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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kinston, NC for 2024

Kinston, NC, is a small urban oasis amidst hiking trails and parks, offering a chance to get outdoors while still being close to restaurants, theaters and health care. Situated in Lenoir County, the city is home to over 19,000 residents with a higher-than-average senior population of 24.5%. With plenty of sunshine, a low cost of living and access to UNC Health Lenoir, Kinston is an attractive retirement destination for active seniors.

Many seniors seek out assisted living facilities when they begin requiring assistance with daily tasks but want to maintain most of their independence. These communities offer benefits such as around-the-clock staff, daily prepared meals and amenities such as coordinated social events and transportation. Some also have resort-style features, including swimming pools, spas, salons and golf courses on-site. The price of assisted living is low in Kinston, costing an average of $2,700 per month compared to the state and national averages of $4,010 and $4,500, respectively.

This guide provides an overview of assisted living in Kinston. It also takes a look at the cost of care in surrounding areas, alternatives to assisted living and resources to help pay for care.

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Assisted Living Facilities in Kinston, North Carolina

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Kinston

In Kinston and the rest of North Carolina, assisted living facilities are regulated by the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation. This department is responsible for verifying that people receiving care are safe and that all rules and regulations are followed. It also accepts complaints about violations from residents and performs routine facility inspections.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Kinston

  • Health care costs are somewhat high in Kinston, averaging about 30% higher than the national average. However, the general cost of living is over 25% lower than the U.S. average and about 16% lower than North Carolina overall, offering plenty of opportunities for savings.
  • Crime in Kinston is higher than national averages, which can be concerning to seniors looking to retire. On a 100-point scale, Kinston scores 69.2 for violent crime and 87 for property crime, compared to U.S. averages of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. However, seniors in assisted living often have 24/7 protection from robust security systems and staff members, lowering the risk of crime on the property.
  • The Kinston area is home to 133 physicians per 100,000 people, lower than the national average of 210. However, it has higher-than-average air and water quality. On an index of 100, Kinston scores 60 for air quality, with the national average at 58. Water quality is even higher, scoring 74 out of 100 compared to the national average of 55.
  • Kinston is home to the UNC Health Lenoir campus, offering seniors access to quality health care, including departments for cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, diabetes and rehabilitation services. This hospital received the American Heart Association's GoldPlus Get With the Guidelines award for the treatment of strokes as a testament to its quality of care.
  • While most forms of retirement income are taxed in North Carolina at a flat rate of 4.99%, Social Security incomes are not taxed.
  • Kinston's climate is classified as subtropical, featuring hot, humid summers with average highs around 90 degrees and mild winters with average lows of 33 degrees. The area sees 50 inches of rain per year on average and just 2 inches of snow. With 217 sunny days per year compared to the U.S. average of 205, seniors have plenty of opportunities to get outdoors.
  • Lenoir County is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning the entire county has dedicated itself to making the area more accessible to seniors, including improving access to transportation.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Kinston

In Kinston, seniors can expect to spend an average of $2,700 per month for assisted living, though the specific costs can vary between facilities depending on amenities offered, the exact location and other factors.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Kinston's average cost of assisted living is lower than the state average of $4,010 and the national average of $4,500. It's also lower than in surrounding cities. Fayetteville seniors pay $300 per month more. In Rocky Mount, the average monthly cost increases by nearly $1,800 compared to Kinston. Greenville sees even higher costs, averaging $4,613 per month. The highest average price near Kinston is found in Wilmington, where costs average $5,254 per month. 

Kinston

$2,700

North Carolina

$4,010

United States

$4,500

Greenville

$4,613

Rocky Mount

$4,470

Fayetteville

$3,000

Wilmington

$5,254

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

There are other types of senior care available in Kinston, but assisted living is the most affordable. Costs increase to $3,813 per month for both in-home care and home health care, two options for seniors who wish to age in place. Costs are even higher for seniors requiring 24/7 skilled nursing care, with a semiprivate room in a nursing home facility averaging $8,456 per month.

In-Home Care

$3,813

Home Health Care

$3,813

Assisted Living Facility

$2,700

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,456

Note: Data for Kinston was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Goldsboro, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kinston

North Carolina's Medicaid State Plan pays for personal care provided to eligible residents in ALRs and Adult Care Homes (ACHs).

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

Financial Assistance in North Carolina

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 North Carolina page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Kinston

Kinston and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Kinston, please visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kinston

Kinston Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in North Carolina

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Donna

I visited this facility

Review of Spring Arbor of Kinston

Spring Arbor of Kinston was a great facility. Everything about it was really nice. The rooms were very nice, clean, and tidy. The staff was very nice, very engaging, very comforting, and very...

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Assisted Living

Jean

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Village of Kinston

I've been to The Village of Kinston several times because I have relatives there. The staff were very caring, and it was very clean. The rooms were very neat and roomy. The place was very friendly,...

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Assisted Living

Shawn776564

I visited this facility

Review of Spring Arbor of Kinston

Spring Arbor had very clean rooms that were very nicely laid out and good response from the staff. All I could see in their dining area were just basically the tables and everything, but everything...

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