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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Waunakee, WI

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Waunakee, WI area.

In Waunakee, Wisconsin, seniors enjoy a variety of housing options, marking a vibrant community where older adults make up about 32.3% of the population. With six senior living facilities in town, Waunakee provides a range of options such as independent and assisted living alongside more specialized memory care and nursing homes. The average cost for assisted living is $4,500 per month, reflecting a commitment to offer quality care. In this article, we will explore some of the top-rated assisted living communities in Waunakee, providing insights that aim to help you make an informed decision for your loved one's present and future needs.

39 Communities were found near Waunakee, WI
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Brightstar Senior Living of Waunakee
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5

Brightstar Senior Living of Waunakee

1001 Quinn Dr, Waunakee, WI 53597 (0.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.5
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Sienna Crest - Waunakee
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Sienna Crest - Waunakee

200 Cross Street, Waunakee, WI 53597 (0.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
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Homestead Living, Inc.
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Homestead Living, Inc.

1040 Quinn Drive, Waunakee, WI 53597 (0.9 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee

1120 Connery Cove, Waunakee, WI 53597 (1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
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Waunakee Valley Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Waunakee Valley Senior Living

801 S Klein Dr, Waunakee, WI 53597 (1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
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Sylvan Crossings in Westshire Village
Our Rating:
of 5
6

Sylvan Crossings in Westshire Village

5475 Westshire Circle, Waunakee, WI 53597 (2.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6
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Cottages of Madison
Our Rating:
of 5
6

Cottages of Madison

5555 Burke Road, Madison, WI 53718 (3.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6
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Eden Vista Madison
Our Rating:
of 5
6.6

Eden Vista Madison

1601 Wheeler Rd, Madison, WI 53704 (4.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6.6
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Sage Meadow Middleton
Our Rating:
of 5
1.5

Sage Meadow Middleton

5330 Century Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562 (5.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
1.5
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The Koselig House
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

The Koselig House

4897 Innovation Dr, DeForest, WI 53532 (5.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9
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Bay Harbor Memory Care and Assisted Living of Madison
Our Rating:
of 5
7.1

Bay Harbor Memory Care and Assisted Living of Madison

1936 Tennyson Lane, Madison, WI 53704 (5.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.1
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Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue

6916 Century Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562 (5.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
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Parkside Village a CCRC
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Parkside Village a CCRC

6800 Parkside Circle, DeForest, WI 53532 (6 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
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Parkside
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Parkside

6902 Parkside Circle, DeForest, WI 53532 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8
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Heritage Middleton
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7

Heritage Middleton

6234 Maywood Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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7.7
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Cardinal View Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Cardinal View Senior Living

3820 Tribeca Dr, Middleton, WI 53562 (6.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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The Legacy of DeForest
Our Rating:
of 5
7

The Legacy of DeForest

6639 Pederson Crossing, DeForest, WI 53532 (6.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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DeForest Place
Our Rating:
of 5
7

DeForest Place

206 N Main St, Windsor, WI 53532 (6.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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BrightStar
Our Rating:
of 5
7

BrightStar

3240 University Avenue Suite 3A, Madison, WI 53705 (7.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Brookdale Middleton Stonefield
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

Brookdale Middleton Stonefield

6701 Stonefield Road, Middleton, WI 53562 (7.5 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
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ComForCare Home Care - Middleton
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

ComForCare Home Care - Middleton

8383 Greenway Blvd #600, Middleton, WI 53562 (7.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2
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Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale

602 N Segoe Rd, Madison, WI 53705 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Senior Helpers - Madison, WI
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Senior Helpers - Madison, WI

4726 East Towne Blvd Suite 120, Madison, WI 53704 (8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Capitol Lakes Terraces
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Capitol Lakes Terraces

345 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703 (8.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge Independent Living Apartments a CCRC
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge Independent Living Apartments a CCRC

5565 Tancho Dr, Madison, WI 53718 (8.4 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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7
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Map of Assisted Living in Waunakee

