Best Assisted Living Facilities in Columbia, IL

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Columbia, IL area.

Columbia, Illinois, offers a variety of senior living options to meet the diverse needs of its older residents, who make up about 36.4% of the population. Within the city, there are two senior living facilities, while the surrounding area provides access to an additional 247 options. Whether you're looking at independent living, assisted living, or memory care, there's a suitable community available. Assisted living costs in Columbia average $4,964 per month, aligning with both local amenities and care quality. In this article, we'll explore some of the top-rated senior living facilities in and around Columbia, helping you make an informed decision about the best environment for your loved one.

228 Communities were found near Columbia, IL
Garden Place Columbia
Our Rating:
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4.5

Garden Place Columbia

480 DD Rd, Columbia, IL 62236 (0.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Garden Place Columbia provides a nurturing and personalized boutique environment for a range of seniors, from those who wish to remain largely independent to those who require a bit more care with assisted living services.

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4.5
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Reflections of Garden Place
Our Rating:
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5

Reflections of Garden Place

710 S Main, Columbia, IL 62236 (1.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Reflections at Garden Place is Monroe County's first memory-supported assisted living community, offering a cozy, family-like atmosphere with 19 private apartments.

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5
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Bethesda Terrace
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Bethesda Terrace

2535 Oakmont Terrace Dr, St. Louis, MO 63129 (5.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living

Bethesda Terrace is an independent living retirement community in St. Louis, MO, offering a wide range of amenities, gourmet dining, and social events.

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5
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Nazareth Living Center a CCRC
Our Rating:
of 5
3.5

Nazareth Living Center a CCRC

2 Nazareth Lane, St. Louis, MO 63129 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Nazareth Living Center is a nonprofit, full-service Continuum of Care Community (CCRC) offering a range of living options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services.

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3.5
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Community Care of Lemay
Our Rating:
of 5
3

Community Care of Lemay

9353 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63125 (6.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living Nursing Home

Community Care Center of Lemay is a 60-bed skilled nursing facility located in south St. Louis County.

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3
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Studio - Starting at $1,500 per month
One Bedroom - Starting at $2,000 per month
Two Bedroom - Starting at $2,500 per month
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $3,500 per month
Garden Place of Millstadt
Our Rating:
of 5
4

Garden Place of Millstadt

208 South Kossuth, Millstadt, IL 62260 (6.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Garden Place Senior Living Millstadt offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in a home-like environment.

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4
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Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village
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3

Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village

4005 Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125 (7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village is a senior living community providing personalized care to St. Louis seniors, encouraging them to live as independently as possible.

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3
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Altenheim St. Louis
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Altenheim St. Louis

5408 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63111 (7.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

St. Louis Altenheim is a boutique senior living residence offering independent living, supported care, memory care, skilled nursing care, and respite stays.

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4.5
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Charless Place
Our Rating:
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4.5

Charless Place

4431 S Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63111 (8.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Charless Place is an independent 55+ community offering newly renovated 1 or 2 bedroom apartment homes with various amenities.

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4.5
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Technology center
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One Bedroom - Starting at $31,320 per month
Two Bedroom - Starting at $35,260 per month
Holiday Orchid Terrace
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Holiday Orchid Terrace

4474 Butler Hill Road, St. Louis, MO 63128 (8.3 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

A welcoming, active independent living community in St. Louis, MO, offering dining, housekeeping, linen service, and social events.

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5
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Chapel View Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
5

Chapel View Apartments

4249 Michigan Ave, St. Louis, MO 63111 (8.4 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments

Chapel View Apartments offers 10 floors of spacious newly renovated studio and one-bedroom units in St. Louis, Missouri.

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5
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Garden Place of Waterloo
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of 5
5

Garden Place of Waterloo

735 Columbia Avenue, Waterloo, IL 62298 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Garden Place Waterloo is a charming senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Waterloo, IL.

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5
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Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care

9916 Reavis Road, Affton, MO 63123 (8.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services in Affton, MO.

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4.5
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Cedarhurst of Waterloo
Our Rating:
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4.5

Cedarhurst of Waterloo

526 Legacy Drive, Waterloo, IL 62298 (8.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Cedarhurst of Waterloo offers assisted living and memory care services in a welcoming community with expansive courtyards and a gazebo.

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4.5
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Library
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Screening room
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Mattis Pointe
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Mattis Pointe

4962 Mattis Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 (8.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Mattis Pointe Senior Living is an Assisted Living community located at 4962 Mattis Road in Saint Louis, MO, offering assisted living and memory care services.

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4.5
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Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights
Our Rating:
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4.5

Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights

12335 W Bend Dr, St. Louis, MO 63128 (9.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living

Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights provides independent and assisted living to seniors in St. Louis, Missouri, offering a variety of activities and amenities in a peaceful suburban neighborhood.

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4.5
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Studio - Starting at $2,875 per month
One Bedroom - Starting at $3,475 per month
Two Bedroom - Starting at $4,800 per month
Bavarian Tower
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Bavarian Tower

4627 Ridgewood Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116 (9.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living

Bavarian Tower is an independent living community located in St. Louis, MO.

Our Rating:
of 5
4.5
Garden Villas South
Our Rating:
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4.5

Garden Villas South

13457 Tesson Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 (9.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Garden Villas South is a senior living community offering Independent Retirement Living, Assisted Living, and Enriched Memory Care with enhanced on-site services and specialists.

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4.5
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One Bedroom - Starting at $2,300 per month
Delmar Gardens South
Our Rating:
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4.5

Delmar Gardens South

5300 Butler Hill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 (9.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care Nursing Home

Delmar Gardens South provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and memory care services in St. Louis, MO.

