Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gig Harbor, WA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Gig Harbor, WA area.

Gig Harbor, Washington, presents a variety of senior living options for its residents, thoughtfully catering to the 43.9% senior population. With 11 facilities available, services vary from independent living to memory care and more intensive nursing home care. Assisted living in Gig Harbor averages $4,927 per month, offering competitive value within the city's charming setting. As you consider important decisions about senior living, this article highlights some of Gig Harbor’s best options, emphasizing the facilities that excel in providing exceptional services, amenities, and overall value for seniors and their families.

32 Communities were found near Gig Harbor, WA
Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key

4340 Borgen Boulevard, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (0.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Cottages at Rosedale Village
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Cottages at Rosedale Village

4115 Rosedale Street Northwest, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (0.3 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1
Brookdale Harbor Bay
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4

Brookdale Harbor Bay

9324 North Harborview Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (0.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.4
The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing

7083 Wagner Way, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Islandview Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Islandview Adult Family Home

3011 Islandview Court, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (1.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Home Care Connections
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Home Care Connections

5800 Soundview Drive A101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (1.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Holiday Peninsula
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Holiday Peninsula

3445 50th St Ct, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (2.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
Gig Harbor Court
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Gig Harbor Court

3213 45th Street Court NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (2.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
Agape Care Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Agape Care Adult Family Home

12506 59th Avenue, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 (2.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Rosedale Village, LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Rosedale Village, LLC

4203 Rosedale St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (3.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care

3025 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (3.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance

6414 North Park Way, Tacoma, WA 98407 (4.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4

Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

4970 Main St, Tacoma, WA 98407 (5.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.4
Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7

Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living

8201 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.7
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Weatherly Inn-Tacoma

6016 N Highlands Parkway, Tacoma, WA 98406 (6.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Merrill Gardens at Tacoma

7290 Rosemont Circle, Tacoma, WA 98465 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
Woodland Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Woodland Adult Family Home

3621 Oas Dr W, University Place, WA 98466 (8.1 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
Hearthside Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Hearthside Manor

3615 Drexler Dr W, University Place, WA 98466 (8.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
1st Legacy Senior Care Home LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

1st Legacy Senior Care Home LLC

4524 78th Ave Ct W, University Place, WA 98466 (8.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Brookdale Allenmore IL
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Brookdale Allenmore IL

2010 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405 (8.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Heartwarming Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Heartwarming Care

7610 40th St W, Ste 100, University Place, WA 98466 (8.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Brookdale Allenmore AL
Our Rating:
of 5
7.8

Brookdale Allenmore AL

3615 South 23rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98405 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.8
Villa Vecchio at Dash Point
Our Rating:
of 5
7.8

Villa Vecchio at Dash Point

2405 Birch St NE, Tacoma, WA 98422 (8.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.8
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park

5 S G St, Tacoma, WA 98405 (8.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Gloria's House Adult Family Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Gloria's House Adult Family Home

916 S Puget Sound Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405 (8.6 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
10

Map of Assisted Living in Gig Harbor

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Penrose Harbor at Heron's Key
  • Cottages at Rosedale Village
  • Brookdale Harbor Bay
  • The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
  • Islandview Adult Family Home
  • Home Care Connections
  • Holiday Peninsula
  • Gig Harbor Court
  • Agape Care Adult Family Home
  • Rosedale Village, LLC
  • Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care
  • Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance
  • Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
  • Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living
  • Weatherly Inn-Tacoma
  • Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
  • Woodland Adult Family Home
  • Hearthside Manor
  • 1st Legacy Senior Care Home LLC
  • Brookdale Allenmore IL
  • Heartwarming Care
  • Brookdale Allenmore AL
  • Villa Vecchio at Dash Point
  • Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
  • Gloria's House Adult Family Home

Senior Living Statistics for Gig Harbor, Washington

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Average housing costs in Gig Harbor, Washington, range from $3,768 per month for independent living to $7,042 per month for a private room in a nursing home. A few other popular options include assisted living at $4,927 per month, memory care at $5,074, and a semi-private room in a nursing home at $6,420 per month. For those looking for a different style, a detached cottage averages $5,225. With a variety of accommodations, Gig Harbor caters to diverse senior living needs.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,927
Memory Care $5,074
Independent Living $3,768
Nursing Home: Private Room $7,042
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,420
Nursing Home: Studio $5,328
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,595
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,967
Nursing Home: Detached Cottage $5,225

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Gig Harbor


Assisted living costs a monthly average of $4,927 in Gig Harbor. Costs will change depending on the level of care and community you choose, but generally, the city is more expensive than other nearby options. For example, assisted living in North Fort Lewis costs $4,703 per month on average, while assisted living in Ketron Island costs $4,695 per month on average.
City Average Monthly Cost
Gig Harbor $4,927

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Gig Harbor compares to Washington and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Gig Harbor $4,927
Washington $5,169
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Gig Harbor


There are many choices for senior living in Washington. The state is home to 749 facilities, while Gig Harbor has 11 communities, and the area surrounding Gig Harbor has 472 options. With this variety, you're sure to find a community that suits your needs.
11

Gig Harbor

472

Surrounding Area

749

Washington

Gig Harbor Senior Demographics


In Gig Harbor, Washington, seniors constitute a significant 43.9% of the population, which numbers 11,917 in total. The gender distribution among seniors leans towards females, with 54.9% compared to 45.1% males. The age breakdown reveals 11.9% are in their 50s, 11.4% in their 60s, 12% in their 70s, and 8.6% are 80 and older. Regarding marital status, 58.3% of seniors are married, 12.4% are divorced, 20.2% have never married, and 9.2% are widowed. When examining diversity, 82.4% of Gig Harbor's seniors are White, 10.8% are mixed race, and 5.4% are Hispanic. Other residents include 4.1% Asian, 0.5% Black, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Pacific Islander, and 0.7% identifying as other, providing a complex cultural tapestry within this serene community.

Population

Gig Harbor has a population of 11,917.
  • 45.1% Male
  • 54.9% Female

Marital Status

  • 58.3% Married
  • 12.4% Divorced
  • 20.2% Never Married
  • 9.2% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 43.9% of the population.
  • 11.9% in their 50s
  • 11.4% in their 60s
  • 12% in their 70s
  • 8.6% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 82.4% White
  • 0.5% Black
  • 4.1% Asian
  • 0.7% Native
  • 0.7% Pacific
  • 0.7% Identifying as Other
  • 10.8% Mixed Race
  • 5.4% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Gig Harbor

Looking to compare the cost of assisted living in Gig Harbor, Washington, to other nearby options? Average costs start at $4,838 per month in Tacoma, while the most expensive nearby option is Lynnwood, averaging $5,623 per month. A few other cities to consider include Seattle, Bellevue, Federal Way, Everett, and Edmonds, each offering a variety of senior living communities.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Seattle $5,228
Bellevue $5,211
Renton $5,142
Tacoma $4,838
Kent $5,087
Lynnwood $5,623
Everett $5,361
Federal Way $5,268
Edmonds $5,324
City Average Monthly Cost
Auburn $5,066
Kirkland $5,261
Marysville $5,476
Bothell $5,332
Puyallup $4,851
Redmond $5,270
Mountlake Terrace $5,323
Issaquah $5,228
Shoreline $5,305

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.