Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kensington, MD

The most affordable option for senior housing in Kensington, Maryland, is independent living, which costs $4,745 per month on average. Assisted living is another option, with an average monthly cost of $5,849. On the higher end, the most expensive option is a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home, costing an average of $9,002 per month. Other nursing home choices include a private room at $6,014, a semi-private room at $5,417, a studio at $7,150, and a one-bedroom unit averaging $7,364. These options offer varied arrangements to suit different preferences and budgets.

Compared to other cities in the area, Kensington is slightly more expensive. For instance, Ashton-Sandy Spring assisted living costs an average of $5,723 per month, and Berwyn Heights assisted living costs an average of $5,749 per month. On the flip side, Kensington is also more expensive than both the Maryland state average, which is $5,273 per month, and the national average, which is $4,546 per month.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Kensington compares to Maryland and the national average:

There are many assisted living communities to choose from in and around Kensington. Kensington has 6 senior living facilities, the surrounding area has 452 communities, and the state of Maryland has 548 facilities.

In Kensington, Maryland, seniors make up 33% of the total population of 2,241 residents. The senior community includes 12% who are in their 50s, 9.1% in their 60s, 8.9% in their 70s, and 3% aged 80 and above. Gender-wise, Kensington sees a slight female majority with 50.7% women and 49.3% men. Looking into marital status, 58.6% of the senior population is married, 15.7% are divorced, 22.9% have never married, and 2.8% are widowed. In terms of diversity, the community is 71.7% White, complemented by 14.1% Asian, 13.3% Hispanic, 7.1% mixed race, 3.7% Black, and a smaller fraction identifying as other, showcasing a vibrant blend of cultures.