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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Des Moines, IA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Des Moines, IA area.

We found 43 communities near Des Moines, IA
Right at Home - Des Moines, IA

Right at Home - Des Moines, IA

2600 University Ave. Suite 210, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (7 mi from city center)
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Courtyard Estates at Cedar Pointe

Courtyard Estates at Cedar Pointe

6132 Northeast 12th Avenue, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 (7.3 mi from city center)
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TRUMARK Home Care - West Des Moines

TRUMARK Home Care - West Des Moines

1300 50th Street, Ste 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (7.3 mi from city center)
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Bickford of West Des Moines

Bickford of West Des Moines

5050 Hawthorne Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265 (7.8 mi from city center)
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Grand Living at Tower Place

Grand Living at Tower Place

540 South 51st Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265 (7.9 mi from city center)
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A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA

A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA

2301 West First Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (8 mi from city center)
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The Bridges at Ankeny

The Bridges at Ankeny

3510 NW Abilene Road, Ankeny, IA 50023 (8 mi from city center)
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Attivo Trail Ankeny

Attivo Trail Ankeny

1010 SW Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023 (8 mi from city center)
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Independence Village of Ankeny

Independence Village of Ankeny

1275 SW State Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (8.2 mi from city center)
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Woodlands Creek Senior Living

Woodlands Creek Senior Living

12675 Woodlands Pkwy, Clive, IA 50325 (8.3 mi from city center)
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Care By April

Care By April

801 SE Innsbruck Dr, Ankeny, IA 50021 (8.5 mi from city center)
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Regency Assisted Living

Regency Assisted Living

815 High Rd, Norwalk, IA 50211 (8.6 mi from city center)
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Glen Meadows Retirement

Glen Meadows Retirement

850 S 60th St #1000, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (8.7 mi from city center)
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Vintage Cooperative of Altoona

Vintage Cooperative of Altoona

1427 34th Ave SW, Altoona, IA 50009 (9 mi from city center)
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The Suites of Ankeny

The Suites of Ankeny

420 NW Ash Dr, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.1 mi from city center)
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Rock Creek Senior Living

Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.2 mi from city center)
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Edencrest at Timberline

Edencrest at Timberline

14001 Douglas Parkway, Urbandale, IA 50323 (9.2 mi from city center)
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Edencrest at The Tuscany

Edencrest at The Tuscany

1600 8th St SE, Altoona, IA 50009 (9.8 mi from city center)
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  • Right at Home - Des Moines, IA
  • Courtyard Estates at Cedar Pointe
  • TRUMARK Home Care - West Des Moines
  • Bickford of West Des Moines
  • Grand Living at Tower Place
  • A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA
  • The Bridges at Ankeny
  • Attivo Trail Ankeny
  • Independence Village of Ankeny
  • Woodlands Creek Senior Living
  • Care By April
  • Regency Assisted Living
  • Glen Meadows Retirement
  • Vintage Cooperative of Altoona
  • The Suites of Ankeny
  • Rock Creek Senior Living
  • Edencrest at Timberline
  • Edencrest at The Tuscany

Senior Living Statistics for Des Moines, Iowa

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Des Moines varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Des Moines
Assisted Living $4,313
Memory Care $4,319
Independent Living $2,873
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,349
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,293
Nursing Home: Studio $4,740
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,170
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Des Moines


In 2024, the cost of living in Des Moines 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
Des Moines $4,313
Pleasant Hill $4,339
Windsor Heights $4,280

Here is how the cost of living in Des Moines compares to Iowa and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Des Moines $4,313
Iowa $4,268
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Des Moines


Number of senior living facilities in:

Des Moines

9

Surrounding Area

65

Iowa

230

Cities Near Des Moines

Not set on Des Moines? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
West Des Moines $4,366
Ankeny $4,451
Urbandale $4,359
City Average Cost
Waukee $4,405
Indianola $4,634
Johnston $4,409
City Average Cost
Norwalk $4,369
Perry $4,457

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.