
The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Encinitas, CA for 2023
There are 197 Assisted Living Facilities in the Encinitas area, with 7 in Encinitas and 190 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Encinitas is $5,097 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,860.
To help you with your search, browse the 718 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Encinitas. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Encinitas 4.7 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lemon Grove with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Encinitas, CA
Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
Senior Comfort Care
Westmont of Encinitas
RanchView Senior Assisted Living
Seacrest Village at Encinitas Leichta...
Pacifica Senior Living Vista
Pacifica Senior Living Escondido
Silvergate San Marcos
Alta Vista Senior Living
Westmont Town Court
Brookdale Oceanside
Brookdale San Marcos
White Sands La Jolla
Belmont Village Sabre Springs
Brookdale Clairemont
Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Vi at La Jolla Village
Redwood Terrace
Sunrise at La Costa
Felicita Vida
Las Villas Del Norte
Torrey Pines Assisted & Senior Living
Silver Oak Country Estates
Sunrise of Sabre Springs
Belmont Village Cardiff by the Sea
Pacifica Senior Living Oceanside
Sunrise of La Jolla
La Marea Senior Living
Laguna Estates Senior Living
Crest View Manor
Casa Aldea Senior Living
Coral Tree Care
Pacifica Senior Living Rancho Peñasqu...
Ocean Hills Senior Living
Gardens at Escondido
Sunview Gardens
Oakmont of Pacific Beach
Golden Retreat
Villa Monticello Assisted Living
Edward James Retirement Home II
Marama
Splendor Valley
North County Cottage
Gold Canyon Care Home
La Costa Elder Care
Country Rose Estate Memory Care
La Costa Golf Care
Santianna
Heaven's Grace Care Home
Carlsbad Elder Care
Sapphire Pacific II
Tenenbaum Villa
The Gardens Carlsbad
Canyon Terrace Assisted Living Center
Hillside Garden II
Belmont Village La Jolla
New World Villas
Meridian at Lake San Marcos
Fairwinds - Ivey Ranch
La Costa Glen
Wesley Palms
The Remington Club
Casa de Manana
Cypress Court
Bayshire Carlsbad
Carlsbad By the Sea
Mountain View Manor
Shadowridge Senior Living
Aegis at Shadowridge
Avocado Creek
Deer Hill Estates
King'S Care Assisted Living
Everest at Oceanside - Oceanside, CA
La Costa Heights Assisted Living
Arbor Victoria
Elite Manor Residential Care
Grand Villa Residential Care
Angel's Touch II
Edward James Retirement Home LLC
Anne's Place
Gate Manor Ii
Twin Oaks Garden
Mary Katherine's Cottage
Coastal Breeze Assisted Living And Me...
Casa Mahal
Ambassador Senior Retreat I
Twin Oaks Manor
Partners In Senior Living - Crisie Ln
Joy & Jay Home Care
Pacifica Senior Living Poway
Canyon Villas
Huntington Manor
Paradise Sycamore
The Seasons at La Jolla
Pomerado Manor
La Vida Del Mar
Solaris Senior Living Community
Ramona Senior Lodge
Serra Mesa Guest Home III
Coastal Breeze Assisted Living And Me...
Poway Residential Care, LLC
Twin Oaks Garden II
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Encinitas
The sunny beach city of Encinitas is located in southern California just 25 miles north of San Diego — 16.3 percent of residents are over the age of 65. Seniors looking for assisted living can choose from six facilities in Encinitas and over a dozen in the surrounding areas. In California, Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) are regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD).
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Encinitas
- Encinitas has a Mediterranean type climate with temperate weather, which is great news for seniors who enjoy the outdoors. The city has a wet season in the winter and spring with rainfall averaging about 11 inches per year, well below the U.S. average of 39 inches. Temperatures are mild, reaching highs of 74 degrees Fahrenheit in July and lows of 45 degrees in January.
- Encinitas has plenty for Seniors to do, including annual festivals like Oktoberfest, Environment Day and the April Street Fair. The Encinitas Senior Center and Kitchens for Good offers a farm-to-table dining experience for seniors on weekdays and provides transportation for seniors wishing to attend the lunches.
- The cost of living in Encinitas is 127.5 percent higher than the U.S. average,which may be an issue for seniors on a budget. This is primarily due to housing, however, as the costs of groceries, transportation and health care all fall just slightly above national medians.
- Seniors can feel safe living in Encinitas, which has a relatively low crime rate. The city rates an 18.6 out of 100 for violent crime with 100 representing high crime. This is well below the national average of 31.1. Property crime is only slightly higher scoring a 25 out of 100.
- Seniors who don’t drive can take Breeze buses around the city and enjoy reduced fares. Out & About Transportation provides volunteer drivers for seniors who need help getting to grocery shopping, medical appointments and social activities.
- Encinitas has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Senior Citizen Commission, an organization that works to improve the quality of life for seniors in the city, and the City of Encinitas Senior Center, which provides social, recreational and educational activities.
Paying for Assisted Living in Encinitas
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Encinitas start around $5,097 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 Encinitas 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Encinitas
Seniors may apply for financial aid for assisted living through the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program, which helps seniors transition to assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.


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 Encinitas
Encinitas 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 Encinitas, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Encinitas
Encinitas-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.


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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Encinitas
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
Adriana was very warm and welcoming . She was able to show me and my sister around and answer all our questions . Being my first tour I learned a lot about what to do for my future . I enjoyed how ... Read more
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
On my tour I was pleasantly surprised at such a great group of residence. It was a real highlight of my day to stop and check in with a couple of them. There is a great mix of independent and assis... Read more
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Review of Pacifica Senior Living Encinitas
I've visited friends. I have a very good friend whose father was there, and she was very happy with the care and everything. I also visited someone else who lived there, and she seemed to be pretty... Read more
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