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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.

We found 67 communities near San Marcos, CA
Brookdale Oceanside

Brookdale Oceanside

3524 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (7.6 mi from city center)
Citrus Garden Residential Care

Citrus Garden Residential Care

704 Via Ladera, Escondido, CA 92029 (7.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Everest at Oceanside

Everest at Oceanside

3500 Lake Boulevard, Oceanside, CA 92056 (7.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living

Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living

4550 Mystra Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living
of 5
Julia's Cottage at the Hills

Julia's Cottage at the Hills

2150 Steiger Ln, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside

Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside

5508 Avenida Pacifica Way, Oceanside, CA 92057 (8.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Sunrise of La Costa

Sunrise of La Costa

7020 Manzanita Street, Carlsbad, CA 92011 (8.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
La Costa Golf Care

La Costa Golf Care

2702 La Costa Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92009 (8.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Tenenbaum Villa

Tenenbaum Villa

3463 Circulo Adorno, Carlsbad, CA 92009 (8.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Sunrise of Oceanside

Sunrise of Oceanside

4845 Mesa Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Oakmont of Escondido Hills

Oakmont of Escondido Hills

3012 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025 (8.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Senior Home Services

Senior Home Services

1259 Natoma Way Unit A, Oceanside, CA 92057 (8.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch

Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch

4490 Mesa Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056 (8.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
Hillside Garden

Hillside Garden

4892 Hillside Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
JM Care Staffing

JM Care Staffing

156 Avenida Descanso #E, Oceanside, CA 92057 (9.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
of 5
Carlsbad Elder Care

Carlsbad Elder Care

1840 Bienvenida Circle, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care
of 5
Bayshire Carlsbad

Bayshire Carlsbad

3140 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
of 5
  • Brookdale Oceanside
  • Citrus Garden Residential Care
  • Everest at Oceanside
  • Ocean Hills Senior Living Independent Living
  • Julia's Cottage at the Hills
  • Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside
  • Sunrise of La Costa
  • La Costa Golf Care
  • Tenenbaum Villa
  • Sunrise of Oceanside
  • Oakmont of Escondido Hills
  • Senior Home Services
  • Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch
  • Hillside Garden
  • JM Care Staffing
  • Carlsbad Elder Care
  • Bayshire Carlsbad

Senior Living Statistics for San Marcos, California

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in San Marcos varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in San Marcos
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

Cost of Living in San Marcos


In 2024, the cost of living in San Marcos includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
San Marcos $4,869
Murrieta $3,486
French Valley $3,249

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

Available Senior Living Facilities in San Marcos


Number of senior living facilities in:

San Marcos

9

Surrounding Area

188

California

2078

San Marcos 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 46,648.
  • 49.7% Male
  • 50.3% Female

Marital Status:

  • 48.2% Married
  • 9.3% Divorced
  • 36.7% Never Married
  • 5.8% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 30.7% of the population.
  • 13.1% in their 50s
  • 8.4% in their 60s
  • 5.9% in their 70s
  • 3.3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 57.4% White
  • 2% Black
  • 10.9% Asian
  • 1% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 13.8% Identifying as Other
  • 14.9% Mixed Race
  • 45.9% Hispanic

Cities Near San Marcos

Not set on San Marcos? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
San Diego $4,570
Escondido $4,676
Carlsbad $4,856
Oceanside $4,552
Vista $4,689
City Average Cost
Chula Vista $4,363
La Mesa $4,711
Encinitas $4,726
Poway $4,577
El Cajon $4,502
City Average Cost
Lemon Grove $4,579
Fallbrook $4,318
San Clemente $4,325

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.