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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Jordan, UT for 2024

 

Located just 20 miles south of Salt Lake City, South Jordan is a vibrant, fast-growing community near world-class cultural amenities and medical facilities. Its low crime rate and comfortable weather make the city a practical option for seniors, an age group that makes up 12% of the 84,000 residents, and its proximity to Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley and Riverton Hospital provides medical support.

South Jordan also has assisted living facilities that accommodate the needs of older adults who require daily assistance. These residential communities provide housing, often in private studios or apartment-style units, along with daily meals and snacks, transportation services and personal care. Many have on-site amenities such as libraries, hair salons and fitness studios, as well as outdoor grills, walking paths and resident-maintained gardens. While monthly fees vary depending on a facility’s amenities and pricing structure for care, rates typically come in at $3,310 per month. This is lower than the Utah norm of $3,500 and the national average of $4,500.

This guide provides more information on how assisted living costs in South Jordan compare to alternatives in the city and nearby. It also lists some resources for older adults considering assisted living in this city. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in South Jordan

All assisted living facilities in South Jordan and the rest of Utah are regulated by the Utah Department of Health & Human Services. This department enforces minimum standards for building and safety standards, staffing and care planning. It also follows up on complaints regarding substandard care and conditions.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in South Jordan

 

  • Seniors in South Jordan pay state income taxes on all forms of retirement income, including Social Security benefits. Regardless of the individual's income, they pay a flat rate of 4.95% in income taxes to the state, which may affect their assisted living budget. Fortunately, those with pension income can claim a tax credit of up to $450 to reduce their tax bill. 
  • On a 100-point cost of living index based on living costs nationwide, South Jordan scores 121.3. This is several points higher than Utah’s score of 114.2 and about 21% higher than the national norm, which may be a consideration for prospective assisted living residents. Housing costs in this city are particularly high, driving up the overall cost of living, but choosing residential care may be an affordable alternative to purchasing or renting a home.
  • Property crime is a little less common in South Jordan than in a typical U.S. city, and violent crime occurs even less frequently. On a 100-point crime index, the city scores 34.1 for property-related criminal activity, which is slightly below the national score of 35.4. However, its violent crime score is 10.3, considerably lower than the U.S. norm of 22.7. This may foster the safe environment many seniors are seeking for retirement.
  • South Jordan ranks as one of the warmer places in Utah, with year-round temperatures ranging from 22 to 92 degrees Fahrenheit. The city gets 18 inches of rain and 44 inches of annual snowfall, and days with noticeable humidity are rare. To keep residents comfortable throughout the changing seasons, many assisted living facilities have individual climate controls in residents’ apartments.
  • There are no hospitals in South Jordan proper, but Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley and Riverton Hospital are located within a couple of miles of the city. Additionally, there are about 233 doctors per 100,000 people compared to 210 nationally, and many assisted living facilities have dedicated office space for visiting health care providers.

Paying for Assisted Living in South Jordan

 

Assisted living facilities in South Jordan charge monthly rates of $3,310 for care.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors in South Jordan pay approximately $3,310 per month for assisted living, which is affordable compared to the Utah average of $3,500 and the national norm of $4,500. Local rates are competitive compared to care costs in other surveyed cities in Utah, including St. George, where monthly fees are 6% higher than in South Jordan, and Ogden, where care costs exceed the local norm by 11%. Cost trends across state lines further show that South Jordan is an affordable place to obtain care, with local care costs in Grand Junction, CO, averaging $4,250 and monthly fees in Flagstaff, AZ, coming in at $5,000.

South Jordan

$3,310

Utah

$3,500

United States

$4,500

Ogden

$3,663

St. George

$3,500

Flagstaff, AZ

$5,000

Grand Junction, CO

$4,250

The Cost of Other Types

Assisted living is the most economical senior care option recorded in South Jordan, with seniors paying average monthly rates of $3,310 for this level of care. This is less than half the cost of nursing home care, which starts at $7,437 for around-the-clock medical support. Similarly, in-home care and home health care are costlier alternatives to residential services, with respective monthly fees coming in at $5,625 and $5,661.

In-Home Care

$5,625

Home Health Care

$5,661

Assisted Living Facility

$3,310

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,437

Note: Data for South Jordan was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Salt Lake City, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in South Jordan

Unlike many states, Utah does not offer a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment for assisted living facilities. However, qualifying seniors can still get help paying for assisted living in South Jordan through Utah's Medicaid New Choices 1915(c) Waiver program.

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

Financial Assistance in Utah

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 Utah page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in South Jordan

South Jordan 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 South Jordan, please visit our Assisted Living in Utah page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in South Jordan

 

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

Laws and Regulations in Utah

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