Murfreesboro is a vibrant town with a range of cultural amenities, locally owned shops and restaurants and historic sites, providing an engaging environment for retirement. While this city sees thousands of vacationers annually, it’s home to over 150,000 year-round residents, about 9% of whom are retirement-aged. The city’s comfortable weather and reliable public transportation system make it easy to enjoy local amenities, and the state’s lack of income tax helps many seniors afford long-term care.
Murfreesboro has numerous assisted living facilities that meet the needs of older adults who need help with some daily living activities. Residents have individualized care plans and access to convenient services such as housekeeping and daily meals. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Murfreesboro pay $4,100 per month for assisted living, which is in line with the Tennessee average and several hundred dollars below the national median.
This guide provides more in-depth information on how local assisted living rates compare with rates in other cities throughout the state, and it highlights common ways seniors pay for monthly care expenses. It also lists free resources available to seniors and some of the laws and regulations local assisted living facilities follow.