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4.5
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Cedarhurst of Arnold
Our Rating:
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4.5

Cedarhurst of Arnold

2069 Missouri State Rd., Arnold, MO 63010 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Cedarhurst of Arnold is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services in Arnold, MO.

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4.5
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Benedictine Living at The Shrine
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Benedictine Living at The Shrine

726 Community Dr, Belleville, IL 62223 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Nursing Home

Benedictine Living at The Shrine is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care in a faith-based environment.

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4.5
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Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis
Our Rating:
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4.5

Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis

5342 Butler Hill Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128 (9.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis provides professional and sensitive care for individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive impairments.

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4.5
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Home Helpers of Arnold & Festus, MO
Our Rating:
of 5
4.5

Home Helpers of Arnold & Festus, MO

3685 West Outer Rd Suite 2B, Arnold, MO 63010 (10 mi from city center)
Home Care

Home Helpers of Arnold & Festus provides home care services tailored to the unique needs of each individual, ensuring they can maintain their independence and age gracefully in their own homes.

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4.5
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Meadowview Memory Care
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of 5
4

Meadowview Memory Care

508 Woodlands Meadow Dr, Arnold, MO 63010 (10 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Meadowview Memory Care provides specialized around-the-clock care for seniors who have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia.

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4
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Meadowview Assisted Living at the Woodlands
Our Rating:
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3.5

Meadowview Assisted Living at the Woodlands

100 Woodlands Ct, Arnold, MO 63010 (10.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Meadowview Memory Care at the Woodlands of Arnold provides memory care services in a home-like setting with 24-hour staffing, assistance with daily living activities, and medication management.

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3.5
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Map of Assisted Living in Columbia

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Garden Place Columbia
  • Reflections of Garden Place
  • Bethesda Terrace
  • Nazareth Living Center a CCRC
  • Community Care of Lemay
  • Garden Place of Millstadt
  • Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village
  • Altenheim St. Louis
  • Charless Place
  • Holiday Orchid Terrace
  • Chapel View Apartments
  • Garden Place of Waterloo
  • Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care
  • Cedarhurst of Waterloo
  • Mattis Pointe
  • Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights
  • Bavarian Tower
  • Garden Villas South
  • Delmar Gardens South
  • Cedarhurst of Arnold
  • Benedictine Living at The Shrine
  • Avalon Memory Care - St. Louis
  • Home Helpers of Arnold & Festus, MO
  • Meadowview Memory Care
  • Meadowview Assisted Living at the Woodlands

Senior Living Statistics for Columbia, Illinois

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Senior housing costs in Columbia, Illinois, start at an average of $3,886 per month for independent living. Prices can range up to $5,608 per month for a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home. There are plenty of options at price points in between, including assisted living at $4,964 per month, memory care at $4,940, and a private room in a nursing home at $4,712. For those considering nursing home options, a semi-private room averages $5,060, while a studio comes in at $4,752 per month. Columbia offers a variety of housing options to cater to different needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,964
Memory Care $4,940
Independent Living $3,886
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,712
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,060
Nursing Home: Studio $4,752
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,608

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Columbia


When compared to the nationwide average for assisted living costs ($4,546 per month), Columbia is pricier at $4,964 per month. On the other hand, assisted living in Columbia is more expensive than in other nearby cities, such as Shiloh ($4,701 per month) and Freeburg ($4,666 per month).
City Average Monthly Cost
Columbia $4,964
Shiloh $4,701
Freeburg $4,666

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Columbia compares to Illinois and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Columbia $4,964
Illinois $5,101
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Columbia


If you don't find the senior living option that's right for you in Columbia, there are many options outside of the city. There are 247 facilities to choose from in the surrounding area, while there are a total of 913 facilities in the entire state of Illinois. With these possibilities, you're likely to find a community that fits your preferences.
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Columbia Senior Demographics


In Columbia, Illinois, seniors represent 36.4% of the overall population of 11,036 individuals. Among these seniors, there is a fairly even gender split, with 49.9% male and 50.1% female. Age-wise, 13.4% are in their 50s, 12.6% in their 60s, 6% in their 70s, and 4.4% are 80 and older. Marital status among seniors shows 60.3% are married, 10.8% are divorced, 24% have never been married, and 4.9% are widowed. The senior demographic in Columbia is predominantly White at 95.3%, with small fractions of 1% Black, 0.4% Asian, 1.7% mixed race, 1.6% identifying as other, and 1.2% Hispanic, indicating a largely homogeneous community.

Population

Columbia has a population of 11,036.
  • 49.9% Male
  • 50.1% Female

Marital Status

  • 60.3% Married
  • 10.8% Divorced
  • 24% Never Married
  • 4.9% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 36.4% of the population.
  • 13.4% in their 50s
  • 12.6% in their 60s
  • 6% in their 70s
  • 4.4% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 95.3% White
  • 1% Black
  • 0.4% Asian
  • 1.6% Identifying as Other
  • 1.7% Mixed Race
  • 1.2% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Columbia

The average cost of senior living in nearby cities around Columbia, Illinois, ranges from $4,097 per month in Washington to $4,924 per month in Collinsville. Prices are fairly consistent across other neighboring cities, such as St. Louis, Chesterfield, Belleville, and Swansea, with each offering unique options to suit different needs for senior living.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
St. Louis $4,687
Florissant $4,765
Chesterfield $4,711
St. Peters $4,754
Belleville $4,855
Washington $4,097
Ellisville $4,687
Wentzville $4,648
Collinsville $4,924
City Average Monthly Cost
Webster Groves $4,711
Creve Coeur $4,698
Alton $4,720
Kirkwood $4,718
Edwardsville $4,734
Arnold $4,636
Godfrey $4,755
Warrenton $4,429
Swansea $4,846

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.