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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Charleston, WV

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

We found 5 communities near Charleston, WV
Brookdale Charleston Gardens

Brookdale Charleston Gardens

800 Association Drive / Northgate Business Park, Charleston, WV 25311 (1 mi from city center)
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Kanawha Place

Kanawha Place

699 South Park Road, Charleston, WV 25304 (2.4 mi from city center)
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Sweetbriar

Sweetbriar

505 Caldwell Ln, Dunbar, WV 25064 (5 mi from city center)
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Harmony at Southridge

Harmony at Southridge

801 Peyton Way, Charleston, WV 25309 (5.9 mi from city center)
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Kelly Svc Assisted Living

Kelly Svc Assisted Living

1321 Dunbar Ave, Dunbar, WV 25064 (6.3 mi from city center)
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  • Brookdale Charleston Gardens
  • Kanawha Place
  • Sweetbriar
  • Harmony at Southridge
  • Kelly Svc Assisted Living

Senior Living Statistics for Charleston, West Virginia

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 $4,420
Memory Care $4,482
Independent Living $4,482
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,399
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,386
Nursing Home: Studio $5,925
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,515
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom N/A
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 $4,420
Whitesville $3,948
East Bank $3,979

Here is how the cost of living in Charleston compares to West Virginia and the national average:
Area Average Cost
Charleston $4,420
West Virginia $4,497
United States $4,546

Available Senior Living Facilities in Charleston


Number of senior living facilities in:

Charleston

3

Surrounding Area

5

West Virginia

31

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 2,456.
  • 56.5% Male
  • 43.5% Female

Marital Status:

  • 25.4% Married
  • 24.2% Divorced
  • 44.4% Never Married
  • 6% Widowed

Age:

Seniors make up about 50.2% of the population.
  • 16.1% in their 50s
  • 19.2% in their 60s
  • 11.9% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity:

  • 66% White
  • 26.8% Black
  • 0.5% Asian
  • 0% Native
  • 0% Pacific
  • 0% Identifying as Other
  • 6.7% Mixed Race
  • 1.3% 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.