Best Assisted Living Facilities in Glen Ellyn, IL

The most affordable option for senior housing in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, is a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home, which costs $3,432 per month on average. Assisted living is slightly more expensive, with an average cost of $5,807 per month. If you're looking at the more costly end of the spectrum, independent living averages $5,937 per month. Other nursing home options include a private room at $5,827, a semi-private room at $5,907, a studio for $6,005, and a one-bedroom unit at $6,202, providing a range of choices to suit different preferences and needs.

On average, assisted living costs $5,807 per month in Glen Ellyn, which is more than some other cities in the area, including Westmont ($5,644 per month) and Lisle ($5,634 per month). However, Glen Ellyn assisted living costs are higher than both the Illinois state average of $5,101 per month and the average cost for the United States as a whole ($4,546 per month).
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Glen Ellyn compares to Illinois and the national average:

In Glen Ellyn, there are 4 senior living communities. For those who aren't set on Glen Ellyn, there are 557 facilities in the surrounding area and 810 in the state of Illinois.

In Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 38.9% of the town’s total population of 28,304 are seniors, offering a rich tapestry of life experiences to the community. Among these seniors, the gender balance is close, with 49.4% male and 50.6% female. As for age distribution, 13.6% are in their 50s, 11.9% are in their 60s, 8.6% in their 70s, and 4.8% are 80 and older. Marital status varies, with 60.6% married, 6.9% divorced, 25.9% never married, and 6.5% widowed. Regarding diversity, Glen Ellyn’s seniors are predominantly 82.4% White, alongside 9% Asian and 5.5% Hispanic populations. Smaller communities include 2.7% Black, 0.1% Native American, 4.7% identifying as mixed race, and 1% as other, reflecting a blend of cultures and traditions.