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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in St. Louis, MO for 2024

There are 75 Assisted Living Facilities in the St. Louis area, with 9 in St. Louis and 66 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in St. Louis is $3,390 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,735.

To help you with your search, browse the 760 reviews below for assisted living facilities in St. Louis. On average, consumers rate assisted living in St. Louis 3.92 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Richmond Heights with an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in St Louis

St. Louis, nicknamed “Gateway to the West,” is a vibrant city with a population of just over 308,000.  Around 12 percent of the city’s residents are seniors, and nine assisted living facilities are located within city limits to help them with daily living activities. Another 60 facilities are in nearby communities.

Assisted living facilities (ALFs) in St. Louis are regulated by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Licensed ALFs assist three or more adults with personal care and medication management, and they must have a physician available to supervise residents' health care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in St Louis

  • St. Louis has relatively mild winters, with January lows in the 20s. Summers are hot, with highs in the 80s. With 202 sunny days per year, the city is slightly less sunny than the national average.
  • The cost of living in St. Louis is 11.3% lower than the national average, so budget-conscious seniors may be interested in relocating to this city.
  • St. Louis has one of the highest crime rates in the country. Residents of this city have a one in 16 chance of becoming a victim of property crime, and a one in 48 chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime, so seniors may want to take precautions when out about about in the city.
  • St. Louis is served by an extensive transit network that includes buses and trains. In addition to these fixed-route services, on-demand, wheelchair-accessible transportation is available.
  • Seniors in St. Louis can take advantage of the city’s many museums and galleries, including the world-renowned Saint Louis Art Museum. The city’s assisted living facilities may organize supervised outings to these destinations.
  • St. Louis is home to world-class medical facilities, including SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Assisted Living in St Louis

Assisted Living costs in St. Louis start around $3,390 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in St. Louis and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Missouri

Saint Louis

$5,704

Affton

$4,125

US

$4,000

Webster Groves

$3,600

St Louis

$3,390

Richmond Heights

$3,290

Collinsville

$3,000

Fairview Heights

$2,460

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in St Louis

Seniors in St. Louis may be eligible for financial assistance through Missouri’s optional state supplementation (OSS) program. This cash assistance program is available to seniors who live in a licensed assisted living facility and don’t have sufficient income to pay for their care.

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

Financial Assistance in Missouri

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 Missouri page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in St Louis

St Louis 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 St Louis, please visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in St Louis

St Louis-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Missouri are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Missouri page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Missouri

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Reviewer#RD 0104df

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

Review of St Elizabeth Hall

My brother is at St Elizabeth Hall. I feel that they're taking good care of him. They have a dedicated staff that's been there a long time. There are two beds in the room and a little divider...

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Assisted Living

Linda

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

Review of Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis

My brother has moved into Autumn View Gardens - St. Louis. It is a very well-kept facility. The staff is very pleasant. He got to know them, and they got to know him right away. He seems engaged...

Provider response

Thank you Linda. We agree, your brother has a great success story since he move to Autumn View Gardens! It makes us so happy that he has made friends, is super active in the activities program...

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Assisted Living

Diane

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

Review of St. Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care

My mother is at St. Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care. It's been good. It's still relatively new. They've been attentive. They meet my mother's needs. The food is good, too. They had...

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