Best Assisted Living Facilities in Delaware, OH

Independent living is the least expensive type of senior housing in Delaware, Ohio, starting at $3,439 per month. The most costly type of senior living is a semi-private room in a nursing home, averaging $6,750 per month. There are several other options at various price points, including assisted living at $5,001 per month and memory care costing $4,719. For those considering nursing home options, a private room averages $5,570, a studio is priced at $5,261, and a one-bedroom unit costs $6,080 per month. These options cater to different lifestyles and budgets, ensuring a suitable choice for everyone.

The average cost of assisted living communities in Delaware is $5,001 per month. For comparison, nearby cities Richwood and Green Camp cost $4,714 per month and $4,409 per month, respectively. Delaware rests above the nationwide average of $4,546 per month.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Delaware compares to Ohio and the national average:

There are many choices for senior living in Ohio. The state is home to 702 facilities, while Delaware has 4 communities, and the area surrounding Delaware has 145 options.

Delaware, Ohio, is home to a senior population that comprises about 30% of its 41,926 residents. Among these seniors, nearly equal in gender distribution, 49.9% are male and 50.1% female. Age-wise, 10.8% of seniors find themselves in their 50s, 10.2% in their 60s, 5.6% in their 70s, and 3.4% are in their 80s and above. In terms of marital status, 52% of seniors are married, 11.6% are divorced, 31% have never been married, and 5.4% are widowed. Within the diverse community, 82.7% of seniors are White, with additional ethnic representation including 5.2% Asian, 4.9% Black, 6.3% identifying as mixed race, 3.5% Hispanic, 0% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 0.8% identifying as other, showcasing Delaware's vibrant demographic mix.