Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Cruz, CA
Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Santa Cruz, CA area.
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Westwind Memory Care
160 Jewell Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (0.9 mi from city center)
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
80 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (1.1 mi from city center)
Care From The Heart
3143 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 (2.8 mi from city center)
Paradise Villa
2177 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (2.9 mi from city center)
Brookdale Scotts Valley
100 Lockewood Lane, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 (4.8 mi from city center)
Familiar Surroundings Home Care
2901 Park Avenue, C-3, Soquel, CA 95073 (5.4 mi from city center)
Aegis of Aptos
125 Heather Terrace, Aptos, CA 95003 (6.7 mi from city center)
Touched By Angels Home Care
603 Cliff Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 (8 mi from city center)Map of Assisted Living in Santa Cruz
Find the right senior living community by location- Westwind Memory Care
- Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
- Care From The Heart
- Paradise Villa
- Brookdale Scotts Valley
- Familiar Surroundings Home Care
- Aegis of Aptos
- Touched By Angels Home Care
Senior Living Statistics for Santa Cruz, California
Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type
The cost of senior housing in Santa Cruz 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 | $5,104 |
| Memory Care | $5,968 |
| Independent Living | $5,425 |
| Nursing Home: Private Room | $5,545 |
| Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room | $6,700 |
| Nursing Home: Studio | $5,593 |
| Nursing Home: One Bedroom | $7,465 |
| Nursing Home: Two Bedroom | N/A |
| Nursing Home: Detached Cottage | N/A |
Average Cost of Assisted Living in Santa Cruz
The following is the average monthly cost of assisted living in Santa Cruz based on 2024 data.
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | $5,104 |
| Gilroy | $4,128 |
| San Juan Bautista | $4,110 |
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Santa Cruz compares to California and the national average:
| Area | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | $5,104 |
| California | $4,357 |
| United States | $4,546 |
Senior Living Availability in Santa Cruz
Number of senior living facilities in:
Santa Cruz
Surrounding Area
California
Santa Cruz Senior Demographics
Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Santa Cruz, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.
Population
Santa Cruz has a population of 61,367.- 49.4% Male
- 50.6% Female
Marital Status
- 31% Married
- 9.4% Divorced
- 57% Never Married
- 2.6% Widowed
Age
Seniors make up about 27.4% of the population.- 9.8% in their 50s
- 8.8% in their 60s
- 6.4% in their 70s
- 2.4% in their 80s
Diversity
- 67.7% White
- 2.2% Black
- 10.1% Asian
- 1% Native
- 0.1% Pacific
- 7.5% Identifying as Other
- 11.4% Mixed Race
- 21.2% Hispanic
Senior Living Ratings Methodology
Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.
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.