Best Assisted Living Facilities in Durham, NC

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Durham, NC area.

Durham, North Carolina offers a variety of senior living facilities, with 16 options available, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes. The city's average cost for assisted living is $5,643 per month, reflecting a comprehensive approach to quality care for seniors, who make up about 29.5% of Durham's population. Understanding the importance of finding the right community for your loved one, this article will highlight Durham's best senior living options, focusing on facilities known for their superb services, amenities, and compassionate care.

25 Communities were found near Durham, NC
Lakeside Gardens

Lakeside Gardens

820 Martin Luther King Pkwy., Durham, NC 27713 (2.6 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments

Lakeside Gardens is a 160-unit affordable housing community for seniors aged 55 and older located on Frazier Lake in Durham, NC.

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Pet-friendly
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One Bedroom - Not Specified
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Forest At Duke Retirement Comm

Forest At Duke Retirement Comm

2701 Pickett Rd, Durham, NC 27705 (2.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

The Forest at Duke is a vibrant, nonprofit 501(c)(3) continuing care retirement community that offers independent living, assisted living, and nursing home care.

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Pet-friendly
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Studio - Not Specified
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Judah Family Care Home
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2

Judah Family Care Home

1607 Amberley Drive, Durham, NC 27704 (3.3 mi from city center)
Memory Care Residential Care Home

Judah Family Care Home is a memory care provider in Durham, NC, offering 24-hour awake staff, secured community, and various care services including insulin administration and behavioral care.

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One Bedroom - Starting at $4500/mo
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $3000/mo
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2
Holiday Durham Regent
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9

Holiday Durham Regent

3007 Pickett Road, Durham, NC 27705 (3.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Holiday Durham Regent is an award-winning, independent senior living community in Durham, NC, offering a warm and welcoming environment with various amenities and services.

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Pet-friendly
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Studio - Not Specified
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Two Bedroom - Not Specified
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9
Holiday Emerald Pond
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8

Holiday Emerald Pond

205 Emerald Pond Lane, Durham, NC 27705 (3.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living

Holiday Emerald Pond is a senior living community offering assisted living and independent living options in Durham, NC.

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Housekeeping services
Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Technology center
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $1899/mo
One Bedroom - Starting at $2709/mo
Two Bedroom - Starting at $4149/mo
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $3695/mo
Our Rating:
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8
The Addison
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7.2

The Addison

4713 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707 (4.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

The Addison is a senior living facility offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services in Durham, NC.

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Wi-Fi
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Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Technology center
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Library
Laundry services
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $6400/mo
One Bedroom - Starting at $6350/mo
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $4850/mo
Our Rating:
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7.2
Atria Southpoint Walk
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8.8

Atria Southpoint Walk

5705 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC 27713 (4.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Independent Living

Atria Southpoint Walk offers assisted living and independent living with a variety of amenities and services tailored to meet the needs of active older adults.

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Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
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Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Screening room
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $6395/mo
One Bedroom - Starting at $6695/mo
Two Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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8.8
LiveWell Hope Valley
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10

LiveWell Hope Valley

3736 Bentley Drive, Durham, NC 27707 (4.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

LiveWell at Hope Valley is a residential care home offering assisted living and memory care services in Durham, NC.

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Shared Bedroom - Starting at $5500/mo
Our Rating:
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10
Taylor Alston Home Care Agency
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10

Taylor Alston Home Care Agency

2530 Meridian Pkwy Suite 300, Durham, NC 27713 (4.4 mi from city center)
Home Care

Taylor Alston Home Care Agency provides home health care services to families in Durham, North Carolina, enabling clients to remain at home while receiving care services.

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10
Carolina Reserve of Durham
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8.7

Carolina Reserve of Durham

4523 Hope Valley Rd, Durham, NC 27707 (4.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Carolina Reserve of Durham offers assisted living and memory care services in a top-notch residential environment.

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Studio - Starting at $4630/mo
Shared Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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8.7
Brookdale Durham
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9

Brookdale Durham

4434 Ben Franklin Boulevard, Durham, NC 27704 (4.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Brookdale Durham offers assisted living and memory care services in a friendly and homelike environment.

