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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Clemente, CA for 2024

Home to nearly 64,000 people, including a large population of seniors aged 65 and older who make up 18.5% of the population, San Clemente boasts beautiful beaches, mountain views and the fantastic weather expected in Southern California. It’s on a picturesque stretch of the Pacific Coast about midway between Los Angeles and San Diego and offers seniors a small-town feel while being near the two largest cities in the state and everything they offer. Whether seniors enjoy golfing, walking on trails, dining on seafood or admiring stunning sunsets, they’ll find it all in San Clemente.

Seniors who don’t require around-the-clock nursing care but benefit from personal assistance and limited nursing care may enjoy assisted living. This senior care option offers a less restrictive living environment and numerous social opportunities for older adults. The average monthly cost of assisted living in San Clemente is $5,475, which is only slightly higher than the state average but much higher than the national average.

This guide details assisted living in San Clemente, including comparisons of average costs in nearby cities and other senior care options. It also lists some benefits and drawbacks of retiring in San Clemente and free aging-related resources.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in San Clemente

The Senior Care Licensing Program monitors and licenses assisted living facilities in San Clemente and throughout the state. It has field staff in 13 regional offices who perform regulatory inspections. The Orange County Adult & Senior Care Regional Office in Orange services all cities throughout Orange County, including San Clemente.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in San Clemente

  • The climate in San Clemente is top-notch for seniors who enjoy spending time outdoors. The city boasts 281 sunny days yearly, more than the 205 days that’s the national average. It also doesn’t get any snow and has very few nights with below-freezing temperatures, which helps prevent slips and falls on icy pavement.
  • San Clemente’s violent crime rate is about half the state and national averages, and property crime rates are also significantly lower. Overall, the city has fewer reported criminal activities than many other cities nationwide.
  • California exempts Social Security income from state income taxes, so seniors in San Clemente keep more of their retirement. Unfortunately, most other retirement benefits are taxed. Income taxes are hefty for those with significantly higher incomes, but seniors with low to mid-range incomes have much lower tax rates.
  • Combined sales taxes in Orange County are 7.75%, which includes 6% state taxes and 1.75% county taxes. Orange County’s sales taxes are less than 68.5% of California’s other cities and counties, saving San Clemente seniors some money. Plus, groceries are tax-exempt, and prescription drugs only incur the 1.75% county rate.
  • While the cost of living in San Clemente is high, like much of California, it’s primarily due to high housing costs that shouldn’t impact seniors in assisted living. The city’s overall cost of living is double the national average and about 50% higher than the state average, but health care costs are about 7% less than the nationwide average and 5% less than the state. Lower costs in this area can be highly beneficial for aging adults who frequently seek medical care.
  • Although San Clemente doesn’t have a local hospital, the Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo is less than 9 miles away and nationally ranked in orthopedics and rehabilitation. San Clemente also has 249 doctors per 100,000 residents, more than the national average of 210. 

Paying for Assisted Living in San Clemente

The average cost of assisted living in Clemente is $5,475, but this can vary based on numerous factors, including the assisted living community’s amenities, housing options, level of care and pricing structure. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Although San Clemente’s average assisted living cost is only $225 more than the statewide average of $5,250, it’s $975 higher than the national average. Compared to nearby cities, it’s higher than Los Angeles, which mirrors the state average, and significantly higher than Riverside by more than $1,400 per month. However, it’s lower than Oxnard’s average of $5,750 by $275 and $675 less than El Centro to the east.

San Clemente

$5,475

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Riverside

$4,000

Los Angeles

$5,250

Oxnard

$5,750

El Centro

$6,150

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

When comparing other senior care options in San Clemente, adult day health care is the lowest cost option at $2,058, about 2.5 times less than assisted living. For seniors wanting to age in place at home, in-home care costs $6,387, over $900 more than assisted living, and home health care is slightly higher at $6,473. Semiprivate rooms in nursing homes are the most expensive option, costing $9,384 — $3,900 more than assisted living.

In-Home Care

$6,387

Home Health Care

$6,473

Adult Day Health Care

$2,058

Assisted Living Facility

$5,475

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,384

Note: Data for San Clemente was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Diego, was used instead.

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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 California page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in San Clemente

San Clemente seniors have several local resources that provide various services and programs. The following free or low-cost again-related resources promote socializing and active lifestyles that help seniors retain their independence in assisted living.

ResourceContactService
Age Well(949) 855-8033Age Well is a nonprofit organization that offers senior services in southern Orange County, including in San Clemente. Its programs include health and wellness services, low-cost non-emergency medical transportation, senior activities, case management and nutrition programs.
Dorothy Visser Senior Center of San Clemente(949) 498-3322The Dorothy Visser Senior Center in Downtown San Clemente provides a safe place for seniors to socialize while taking advantage of its many programs. The Center offers classes that appeal to older adults, a fitness room for recreational activities, live music on Fridays, support groups, wellness activities and computer training.
The City of San Clemente’s Senior Mobility Program(949) 361-6119Seniors aged 60 or older can request door-to-door transportation from the Senior Mobility Program. Riders must live within San Clemente to receive rides to select grocery stores Mondays through Thursdays and the local senior center Mondays through Fridays. The City contracts with California Yellow Cab to provide roundtrip services.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program: Orange & Riverside County(800) 300-6222The LTC Ombudsman Program advocates for residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities and board-and-care homes in Orange and Riverside Counties. Ombudsmen investigate complaints and seek to resolve problems while advocating for the rights of residents of LTC facilities. Services are free and confidential.
Retired Senior Volunteer Program(714) 953-5757RSVP is a free members-only program for adult volunteers aged 55 or older operated through the Corporation of National Community Service. OneOC hosts RSVP Volunteers throughout Orange and San Bernardino Counties at nonprofit organizations, with personalized matching to ensure they enjoy their placement.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Clemente

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

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Robert

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of San Clemente Villas by the Sea

We're now at San Clemente Villas by the Sea. My wife and I are perfectly healthy, and we just moved in because we're getting old. The facility is excellent. It's a nice location. The staff is...

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Carol

I visited this facility

Review of San Clemente Villas by the Sea

I went here . The tour went well. The person was very knowledgeable and caring, and the property shows well. It just doesn't work for my mom. The units that were available show very well. The...

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Darcy

I visited this facility

Review of San Clemente Villas by the Sea

The apartment that was available was very nice. The features were super simplified, but they're beautiful and workable. Everything you would need was in your little apartment. It was perfect. They...

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