Sandy is Utah’s sixth-largest city by population, with over 96,000 residents, nearly 14% of whom are seniors aged 65 and over. The city has a small hometown look and feel, partially due to The Cairns, a large-scale urban renewal project to make downtown a more open and welcoming place for people of all ages. Seniors can navigate most of the revitalized downtown shopping and service centers on foot, but several rideshare and public transit options are available. Outdoor life in Sandy is lively and vibrant, especially for seniors, thanks to the city’s low crime rate and warm, dry climate.
Seniors who live in the Sandy area have many assisted living communities to choose from. Residents of these communities get daily check-in service and assistance from staff with the activities of daily living, such as personal care and meal preparation. Most assisted living communities also offer limited off-site transportation, and some even offer valet services from the front desk. Sandy seniors can expect to pay an average of $3,700 per month for assisted living services, which is $300 higher than the Utah state average of $3,400 per month and $600 lower than the U.S. median of $4,300. However, costs for individual facilities can vary, depending on the location and the amenities offered.
This guide includes information about assisted living costs in Sandy and compares those rates to costs in nearby cities, as well as alternative levels of care. It also provides a list of free senior support services in the Sandy area.