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Brightstar Senior Living of Waunakee
  • Sienna Crest - Waunakee
  • Homestead Living, Inc.
  • Home Again Assisted Living Waunakee
  • Waunakee Valley Senior Living
  • Sylvan Crossings in Westshire Village
  • Cottages of Madison
  • Eden Vista Madison
  • Sage Meadow Middleton
  • The Koselig House
  • Bay Harbor Memory Care and Assisted Living of Madison
  • Brookdale Middleton Century Avenue
  • Parkside Village a CCRC
  • Parkside
  • Heritage Middleton
  • Cardinal View Senior Living
  • The Legacy of DeForest
  • DeForest Place
  • BrightStar
  • Brookdale Middleton Stonefield
  • ComForCare Home Care - Middleton
  • Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale
  • Senior Helpers - Madison, WI
  • Capitol Lakes Terraces
  • Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge Independent Living Apartments a CCRC

Senior Living Statistics for Waunakee, Wisconsin

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


If you're looking for the least expensive senior living option in Waunakee, Wisconsin, it's independent living, which costs an average of $4,100 per month. Costs for care range up to $6,400 per month for a semi-private nursing home room. There are several other types of care to choose from, including assisted living at $4,500 per month and memory care at $4,616. Nursing home accommodations include a studio at $5,165, a one-bedroom unit at $5,217, a two-bedroom at $5,273, and a private room costing $5,500, offering a variety of options to meet diverse needs and preferences.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,500
Memory Care $4,616
Independent Living $4,100
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,500
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $6,400
Nursing Home: Studio $5,165
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,217
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $5,273

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Waunakee


Assisted living costs a monthly average of $4,500 in Waunakee. 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 Oregon costs $4,427 per month on average, while in Deerfield, it costs $4,346 per month on average.
City Average Monthly Cost
Waunakee $4,500

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Waunakee compares to Wisconsin and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Waunakee $4,500
Wisconsin $4,225
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Waunakee


There are many assisted living communities to choose from in and around Waunakee. Waunakee has 6 senior living facilities, the surrounding area has 111 communities, and the state of Wisconsin has 660 facilities.
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Waunakee

111

Surrounding Area

660

Wisconsin

Waunakee Senior Demographics


Seniors make up a significant portion of Waunakee, Wisconsin's community, accounting for 32.3% of its population of 14,794. Within this senior demographic, 15.4% are in their 50s, 8.1% in their 60s, 6.7% in their 70s, and 2.1% are 80 and older. The city has a slightly higher male population, with men constituting 52.8% and women 47.2%. When it comes to marital status among seniors, 60.4% are married, 9.1% are divorced, 28.3% never married, and 2.3% widowed. Waunakee is predominantly White at 89.2%, with other residents identifying as 5.4% mixed race, 5.3% Hispanic, 1.9% Black, 1.8% Asian, 1.2% Pacific, and a few others, contributing to the town's subtle diversity.

Population

Waunakee has a population of 14,794.
  • 52.8% Male
  • 47.2% Female

Marital Status

  • 60.4% Married
  • 9.1% Divorced
  • 28.3% Never Married
  • 2.3% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 32.3% of the population.
  • 15.4% in their 50s
  • 8.1% in their 60s
  • 6.7% in their 70s
  • 2.1% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 89.2% White
  • 1.9% Black
  • 1.8% Asian
  • 1.2% Pacific
  • 0.6% Identifying as Other
  • 5.4% Mixed Race
  • 5.3% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Waunakee

Several neighboring cities offer senior living options around Waunakee, Wisconsin, at a wide range of prices. You can find average senior housing costs as low as $3,959 per month in Portage. The most expensive city nearby is Verona, with an average cost of $4,548 per month. Other nearby cities with senior living options include Madison, Sun Prairie, Middleton, and Fitchburg.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Madison $4,464
Sun Prairie $4,547
Middleton $4,529
Portage $3,959
Stoughton $4,337
City Average Monthly Cost
Oregon $4,427
Fitchburg $4,520
Verona $4,548
Cottage Grove $4,443
Richland Center $4,288

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.