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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Columbia, MD

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Columbia, Maryland, is home to a sizable senior population, making up about 35.7% of its residents. With 10 senior living facilities in the city and a network of 267 in nearby areas, Columbia provides numerous options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes. The average cost for assisted living in Columbia stands at $5,420 per month, reflecting the region's investment in quality care. As you navigate the options available, this article will guide you through some of the best senior living communities in Columbia, highlighting those recognized for their excellent services, amenities, and comprehensive care to meet seniors' diverse needs.

52 Communities were found near Columbia, MD
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Regency Crest

Regency Crest

3305 Oak West Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (6.2 mi from city center)
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AllCare Advanced Home Care - Fulton

AllCare Advanced Home Care - Fulton

8495 Reservoir Rd, Ste A, Fulton, MD 20759 (6.2 mi from city center)
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Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
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9.2

Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City

3100 N Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (6.3 mi from city center)
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9.2
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Touching Angels Healthcare
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9.2

Touching Angels Healthcare

8455 Baltimore National Pike, Suite 6, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (6.5 mi from city center)
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9.2
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Humanity Assisted Living SVC's LLC
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9.8

Humanity Assisted Living SVC's LLC

15812 Kerr Rd, Laurel, MD 20707 (6.6 mi from city center)
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9.8
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Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City
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8.6

Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City

3004 N Ridge Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (6.6 mi from city center)
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8.6
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JemiSun Healthcare Services
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8.6

JemiSun Healthcare Services

14201 Laurel Park Dr, Ste 108, Laurel, MD 20707 (7 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.6
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Lorien Encore
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7.2

Lorien Encore

11150 Resort Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042 (7.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.2
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Morningside House of Laurel
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9.2

Morningside House of Laurel

7700 Cherry Ln, Laurel, MD 20707 (7.3 mi from city center)
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9.2
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LifeSpring
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9.2

LifeSpring

2200 Pleasant Villa Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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9.2
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Bwell Healthcare Inc
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9.2

Bwell Healthcare Inc

270 Brock Bridge Road, Laurel, MD 20724 (7.4 mi from city center)
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9.2
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Being There Senior Care, LLC
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9.2

Being There Senior Care, LLC

6023 Ivy League Drive, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.5 mi from city center)
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9.2
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Augustine Palm House Assisted Living
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9.8

Augustine Palm House Assisted Living

5756 Augustine Ave., Elkridge, MD 21075 (7.6 mi from city center)
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9.8
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Rolling Meadows
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9.8

Rolling Meadows

303 North Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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9.8
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Beechwood Assisted Living
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2

Beechwood Assisted Living

101 N. Beechwood Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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2
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Brightview Rolling Hills
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2

Brightview Rolling Hills

848 South Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.9 mi from city center)
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2
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Brightview Catonsville
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2

Brightview Catonsville

912 South Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 (7.9 mi from city center)
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2
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Park View at Laurel I
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2

Park View at Laurel I

9000 Briarcroft Ln, Laurel, MD 20708 (8.4 mi from city center)
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2
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The Willows at Victoria Falls
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8.5

The Willows at Victoria Falls

14001 Belle Chasse Blvd, Laurel, MD 20707 (8.8 mi from city center)
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8.5
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Angel's Touch Assisted Living
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8.5

Angel's Touch Assisted Living

12799 Buttercup Ct, West Friendship, MD 21794 (9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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The Greens at Rolling Road
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8.5

The Greens at Rolling Road

1505 North Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 (9.1 mi from city center)
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8.5
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Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
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5.3

Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

1525 N Rolling Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228 (9.1 mi from city center)
Nursing Home
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5.3
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Paradise Assisted Living
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8.1

Paradise Assisted Living

6348 Frederick Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 (9.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8.1
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Ideal Healthcare Solutions, LLC
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8.1

Ideal Healthcare Solutions, LLC

1055 Ingleside Ave., Suite 100, Catonsville, MD 21228 (9.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.1
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Touching Angels Health Residential Services
Our Rating:
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8.1

Touching Angels Health Residential Services

5602 Baltimore National Pike #505, Catonsville, MD 21228 (9.4 mi from city center)
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Map of Assisted Living in Columbia

