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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Athens, TN

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Athens, TN area.

We found 3 communities near Athens, TN
Dominion Senior Living of Athens

Dominion Senior Living of Athens

2090 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303 (0.7 mi from city center)
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Morning Pointe of Athens

Morning Pointe of Athens

1025 Crestway Drive, Athens, TN 37303 (1.9 mi from city center)
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TerraBella Athens

TerraBella Athens

120 Keith Ln, Athens, TN 37303 (2.1 mi from city center)
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  • Dominion Senior Living of Athens
  • Morning Pointe of Athens
  • TerraBella Athens

Senior Living Statistics for Athens, Tennessee

Senior Housing Costs


Based on data from 2023-2024, the cost of senior housing in Athens varies depending on the type of accommodation and level of care.
Housing Type Average Cost in Athens
Assisted Living $3,764
Memory Care $3,859
Independent Living $3,421
Nursing Home: Private Room $3,000
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $3,585
Nursing Home: Studio $4,482
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,111
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $5,240
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage N/A

Cost of Living in Athens


In 2024, the cost of living in Athens 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
Athens $3,764
Sweetwater $3,438
Tellico Plains $3,533

Here is how the cost of living in Athens compares to Tennessee and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Athens $3,764
Tennessee $4,043
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Athens


Number of senior living facilities in:

Athens

3

Surrounding Area

4

Tennessee

385

Athens Demographics


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

Population:

Athens has a population of 25,101.
  • 49.6% Male
  • 50.4% Female

Marital Status:

  • 50.3% Married
  • 16.9% Divorced
  • 25.8% Never Married
  • 6.9% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 39.3% of the population.
  • 12.4% in their 50s
  • 14% in their 60s
  • 8.7% in their 70s
  • 4.2% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 89.5% White
  • 4.8% Black
  • 0.7% Asian
  • 0.1% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 0.8% Identifying as Other
  • 4.1% Mixed Race
  • 5.1% Hispanic

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.