Best Assisted Living Facilities in Salem, OR

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Salem is $4,642. Other options for senior care include independent living at $4,061 per month and memory care at $5,036. Nursing home costs in Salem vary depending on room type, with prices ranging from $5,125 for a private room to $6,071 for a two-bedroom unit. You can also consider a nursing home studio at $5,488 or a one-bedroom unit for $5,493. Costs will vary significantly based on the facility and level of care you choose, so you can find an option that works best for your needs and budget in Salem.

When compared to the nationwide average for assisted living costs ($4,546 per month), Salem is slightly more expensive at $4,642 per month. On the other hand, assisted living in Salem is more costly than other nearby cities, such as Turner ($4,509 per month) and Adair Village ($4,543 per month). Salem's costs are also a bit higher than the state average of $4,547.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Salem compares to Oregon and the national average:

Salem offers several options for senior living communities—44 to be exact. For those who are not set on living in Salem, there are 56 facilities in the surrounding area and 448 throughout Oregon. These offerings ensure you can find a community that meets your preferences.

Salem is home to a thriving senior community, with older adults making up about 32.1% of the population. This group is slightly more male, with 50.6% compared to 49.4% female. Among Salem's seniors, 10.5% are in their 50s, embracing the passionate years of mid-life, 11.2% are in their 60s, 6.9% in the 70s chapter, and 3.5% enjoying the wisdom of 80 and beyond. Marital status reflects life’s varied journeys: 44.2% of seniors are married, 15.5% are divorced, 34.9% have never married, and 5.4% are widowed. Turning to diversity, 72.2% of seniors are White, showing a significant demographic majority, while 22.8% identify as Hispanic, weaving vibrant cultural threads into the community fabric. Additional diversity includes 1.5% identifying as Black, 3.3% as Asian, 1.2% as Native American, and 1.6% as Pacific Islander. Furthermore, 12.2% are of mixed race, and 7.9% identify as other, underscoring Salem's rich multicultural makeup.