Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salisbury, MD

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Salisbury, MD area.

Considering senior living options in Salisbury, Maryland, offers noteworthy choices for its residents, especially with seniors comprising about 28.1% of the population. With six facilities available, these range from independent living to specialized care options like memory care and nursing homes. The average cost of assisted living in Salisbury is $5,585 per month, reflecting a focus on providing comprehensive care solutions. In this guide, we’ll explore the top assisted living options in Salisbury, helping you find the right place while ensuring your loved ones continue to receive quality and thoughtful care in their later years.

6 Communities were found near Salisbury, MD
Gateway Village
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Gateway Village

939 Gateway Street, Salisbury, MD 21801 (1.5 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows

875 Victoria Park Drive, Salisbury, MD 21801 (1.9 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Mallard Landing Independent Living Rentals
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Mallard Landing Independent Living Rentals

1105 S Schumaker Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804 (2.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing

1109 S Schumaker Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804 (2.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury

611 Tressler Drive, Salisbury, MD 21801 (3.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4
BayCare Assisted Living at Sarah, Margaret, and Mollie's
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

BayCare Assisted Living at Sarah, Margaret, and Mollie's

9288 Hickory Mill Rd, Salisbury, MD 21801 (6.1 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

Map of Assisted Living in Salisbury

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Gateway Village
  • Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows
  • Mallard Landing Independent Living Rentals
  • Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing
  • Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury
  • BayCare Assisted Living at Sarah, Margaret, and Mollie's

Senior Living Statistics for Salisbury, Maryland

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


If you're looking for the least expensive senior living option in Salisbury, Maryland, it's independent living, which costs an average of $3,158 per month. Costs for care range up to $7,321 per month for a two-bedroom nursing home unit. There are several other types of care to choose from, including assisted living at $5,585 per month and memory care, which averages $5,969 per month. Nursing home options are also varied, with a private room costing $5,700, a semi-private room at $5,856, a studio unit at $6,399, and a one-bedroom unit priced at $6,860.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $5,585
Memory Care $5,969
Independent Living $3,158
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,700
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,856
Nursing Home: Studio $6,399
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,860
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $7,321

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Salisbury


Assisted living in Salisbury costs $5,585 per month on average. For comparison, the average cost of assisted living in Maryland is $5,273 per month, while the nationwide average is $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Salisbury $5,585

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Salisbury compares to Maryland and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Salisbury $5,585
Maryland $5,273
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Salisbury


If you don't find the senior living option that's right for you in Salisbury, there are many options outside of the city. There are 7 facilities to choose from in the surrounding area, while there are a total of 548 facilities in the entire state of Maryland.
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Salisbury

7

Surrounding Area

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Maryland

Salisbury Senior Demographics


For seniors considering assisted living in Salisbury, Maryland, they'll find they're among a good portion of the community, with older adults making up 28.1% of the city's 32,960 population. Age-wise, 9.9% are in their 50s, 9% in their 60s, 5.5% in their 70s, and 3.7% are 80 and older. The city's seniors are predominantly female, at 53% compared to 47% male. Marital status shows 30.2% of seniors are married, 14.7% are divorced, 48.8% have never married, and 6.2% are widowed. Salisbury's senior community is diverse, with 45.9% identifying as White and 40.4% as Black. Among the population, 7.5% are mixed race, 4.7% Asian, 5.2% Hispanic, 0.4% Native American, and 1% identifying as other, contributing to the city's rich and varied cultural mix.

Population

Salisbury has a population of 32,960.
  • 47% Male
  • 53% Female

Marital Status

  • 30.2% Married
  • 14.7% Divorced
  • 48.8% Never Married
  • 6.2% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 28.1% of the population.
  • 9.9% in their 50s
  • 9% in their 60s
  • 5.5% in their 70s
  • 3.7% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 45.9% White
  • 40.4% Black
  • 4.7% Asian
  • 0.4% Native
  • 1% Identifying as Other
  • 7.5% Mixed Race
  • 5.2% Hispanic

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.