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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Middleton, WI for 2024

Nearly 22,000 residents call Middleton home, including about 3,400 seniors aged 65 or older. Middleton is in Dane County and sits along part of Lake Mendota. It’s a suburb of Madison, which is a short 6 miles down the road. Seniors who enjoy nature and being outdoors with lots of recreational activities have a bounty of over 50 parks and natural areas, 27 miles of multi-use trails, 25 conservancy areas, an ADA-accessible kayak-canoe port and 27 holes of championship golf in Middleton. The city is also home to seasonal farmers’ markets, historic museums, nearly 80 diverse dining establishments and a picturesque downtown.

Assisted living provides a combination of personalized supportive care and prolonged independence in a residential setting offering numerous socialization opportunities. The average cost of assisted living in Middleton is $4,956, which is higher than both the state and national averages.

This guide provides valuable details about assisted living in Middleton, including the average monthly cost of alternate senior care options and comparisons of assisted living costs in other Wisconsin cities. It also offers an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of retiring in Middleton and several free aging-related resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Middleton

The Bureau of Assisted Living is part of the State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance. It’s responsible for licensing and regulating four types of assisted living facilities and programs in Middleton and statewide, including community-based residential facilities and residential care apartment complexes.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Middleton

  • While Wisconsin isn’t known as tax-friendly towards retirees, Social Security benefits, military pensions and Railroad Retirement benefits are fully exempt from state income tax. Income from other pensions and annuities is taxed, but up to $5,000 in income is exempt for retirees aged 65 or older with a federal adjusted gross income below $15,000, or below $30,000 for couples.
  • Wisconsin has a 5% sales tax rate, and municipalities can add up to 1.75% for a combined average rate of 5.43%. Middleton residents pay Dane County’s sales tax rate of 0.5%. Although this puts the combined total at 5.5%, Dane County has higher sales taxes than 95.5% of other cities and counties in Wisconsin. However, seniors may like to know that groceries and prescription drugs are completely tax-exempt.
  • The cost of living in Middleton is higher than the national average by nearly 12%, and it’s higher than the state average by 21%. However, health care costs in Middleton are 14% lower than both the national and state averages, which may be of most interest to seniors in assisted living. 
  • Violent crime in Middleton is very low compared to the national average. Crime is rated on a scale of one to 100 with one being the best rating. Middleton is rated at 8.3 for violent crime while the national average is 22.7. Property crime is also lower, with Middleton rated at 24.6 compared to the national average of 35.4. It’s also lower than the state average, which is 19.4 for violent crime and 28.2 for property crime. To add to this good news, assisted living facilities often have their own security features and procedures to ensure resident safety. 
  • Middleton residents enjoy temperate summers that earn the city a 9.2 out of 10 on the comfort index scale. Its July high is around 82 degrees Fahrenheit with four comfortable months boasting a temperature range between 70 degrees and 85 degrees. Alternately, winters can get extremely cold with an average January low of 11-degrees and freezing temperatures for 148 days annually. However, this is warmer than most places in Wisconsin.

Paying for Assisted Living in Middleton

According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Middleton is $4,956. This amount is higher than the state average by $556 per month and higher than the national average by $656.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Middleton’s average cost of assisted living is much higher than that of some cities, moderately higher than others and still slightly lower than some. Compared to Janesville, Middleton’s cost is nearly $1,000 more per month. However, compared to Racine and Fond du Lac, it’s only $306 and $270 higher, respectively. Middleton’s cost is lower than Milwaukee’s by $117 per month. 

Middleton

$4,956

Wisconsin

$4,400

The United States

$4,300

Janesville

$3,975

Racine

$4,650

Fond du Lac

$4,686

Milwaukee

$5,073

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Middleton have several senior care options. Besides assisted living, they may opt for adult day health care at $2,019 per month, which is the lowest cost option. Seniors wanting to remain in their homes may choose homemaker services or home health aides, which both run $5,339 per month. For more extensive supportive care, seniors may require nursing home facilities, which are the highest cost option at $8,790 for semiprivate rooms or $9,429 for private rooms. 

Homemaker Services

$5,339

Home Health Aide

$5,339

Adult Day Health Care

$2,019

Assisted Living Facility

$4,956

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,790

Nursing Home (private room)

$9,429

Note: Data for Middleton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Madison, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Middleton

Wisconsin Medicaid may cover services from assisted living facilities with up to 20 beds. Middleton seniors who need additional help paying for assisted living may be eligible for PACE, which is also offered through Medicaid. Wisconsin also has a Supplemental Security Income Exceptional Expense (SSI-E) payment for which seniors may qualify.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Wisconsin

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Middleton

Government entities and nonprofit organizations in Middleton, Dane County and the State of Wisconsin offer various free resources for seniors. These resources help seniors remain healthy and active in their communities while providing opportunities to socialize.

ResourceContactService
Aging and Disability Resource Center of Dane County(855) 417-6892The ADRC of Dane County provides information about resources and supportive services related to aging to any Dane County senior regardless of income. The center connects seniors with adaptive equipment, nutrition, health, transportation and in-home care resources. It also assists with long-care counseling and elder benefits.
Middleton Senior Center(608) 831-2373Middleton Senior Center coordinates services and programs for older adults to help them maintain their independence. It provides educational and recreational opportunities that address the physical, intellectual, creative, social, entertainment, health and emotional needs of individuals aged 55 or older. The center also provides information and referrals, facilitates civic engagement and offers supportive services, volunteer opportunities and transportation services.
Area Agency on Aging of Dane County(608) 261-9930The AAA of Dane County facilitates services to individuals aged 60 or older. While it offers the Elder Benefit Specialist Program, all other programs and services are provided through annual contracts by Focal Points. Dane County has 12 Focal Points that deliver support groups, senior nutrition, transportation, educational programs, tax preparation and healthy aging.
RSVP of Dane County(608) 238-7787The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Dane County matches volunteers aged 55 or older with community service opportunities that mesh with seniors' interests, knowledge, experience, energy levels and schedules. Senior volunteers benefit from staying active, meeting new friends and making a difference in their community.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 815-0015The Wisconsin Board on Aging & Long-Term Care administers the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program to protect the rights of long-term care residents throughout the state. An ombudsman responds to complaints made by residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living and community-based residential facilities. The ombudsman investigates each complaint and strives to resolve the problem to improve the resident’s quality of care.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Middleton

Middleton-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Wisconsin are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Wisconsin page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wisconsin

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The arrangement at Brookdale Middleton Century Ave would be too small for two people, especially with a dog. What they showed us was a two bedroom, and to me, that looked more like a one person...

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