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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Charleston, SC

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Charleston, SC area.

We found 27 communities near Charleston, SC
Benton House of West Ashley

Benton House of West Ashley

1445 Bluewater Way, Charleston, SC 29414 (7.6 mi from city center)
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Ashley Landing Assisted Living

Ashley Landing Assisted Living

4550 Great Oak Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418 (9.9 mi from city center)
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  • Benton House of West Ashley
  • Ashley Landing Assisted Living

Senior Living Statistics for Charleston, South Carolina

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Charleston varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Charleston
Assisted Living $4,511
Memory Care $4,511
Independent Living $4,116
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,217
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,513
Nursing Home: Studio $4,640
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $6,097
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $4,900
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Charleston


In 2024, the cost of living in Charleston includes expenses such as housing, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and utilities, which can vary significantly based on the city's location and size.
City Average Cost
Charleston $4,511
Cottageville $3,773
Edisto Beach N/A

Here is how the cost of living in Charleston compares to South Carolina and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Charleston $4,511
South Carolina $4,087
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Charleston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Charleston

15

Surrounding Area

47

South Carolina

283

Charleston Demographics


Based on information from 2023, here are some details around the population of Charleston, such as age distribution for seniors, and racial diversity.

Population:

Charleston has a population of 8,895.
  • 44.1% Male
  • 55.9% Female

Marital Status:

  • 39% Married
  • 9.4% Divorced
  • 46.9% Never Married
  • 4.6% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 43.2% of the population.
  • 10.6% in their 50s
  • 16.7% in their 60s
  • 10.8% in their 70s
  • 5.1% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 85.4% White
  • 7.4% Black
  • 1% Asian
  • 0.2% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 0.2% Identifying as Other
  • 5.8% Mixed Race
  • 3.6% Hispanic

Cities Near Charleston

Not set on Charleston? See the average cost of senior housing communities in neighboring cities.
City Average Cost
City Average Cost
Mount Pleasant $4,491
Summerville $4,504
Goose Creek $4,511

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Staff Size

We highlighted assisted living communities that offer high staff-to-resident ratios, often with a maximum of eight residents per caregiver.