How much does long-term care cost?

The national median monthly costs for long-term care are: Home Healthcare: $5,756/month; Adult Day Care: $1,959/month; Assisted Living: $5,079/month; Nursing Home: $10,984/month; Memory Care: $5,807/month (2025 data, adjusted for inflation). Use the LTC News Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care for costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Home Healthcare?

The national median cost of Home Healthcare in 2025 is $5,756 per month ($68,527 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Adult Day Care?

The national median cost of Adult Day Care in 2025 is $1,959 per month ($23,336 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Assisted Living?

The national median cost of Assisted Living in 2025 is $5,079 per month ($60,470 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Nursing Home?

The national median cost of Nursing Home in 2025 is $10,984 per month ($130,733 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Memory Care?

The national median cost of Memory Care in 2025 is $5,807 per month ($68,544 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

James Kelly

LTC News author focusing on long-term care and aging.

James Kelly is a staff writer for LTC News, specializing in long-term care, aging, and retirement planning. His work also focuses on state and federal government policies that shape aging services, long-term care access, and financial planning for later life. He provides readers with clear, timely insights to help them understand how public policy impacts their health, independence, and future care decisions.

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How Years of Coal Mining Can Shape Long-Term Care Needs Later in Life

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James Kelly

LTC News author focusing on long-term care and aging.

Explore James's latest contributions to LTC News.

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Consequences of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Have Significant Legal and Financial Impact

Long-Term Care Insurance Companies: What to Look for Before You Buy

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How Years of Coal Mining Can Shape Long-Term Care Needs Later in Life

Building a Supportive Community Committed to Better Care and Education