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Regency Crest
  • AllCare Advanced Home Care - Fulton
  • Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
  • Touching Angels Healthcare
  • Humanity Assisted Living SVC's LLC
  • Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City
  • JemiSun Healthcare Services
  • Lorien Encore
  • Morningside House of Laurel
  • LifeSpring
  • Bwell Healthcare Inc
  • Being There Senior Care, LLC
  • Augustine Palm House Assisted Living
  • Rolling Meadows
  • Beechwood Assisted Living
  • Brightview Rolling Hills
  • Brightview Catonsville
  • Park View at Laurel I
  • The Willows at Victoria Falls
  • Angel's Touch Assisted Living
  • The Greens at Rolling Road
  • Meadow Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
  • Paradise Assisted Living
  • Ideal Healthcare Solutions, LLC
  • Touching Angels Health Residential Services

Senior Living Statistics for Columbia, Maryland

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


If you're looking for the least expensive senior living option in Columbia, Maryland, it's a detached cottage, which costs an average of $3,700 per month. Costs for care range up to $7,099 per month for a two-bedroom nursing home unit. There are several other types of care to choose from, including independent living at $3,895 per month and memory care at $6,702 per month. With this range of options, Columbia provides senior living arrangements to fit various needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $5,420
Memory Care $6,702
Independent Living $3,895
Nursing Home: Private Room $4,245
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,466
Nursing Home: Studio $5,968
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,780
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $7,099
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $3,700

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Columbia


The cost of assisted living in Columbia is slightly more expensive than other nearby cities at an average of $5,420 per month. For comparison, the average cost of assisted living in Baltimore is $5,100 per month, while Fort Meade averages $5,362 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Columbia $5,420

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Columbia compares to Maryland and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Columbia $5,420
Maryland $5,273
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Columbia


There are currently 10 senior living facilities to choose from in Columbia. Still considering where you or your loved one will settle? The surrounding area has 267 facilities to choose from, and there are a total of 548 facilities in the state of Maryland. With so many choices, you're likely to find the perfect community.
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Columbia

267

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Columbia Senior Demographics


In Columbia, Maryland, seniors comprise 35.7% of the 106,600 residents as of 2023, with a slightly higher female presence at 51.8% compared to 48.2% male. The age distribution among seniors includes 13.5% in their 50s, 10.9% in their 60s, 7.1% in their 70s, and 4.2% aged 80 and over. When exploring marital status, 48.5% of seniors are married, 11.5% are divorced, 34.6% have never married, and 5.5% are widowed. Columbia boasts a rich cultural tapestry, with senior demographics showing 47.7% White, 28.2% Black, and 13% Asian. Additionally, 9.1% of seniors are Hispanic, 8.2% are of mixed race, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.6% identify as other, reflecting the community's diverse and vibrant makeup.

Population

Columbia has a population of 106,600.
  • 48.2% Male
  • 51.8% Female

Marital Status

  • 48.5% Married
  • 11.5% Divorced
  • 34.6% Never Married
  • 5.5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 35.7% of the population.
  • 13.5% in their 50s
  • 10.9% in their 60s
  • 7.1% in their 70s
  • 4.2% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 47.7% White
  • 28.2% Black
  • 13% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 2.6% Identifying as Other
  • 8.2% Mixed Race
  • 9.1% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Columbia

Some of the least expensive options for senior living near Columbia, Maryland, include Westminster and Bel Air, which cost an average of $4,710 and $4,772 per month, respectively. A few of the most expensive cities for senior housing in the area are Bowie and Laurel, with monthly averages of $5,565 and $5,550, respectively.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Baltimore $5,100
Bowie $5,565
Pikesville $5,124
Catonsville $5,220
Annapolis $4,972
Ellicott City $5,323
Laurel $5,550
Towson $5,106
Pasadena $4,984
City Average Monthly Cost
Randallstown $5,269
Bel Air $4,772
Glen Burnie $4,970
Severna Park $4,969
Gambrills $5,209
Elkridge $5,314
Sykesville $5,402
Westminster $4,710
Owings Mills $5,126

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.