3140 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Westmont of Encinitas
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Westmont of Encinitas

1920 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024 (9.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9
Sunrise of Oceanside
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Sunrise of Oceanside

4845 Mesa Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (9.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch

4490 Mesa Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (9.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Map of Assisted Living in San Marcos

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Hilltop Country Estate
  • Dependable Home Care Services, LLC
  • Alta Vista Senior Living
  • Brookdale Oceanside
  • Everest at Oceanside
  • Angie's House by Generations
  • Oakmont of Escondido Hills
  • Whole Life Home Care
  • Avocado Gardens
  • Madeleine's Senior Living
  • Carlsbad Elder Care
  • Hillside Garden
  • Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
  • Silverado Encinitas
  • Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living
  • Julia's Cottage at the Hills
  • Summerfield of Encinitas Memory Care
  • At Home Nursing Care
  • ActivCare at 4S Ranch
  • Forest View Guest Home
  • The Gardens - Carlsbad
  • Bayshire Carlsbad
  • Westmont of Encinitas
  • Sunrise of Oceanside
  • Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch

Senior Living Statistics for San Marcos, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


The cost of senior housing in San Marcos varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care. The following is the average monthly cost of senior housing based on data from 2023-2024.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,869
Memory Care $6,220
Independent Living $5,184
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,500
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,643
Nursing Home: Studio $5,226
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,787
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,689
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $8,576

Average Cost of Assisted Living in San Marcos


The following is the average monthly cost of assisted living in San Marcos based on 2024 data.
City Average Monthly Cost
San Marcos $4,869
Murrieta $3,486
French Valley $3,249

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in San Marcos compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
San Marcos $4,869
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in San Marcos


Number of senior living facilities in:
9

San Marcos

180

Surrounding Area

1923

California

San Marcos Senior Demographics


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

Population

San Marcos has a population of 94,360.
  • 50.3% Male
  • 49.7% Female

Marital Status

  • 52.2% Married
  • 9.6% Divorced
  • 33% Never Married
  • 5.2% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 29.2% of the population.
  • 11.5% in their 50s
  • 8.7% in their 60s
  • 5.6% in their 70s
  • 3.4% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 60.5% White
  • 1.7% Black
  • 10.4% Asian
  • 0.7% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 10.9% Identifying as Other
  • 15.6% Mixed Race
  • 39.8% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near San Marcos

Not set on assisted living in San Marcos? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
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
La Mesa $4,711
Encinitas $4,726
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.