Murray Senior Living
5350 Allendale Dr, Murray, UT, 84123
Known as the “Hub of Salt Lake County,” Murray is a suburb of Utah’s capital city and home to just under 50,000 people. Seniors represent 16.4% of that population, a percentage that’s almost perfectly in line with national averages. Residents of Murray are within close range of Salt Lake City’s high-quality health care services, which include Salt Lake Regional Medical Center and the University of Utah Hospital. Area seniors can also enjoy a variety of elder-friendly leisure options. These include historical and cultural museums as well as a range of natural attractions, such as gardens and state parks.
In Murray, seniors can expect to pay $3,700 per month for assisted living. In assisted living facilities, residents have access to around-the-clock care delivered in a secure and supervised setting. Basic daily tasks, such as cooking and cleaning, are handled by staff. In addition, some of these facilities offer on-site medical care and rehabilitative therapy.
This guide is designed to help seniors find their ideal retirement community by comparing the costs of long-term care in Murray and throughout the state. It also offers free resources that can support elders in a transition to assisted living,
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5350 Allendale Dr, Murray, UT, 84123
5377 State St, Murray, UT, 84107
5.0
(1 reviews)
4522 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84117
4.3
(40 reviews)
"The Wellington was a very active community. It was a little bit older, and I didn't care too much for the bathroom doors, they were pretty skinny up by the front door. They had a patio that you could go out to. They had a lot of activities on their s..."
READ MORE4650 S. Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, UT, 84117
4.2
(38 reviews)
"Sunrise at Holladay was marvelous. The staff who we met during the tour was very professional, very warm, and very skilled. They were prepared. They were knowledgeable and helpful. They offered some wonderful services. Overall, it was a very good tou..."
READ MORE10970 South 700 East, Sandy, UT, 84070
4.5
(26 reviews)
"I had a tour of Cedarwood at Sandy, it was my favorite. I enjoyed it. It was warm, it was attractive, and it was inclusive. I liked it. The person who gave the tour was great, she did a good job. She showed me every type of room. They have patios and..."
READ MORE1245 E Murray Holladay Road, Salt Lake City, UT, 84117
4.2
(29 reviews)
"My mother is in Cottonwood Creek. They've got very vibrant residents and staff, very caring staff, and beautiful rooms. They have physical therapy and occupational therapy onsite, which is very convenient, and a lot of great activities for my mother ..."
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76 South 500 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84102
3.8
(32 reviews)
"I visited Capital Hill Senior Living. It was a very, very nice facility but the price is just too much. I was very impressed. When I walked right in, there was a fireplace, and you could see into the dining area. There were people siting, visiting, a..."
READ MORE2130 East 9400 South, Sandy, UT, 84093
4.4
(22 reviews)
"Sunrise of Sandy is great. They take really good care of mom. One thing that I like about the facility is where she's located. She's close to everything that she needs from her room. So, it's a little on the smaller side, which I think is great, too...."
READ MORE6302 S Gold Medal Dr, Taylorsville, UT, 84129
4.5
(22 reviews)
"Legacy House of Taylorsville was an excellent place, it's very clean and nice. We toured the first floor. Everything was tidy, nice, and clean. The staff was helpful. I don't remember anyone in particular as far as their names go, but it was just bas..."
READ MORE1617 Temple Lane, South Jordan, UT, 84095
4.4
(18 reviews)
"My mom has moved into Legacy House of South Jordan. I chose them because I was just comfortable with the environment. I really like the homey feeling and the way it is set up as far as activities and the different little apartments that they stay in...."
READ MORE1212 E. Wilmington Avenue, Salt Lake City, UT, 84105
4.2
(17 reviews)
"Legacy Village of Sugar House is very clean. They offer a lot of amenities. The one-bedroom is very, very spacious, nice, and very clean. No marks on the walls. The carpets have been cleaned. There are awesome views and happier people. The staff were..."
READ MORE10569 River Heights Dr, South Jordan, UT, 84095
4.8
(8 reviews)
"The place is outstanding. It is very positive and very responsive. It's upgraded. It's the newest of the facilities I visited. It felt like a professional environment. The marketing staff has been able to follow through with us several times. They of..."
READ MORE737 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT, 84102
4.6
(9 reviews)
"Sarah Daft Home is a small place. They seem to know each other there. It's very home-like. My husband's room was kept clean. He was well taken care of and he liked the food very much when he was there. The dining room was a big open room with tables ..."
