Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lakewood, WA

Lakewood, Washington, provides a range of senior living options at various price points. The least expensive choice is independent living, averaging $3,430 per month. On the other hand, the most expensive option is a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home, coming in at $6,862 per month. Other options include assisted living at $4,772 and memory care slightly higher at $4,979. If you're considering nursing home living, a private room is priced at $5,917, a semi-private room at $6,165, and a cozy detached cottage is available for $5,050. These choices allow residents to find the right-fit housing for their needs and lifestyle.

Assisted living costs an average of $4,772 per month in Lakewood. This is more expensive than nearby cities, including South Creek ($4,700 per month) and Ketron Island ($4,695 per month). Lakewood's assisted living costs remain below the Washington state average of $5,169 but are above the national average of $4,546 per month.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Lakewood compares to Washington and the national average:

In Lakewood, there are 5 senior living communities. For those who aren't set on Lakewood, there are 472 facilities in the surrounding area and 749 in the state of Washington.

In Lakewood, Washington, seniors make up 34.3% of the city's 63,142 residents. Among this senior population, 11.2% are in their 50s, 12% in their 60s, 7.1% in their 70s, and 4% are 80 and over. The gender distribution is fairly balanced, with 50.2% male and 49.8% female residents. Marital status shows that 43.4% of seniors are married, 17% are divorced, 33.9% have never married, and 5.8% are widowed. Lakewood is a diverse community, with 51.4% identifying as White, 18.1% Hispanic, and 15.1% mixed race. Additionally, 14.2% are Black, 8.5% are Asian, 0.9% are Native American, and 3.2% are Pacific, with 6.7% identifying as other, reflecting a rich blend of cultures and backgrounds.