Situated in the west-central region of Alabama, the Tuscaloosa County community of Northport sits adjacent to downtown Tuscaloosa on the Black Warrior River. In 2024, assisted living costs in this city come in at around $3,748 per month, running well below Alabama’s median of $4,143 and the nationwide norm of $5,350. The region has several facilities for seniors to consider, including 2 in Northport and more close by.
In our guide, we find that local assisted living communities earn an overall quality score of 4.5 out of 5 stars stars based on 12 reviews consumer reviews.
951 Rose Dr., Northport, AL 35476
4.5
(12 reviews)
"My father was at The Landings of Northport. They were awesome and very caring. They have met all of our expectations. My father had a one-bedroom apartment, which was very nice and convenient. It was everything he needed. The staff was very nice, car..."
$2,595
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Assisted Living
Dusty
5.0
Review of The Landings of Northport
My father was at The Landings of Northport. They were awesome and very caring. They have met all of our expectations. My father had a one-bedroom apartment, which was very nice and convenient. It...
Assisted Living
Elaine
5.0
Review of The Landings of Northport
Brookdale Northport has everything that my mother needs and they've been able to take care of anything I needed. Her apartment has a living room, a bedroom, and a kitchenette. You could also have a...
Assisted Living
Gemma
4.0
Review of Heritage Residential Care Village
My cousin is now at Heritage Residential Care Village. The people are friendly. It is a small place. The area where he lives (the assisted living facility) only has 14 residents. It is fresh and...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that Northport seniors spend around $3,748 per month on assisted living services. This rate falls about $400 below the statewide norm and comes in lower than costs in nearby cities. For example, seniors in Daphne and Anniston pay approximately $4,784 and $4,853, respectively, and in Birmingham, facilities charge roughly $5,615.
Northport
$3,748
Alabama
$4,143
The United States
$5,350
Birmingham
$5,615
Daphne
$4,784
Montgomery
$4,345
Anniston
$4,853
There are several programs to help seniors cover the costs of assisted living in Northport. One such program is the Elderly and Disabled Waiver offered through Alabama Medicaid, which may also have other programs for which seniors can apply.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Alabama 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 Alabama page.
Assisted living communities in Northport charge around $3,748 per month, which exceeds the cost of private care solutions but offers affordability compared to intensive care. For example, seniors pay about $2,097 for home health care, and those who need 24-hour medical support and monitoring pay roughly $7,391 for nursing home care with semi-private accommodations.
Home Health Care
$2,097
Assisted Living Facility
$3,748
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$7,391
Note: Since data for Northport is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Tuscaloosa, instead.
Government agencies and nonprofit groups offer a variety of free resources to help older people in the Northport area. Seniors who want to learn more about assisted living, financing options and ways to age independently can contact the following organizations for assistance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging of West Alabama | (205) 333-2990 | The Area Agency on Aging has more than 40 years of experience serving seniors, disabled adults and families in Northport and communities across west Alabama. It connects residents to Medicaid long-term care ways, recreational activities, nutritional services and government benefits that support independent aging. An organization's long-term care ombudsman is available to answer questions about assisted living and seniors learn more about their options and personal rights. |
| FOCUS on Senior Citizens | (205) 553-3133 | FOCUS on Senior Citizens, also known as FOCUS 50+, has served seniors in Northport and Tuscaloosa County since 1972. The organization is committed to providing programs and services that meet the needs of the community’s older residents and help seniors prepare for the journey ahead. It offers student mentorship programs, volunteer opportunities and free recreational programs at the McAbee Senior Center. |
| Community Service Programs of West Alabama | (205) 752-5429 | This nonprofit community action agency offers supportive services that benefit elderly seniors in Northport and eight counties across west Alabama. In addition to delivering Meals on Wheels to homebound adults, its Elderly Assistance Program helps with medications, groceries and minor home repairs. It also offers informational services, referrals and case management services to help seniors maintain their self-sufficiency. |
| Legal Services Alabama, Tuscaloosa Office | (205) 758 7503 | Legal Services Alabama is a statewide organization that operates eight regional offices. It provides information, education and advice to help local residents who are facing civil legal issues related to family law, benefits, terminations or reductions, housing access and estate planning. Free legal services are available to low-income families and seniors aged 60 or older. |
Northport-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
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