Best Assisted Living Facilities in Urbandale, IA

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

If you're looking into senior living options in Urbandale, Iowa, you'll find detailed information on care, costs, and amenities to guide your decision. The city hosts seven senior living communities, offering a range of options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes. Assisted living in Urbandale averages $4,359 per month. With seniors making up about 33.3% of the population, finding the right care is a priority. Understanding the challenges of selecting the best option, this article highlights some of Urbandale's top assisted living communities to help you choose the ideal place for yourself or your loved one.

38 Communities were found near Urbandale, IA
Alice Place Apartments

Alice Place Apartments

255 SE Brick, Waukee, IA 50263 (5.6 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Glen Meadows Retirement
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Glen Meadows Retirement

850 S 60th St #1000, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (5.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Beaver and Adams
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Beaver and Adams

2929 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310 (5.7 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Edgewater
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Edgewater

9225 Cascade Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266 (6.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
3801 Grand Retirement Campus
Our Rating:
of 5
2

3801 Grand Retirement Campus

3801 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312 (6.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Ramsey Village
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Ramsey Village

1611 27th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310 (6.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Golden Heart Senior Care - Des Moines
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Golden Heart Senior Care - Des Moines

2400 NW 86th St #6, Urbandale, IA 50322 (8.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Connect55 Plus Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Connect55 Plus Ankeny

1225 SW. 28th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.5 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Rock Creek Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Rock Creek Senior Living

3602 NW 5th Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
The Rose of East Des Moines
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

The Rose of East Des Moines

1331 Idaho Street, Des Moines, IA 50316 (9.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
Attivo Trail Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Attivo Trail Ankeny

1010 SW Magazine Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.9 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA
Our Rating:
of 5
8

A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA

2301 West First Street, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
The Bridges at Ankeny
Our Rating:
of 5
8

The Bridges at Ankeny

3510 NW Abilene Road, Ankeny, IA 50023 (9.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Map of Assisted Living in Urbandale

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Alice Place Apartments
  • Glen Meadows Retirement
  • Beaver and Adams
  • Edgewater
  • 3801 Grand Retirement Campus
  • Ramsey Village
  • Golden Heart Senior Care - Des Moines
  • Connect55 Plus Ankeny
  • Rock Creek Senior Living
  • The Rose of East Des Moines
  • Attivo Trail Ankeny
  • A Plus Home Care Services - Ankeny, IA
  • The Bridges at Ankeny

Senior Living Statistics for Urbandale, Iowa

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Independent living is the least expensive type of senior living in Urbandale, Iowa, starting at $2,871 per month. The most costly option is a semi-private room in a nursing home, which averages $6,031 per month. There are several other options at various price points, including assisted living at $4,359 per month and memory care at $4,365. For those looking at nursing home accommodations, a private room costs around $5,369, a studio is $4,831, and a one-bedroom unit averages $5,171, providing a broad range of choices to meet diverse needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,359
Memory Care $4,365
Independent Living $2,871
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,369
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,031
Nursing Home: Studio $4,831
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,171

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Urbandale


Urbandale assisted living communities cost $4,359 per month on average. This is slightly more expensive than average assisted living costs in nearby cities like Des Moines and Windsor Heights, which cost $4,313 per month and $4,280 per month, respectively.
City Average Monthly Cost
Urbandale $4,359

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Urbandale compares to Iowa and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Urbandale $4,359
Iowa $4,268
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Urbandale


Urbandale offers several options for senior living communities—7 to be exact. For those who are not set on living in Urbandale, there are 65 facilities in the surrounding area and 229 throughout Iowa.
7

Urbandale

65

Surrounding Area

229

Iowa

Urbandale Senior Demographics


Approximately 33.3% of Urbandale, Iowa's 45,591 residents are seniors. This senior population includes 12.6% in their 50s, 11.6% in their 60s, 6.1% in their 70s, and 3% in their 80s and over. The gender distribution among Urbandale's seniors skews slightly more male, with men making up 50.5% and women 49.5%. Regarding marital status, 60.1% of seniors are married, 8.9% are divorced, 26.6% never married, and 4.5% are widowed. As for racial diversity, the senior community is predominantly White at 85.9%, with 5.2% Asian, 4.3% Black, 3.2% mixed race, 5.7% Hispanic, 0.2% Native American, and 1.1% identifying as other, reflecting a primarily White demographic with various other ethnic groups.

Population

Urbandale has a population of 45,591.
  • 50.5% Male
  • 49.5% Female

Marital Status

  • 60.1% Married
  • 8.9% Divorced
  • 26.6% Never Married
  • 4.5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 33.3% of the population.
  • 12.6% in their 50s
  • 11.6% in their 60s
  • 6.1% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 85.9% White
  • 4.3% Black
  • 5.2% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 1.1% Identifying as Other
  • 3.2% Mixed Race
  • 5.7% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Urbandale

There are several cities offering senior housing near Urbandale, Iowa, including West Des Moines, Des Moines, Ankeny, and Waukee. The most affordable option in the region is Des Moines, with average monthly costs of $4,313. Indianola is the most expensive nearby city, with average senior living costs of $4,634 per month.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
West Des Moines $4,366
Des Moines $4,313
Ankeny $4,451
Waukee $4,405
City Average Monthly Cost
Johnston $4,409
Indianola $4,634
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.

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.