READ MORE11052 S. Grapevine Cove, Sandy, UT, 84070
5.0
(3 reviews)
"What I was impressed with here was the staff, the facility, and the things that were included. I can't think of anything about it that wasn't favorable, I liked everything so far. I met a couple of staff members briefly and the director, and the pers..."
READ MORE1871 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84106
4.6
(5 reviews)
"I loved it. They were very nice. The facility was small and the people were super friendly. I didn't like the location because it was too far from where I live to make it convenient to visit frequently. The staff was very nice. The place was super cl..."
READ MORE6898 S 2300 E, Salt Lake City, UT, 84121
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Escalante at Coventry was fine. It seemed very friendly, and the rooms were nice. Very friendly staff, adequate rooms, and a friendly atmosphere. The menu looked great, I didn't sample it, but the dining area was very nice, with outdoor views...."
READ MORE6968 S 700 W, Midvale, UT, 84047
4.0
(5 reviews)
"Spring Gardens Midvale is small and intimate. There are only 47 beds in the place, which is very small. Everyone seems to know each other. There are people with walkers and people without. It smelled clean. It was very clean and modern. The staff who..."
READ MORE1360 East 9400 South, Sandy, UT, 84093
3.7
(3 reviews)
"Alta Ridge Assisted Living in Sandy is good. The people that have helped me here have been very wonderful. The food and dining area are also good. They have different daily activities, starting at 10 am and ending at about 5 or 6 in the evening. The ..."
READ MORE2011 W 4700 S, Taylorsville, UT, 84129
4.5
(57 reviews)
"I toured Truewood by Merrill Taylorsville. The director that showed me the community was very friendly, I liked him a lot. He knew everybody and they knew him. He welcomed them by name and asked them about their experience, their family, and how thin..."
READ MORE777 East 3900 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84107
4.7
(46 reviews)
"There wasn't anything we didn't like about Pacifica Senior Living Millcreek. It was a very nice place. They were very organized. They had CNAs on staff 24/7. It was very clean. We were impressed. The cost was reasonable, too. The apartments were a go..."
READ MOREMurray’s assisted living facilities are governed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Facility Licensing and Certification. This body upholds state law regarding cleanliness, safety and quality of care in long-term care homes.
According to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, seniors living in Murray pay more than the Utah average of $3,400 per month but less than the national average of $4,300 per month for assisted living. Due to Murray’s proximity to Salt Lake City, Genworth’s data shows the cities as sharing a similar average assisted living price of $3,700 per month.
While actual prices vary by location, the Murray area has high assisted living prices compared to many Utah cities. Logan is just a little more affordable, at $3,650. Costs in St. George are on par with the state average of $3,400. At $3,200, Provo has the lowest assisted living costs in the state and is $500 per month more affordable than Murray.
Murray
$3,700
Utah
$3,400
The United States
$4,300
Provo
$3,200
St. George
$3,400
Logan
$3,650
Assisted living is one of the most affordable types of long-term care in Murray. Only adult day health care is more affordable, at $1,127. Homemaker services and home health aide services share an average cost of $5,100. Nursing homes are even more expensive, with a semiprivate room averaging $6,996 and a private room averaging $9,125.
Homemaker services
$5,100
Home health aide
$5,100
Adult day health care
$1,127
Assisted living
$3,700
Nursing home, semiprivate
$6,996
Nursing home, private room
$9,125
Seniors who reside in assisted living facilities in Murray may be eligible for funding assistance under the Medicaid 1915(c) New Choices Waiver program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Utah page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Utah page.
The following resources are designed to provide information, guidance and assistance to seniors living in Murray.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services | (385) 468-3200 | In addition to operating senior centers throughout the county, this department provides social services to elders. An active adult program promotes health with indoor and outdoor exercise classes. An ombudsman is available to assist seniors resolve concerns about their care or conditions. Medicare counseling services help older adults access insurance and benefits and a transportation initiative helps elders get around the city. |
Salt Lake City Vet Center | (801) 266-1499 | Veterans can get help submitting claims and appeals for a variety of entitlements and assistance programs at this vet center. These include pensions, disability benefits and financial aid for medical care. Mental health care, including support groups and individual counseling, is also available. |
Nonprofit Legal Services of Utah | (385) 419-4111 | Seniors throughout the state can get help with accessing health care and benefits as well as with creating wills and estate plans. This nonprofit also offers assistance with civil issues such as housing disputes and consumer matters. |
Murray-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Utah are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Utah page for more information about these laws.