While the median monthly costs of an assisted living facility totaled $5,350 in 2023, a semi-private room in a nursing home facility was $8,669 while a private room's median cost totaled $9,733 ...

If you decide that an assisted-living community is right for you or your loved one, take these steps to make sure that its fees, services and quality of care fit your needs.

Missouri has the lowest annual costs for assisted living, averaging just over $40,000, according to Caring.com. The state’s low cost of living reduces operating costs for assisted living facilities.