Senior care in Port Townsend, WA

Browse by care type in Port Townsend

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

• AL

  Best Assisted Living in Port Townsend

  3 communities

• IL

  Best Independent Living in Port Townsend

  1 community

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  Discovery View Retirement Apartments

  Port Townsend, WA

Cost of living near Port Townsend

In Washington, the cost of living is over 10 points higher than the US average. The costs mainly increase if you're in the Seattle area, though some smaller towns can cost some money. Utilities are around 9 points less than the rest of the country, but the rest of the state has more living costs than the average. For example, housing is almost 17 points more than the national average, with the median home cost around $40K more than the US average. So while Washington can be a great place to retire, you need to make sure you have the money.

Overall

110.7

Grocery

109.2

Housing

116.7

Utilities

91.1

Transport

118.3

Misc.

110.4

100 = US average. Washington statewide; Port Townsend-specific data may vary.

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Common questions about senior living in Port Townsend

How many senior living communities are in Port Townsend, WA?

Port Townsend, WA has 4 senior living communities across 2 care types including assisted living, independent living.

What care types are available in Port Townsend?

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

How much does senior living cost in Port Townsend?

In Washington, the cost of living is over 10 points higher than the US average. The costs mainly increase if you're in the Seattle area, though some smaller towns can cost some money. Utilities are around 9 points less than the rest of the country, but the rest of the state has more living costs than the average. For example, housing is almost 17 points more than the national average, with the median home cost around $40K more than the US average. So while Washington can be a great place to retire, you need to make sure you have the money. Pricing in Port Townsend 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 Port Townsend?

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 Washington may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.

How do I tour senior living communities in Port Townsend?

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.