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Pet-friendly
Concierge services
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Dining room
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Gardening
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Studio - Starting at $10355/mo
Shared Bedroom - Starting at $8700/mo
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Seasons at Southpoint
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8.4

Seasons at Southpoint

1002 North Carolina Hwy 54, Durham, NC 27713 (5.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Seasons at Southpoint is a memory care and temporary stay community in Durham, North Carolina, offering elegant living spaces and services tailored to residents' needs and preferences.

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Studio - Not Specified
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Our Rating:
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8.4
Croasdaile Village
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8.4

Croasdaile Village

2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy, Durham, NC 27705 (5.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Home Care Independent Living Memory Care Nursing Home

Croasdaile Village is a Life Plan Community in Durham, NC, offering senior adults an independent lifestyle, services, and amenities that make life easier and more enjoyable, with a continuum of care that addresses the needs of residents as they grow older.

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Pool
Fitness center and classes
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Studio - Not Specified
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Two Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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8.4
Right at Home - Durham and Chapel Hill, NC
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9

Right at Home - Durham and Chapel Hill, NC

4905 Pine Cone Drive, #2, Durham, NC 27707 (5.4 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care

Right at Home Durham-Chapel Hill provides in-home care services tailored to individual needs, including companion care, personal care, nursing services, and specialty care.

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9
Bartlett Reserve
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9.2

Bartlett Reserve

300 Meredith Dr, Durham, NC 27713 (5.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community in Durham, NC, offering a vibrant and welcoming environment with all-inclusive services.

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Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Pool
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Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Laundry services
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
One Bedroom - Starting at $3600/mo
Two Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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9.2
Comfort Keepers, Durham, NC
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9.2

Comfort Keepers, Durham, NC

1415 W. North Carolina 54, Suite 209, Durham, NC 27707 (5.5 mi from city center)
Home Care Memory Care

Comfort Keepers is a leading provider of senior home care services in Durham, NC, offering personalized care plans tailored to each client's unique needs.

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Housekeeping services
Meals
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Our Rating:
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9.2
Camellia Gardens
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4.6

Camellia Gardens

5010 S Alston Ave, Durham, NC 27713 (6.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living

Camellia Gardens is an assisted living facility in Durham, NC, offering 81 units and various care services.

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Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Concierge services
Pool
Meals
Dining room
Fitness center and classes
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Technology center
Art classes
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Screening room
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $3500/mo
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Shared Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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4.6
Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care
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7.2

Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care

2230 Farmington Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (6.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care

Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care provides personalized memory care services in a secure, comfortable, home-like environment.

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Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $10500/mo
Shared Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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7.2
LiveWell Assisted Living
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9.6

LiveWell Assisted Living

6720 Pauline Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care Residential Care Home

LiveWell Assisted Living offers concierge-style assisted living communities with 24/7 on-site staff support and a lifestyle-driven care model designed to meet each individual resident's needs.

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Pet-friendly
Concierge services
Fitness center and classes
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Social and common areas
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One Bedroom - Not Specified
Shared Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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9.6
Carol Woods Retirement Cmnty
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9.6

Carol Woods Retirement Cmnty

750 Weaver Dairy Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (7.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living

Carol Woods is an accredited not-for-profit continuing care retirement community situated on 120 wooded acres in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Outdoor areas
Our Rating:
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9.6
Home Instead - Chapel Hill, NC
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9.6

Home Instead - Chapel Hill, NC

1289 Fordham Blvd Suite E5, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (8.2 mi from city center)
Home Care

Home Instead provides in-home senior care services tailored to individual needs, offering companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and more to help seniors live independently at home.

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Housekeeping services
Our Rating:
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9.6
Overture Chapel Hill 55+Active Adult Apartment Homes
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10

Overture Chapel Hill 55+Active Adult Apartment Homes

5910 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (8.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living Senior Apartments

Overture Chapel Hill is a 55+ active adult apartment community offering spacious apartments, engaging lifestyle, and meaningful mind-body-social amenities.

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Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
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Pool
Fitness center and classes
Art classes
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Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Screening room
Social and common areas
One Bedroom - Starting at $1134/mo
Two Bedroom - Starting at $3385/mo
Our Rating:
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10
Brookdale Meadowmont
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8.9

Brookdale Meadowmont

100 Lanark Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Brookdale Meadowmont is an assisted living and memory care community in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, offering personalized care and a variety of amenities.

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Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Art classes
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Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $4845/mo
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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8.9
Brookdale Meadowmont
Our Rating:
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7.8

Brookdale Meadowmont

100 Lanark Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living Memory Care

Brookdale Meadowmont is an assisted living and memory care community in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, offering personalized care and a variety of amenities.

