Senior care in New York, NY

Browse by care type in New York

Pick the level of care first. Pricing, amenities, and the services available all vary by care type.

• HC

  Best Home Care in New York

  6 communities

• IL

  Best Independent Living in New York

  2 communities

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  Brookdale Battery Park City

  New York, NY

  4.444 reviews
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  St Margaret's House

  New York, NY

  4.01 reviews

Cost of living near New York

The cost of living in New York is nearly 40 points above the national average. While utilities are slightly less, everything else is more expensive, especially the housing. Expect to pay over 130 points more than the national average, with a median home cost that is also more expensive. Of course, much of this is due to living in NYC, where buying a home can cost you much money. However, if you look to move outside of the city, you can find much more affordable homes. You can also get the best of both worlds by moving to a smaller town closer to the city.

Overall

139.1

Grocery

118.3

Housing

230.2

Utilities

99.2

Transport

110.6

Misc.

114.8

100 = US average. New York statewide; New York-specific data may vary.

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Common questions about senior living in New York

How many senior living communities are in New York, NY?

New York, NY has 37 senior living communities across 2 care types including home care, independent living.

What care types are available in New York?

Local options include home care, independent living. Choose the care level first; pricing, amenities, and required services all vary by care type.

How much does senior living cost in New York?

The cost of living in New York is nearly 40 points above the national average. While utilities are slightly less, everything else is more expensive, especially the housing. Expect to pay over 130 points more than the national average, with a median home cost that is also more expensive. Of course, much of this is due to living in NYC, where buying a home can cost you much money. However, if you look to move outside of the city, you can find much more affordable homes. You can also get the best of both worlds by moving to a smaller town closer to the city. Pricing in New York varies by apartment size and care level; request a written cost breakdown from each community on your shortlist.

Does Medicare or Medicaid cover senior living in New York?

Medicare doesn't cover assisted living, independent living, or senior apartments. It does cover medically necessary short-term skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid programs in New York may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.

How do I tour senior living communities in New York?

Request pricing through SeniorSite and we'll send you availability and tour information from the communities you're considering. Most communities welcome both scheduled tours and drop-in visits during business hours.