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Housekeeping services
Pet-friendly
Meals
Dining room
Beauty salon/Barber shop
Outdoor areas
Resident parking
Guest parking
Library
Laundry services
Gardening
Social and common areas
Transportation services
Studio - Starting at $4845/mo
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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7.8
Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living
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7.5

Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living

700 N Estes Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 (8.8 mi from city center)
Independent Living

Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living offers independent living in a comfortable and engaging environment with various amenities and services.

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Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
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Fitness center and classes
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Guest parking
Library
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Screening room
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Studio - Not Specified
One Bedroom - Not Specified
Two Bedroom - Not Specified
Our Rating:
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7.5

Map of Assisted Living in Durham

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Lakeside Gardens
  • Forest At Duke Retirement Comm
  • Judah Family Care Home
  • Holiday Durham Regent
  • Holiday Emerald Pond
  • The Addison
  • Atria Southpoint Walk
  • LiveWell Hope Valley
  • Taylor Alston Home Care Agency
  • Carolina Reserve of Durham
  • Brookdale Durham
  • Seasons at Southpoint
  • Croasdaile Village
  • Right at Home - Durham and Chapel Hill, NC
  • Bartlett Reserve
  • Comfort Keepers, Durham, NC
  • Camellia Gardens
  • Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care
  • LiveWell Assisted Living
  • Carol Woods Retirement Cmnty
  • Home Instead - Chapel Hill, NC
  • Overture Chapel Hill 55+Active Adult Apartment Homes
  • Brookdale Meadowmont
  • Brookdale Meadowmont
  • Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living

Senior Living Statistics for Durham, North Carolina

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Whether you're considering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, there are various choices available in Durham, North Carolina. Independent living is the most affordable option, with an average cost of $4,010 per month. Assisted living is slightly higher at $5,643 per month. For individuals who require more specialized care, memory care begins at $6,423 per month, and nursing home care ranges from $5,472 for a semi-private room to $7,830 for a one-bedroom unit. This range of options provides flexibility for different levels of care and budgetary needs.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $5,643
Memory Care $6,423
Independent Living $4,010
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,193
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $5,472
Nursing Home: Studio $6,635
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $7,830
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $7,295

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Durham


The average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in Durham is $5,643. Nearby cities like Roxboro and Youngsville are less expensive, with average costs of $4,312 per month and $4,739 per month, respectively. Durham's assisted living costs exceed both the North Carolina state average of $4,289 and the national average of $4,546 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Durham $5,643

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Durham compares to North Carolina and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Durham $5,643
North Carolina $4,289
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Durham


If you don't find the senior living option that's right for you in Durham, there are many options outside of the city. There are 32 facilities to choose from in the surrounding area, while there are a total of 524 facilities in the entire state of North Carolina. With all of these options, finding a community that suits your needs is definitely possible.
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Durham Senior Demographics


In Durham, North Carolina, seniors represent about 29.5% of the population, totaling 284,094 people. The senior demographics show a gender distribution of 47.3% male and 52.7% female. Breaking down the ages, 11.2% of seniors are in their 50s, 10.2% in their 60s, 5.3% in their 70s, and 2.8% are 80 or over. Regarding marital status, 40.3% of seniors are married, 12% are divorced, 43.8% have never married, and 3.8% are widowed. Durham showcases a vibrant diversity among its seniors: 45.7% are White, 36.1% are Black, and 13.3% are Hispanic. There's also 7% mixed race, 5.7% Asian, 0.4% Native American, and 5% identifying as other, enriching the city's cultural landscape.

Population

Durham has a population of 284,094.
  • 47.3% Male
  • 52.7% Female

Marital Status

  • 40.3% Married
  • 12% Divorced
  • 43.8% Never Married
  • 3.8% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 29.5% of the population.
  • 11.2% in their 50s
  • 10.2% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 2.8% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 45.7% White
  • 36.1% Black
  • 5.7% Asian
  • 0.4% Native
  • 5% Identifying as Other
  • 7% Mixed Race
  • 13.3% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Durham

There are many other cities to consider near Durham, North Carolina, such as Chapel Hill, which has an average cost of senior housing at $5,547 per month.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Chapel Hill $5,547
Pittsboro $4,803

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.