Located along the Atlantic coast in northern Florida, Jacksonville features both cityscapes and public beaches. The area hosts 62 assisted living communities, while 35 more sit in surrounding neighborhoods. As of 2024, the standard rate for assisted living in Jacksonville is about $5,350 per month. This cost matches the national median price, but Florida's typical rates rank lower at about $4,750.
You'll find 947 reviews reviews of Jacksonville's assisted living communities in our directory. Residents and their loved ones give these communities an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars. Read the reviews below to learn more.
10660 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257
4.6
(43 reviews)
"My father moved to Wyndham Lakes in Jacksonville. He is there for independent living, and we like that he has his own room. The cleanliness is pretty good, and the staff has great communication. I haven't eaten there, but he said the food is okay. Th..."
$2,550
10061 Sweetwater Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256
4.4
(45 reviews)
"We went to Camellia at Deerwood for my ward. We liked everything about it, the staff, the availability of activities, and the socialization. The staff was very professional and engaging. They talked to the ward to see what her likes and dislikes were..."
$3,895
4600 Middleton Park Circle East, Jacksonville, FL 32224
4.3
(77 reviews)
"I looked at Cypress Village. That was nice. I like it but it costs a fortune to get in there. The grounds are beautiful, the apartments are nice, the services are good but too expensive. The person who accommodated me during the tour, she's very good..."
$2,400
CARING STARS WINNER
5939 Roosevelt Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32205
4.4
(33 reviews)
"I went to The Windsor at Ortega. They gave us samples of different food items, and they were good. The building was super clean, up-to-date, and very inviting. The rooms were great. They were like little apartments with a bedroom, living room, and ba..."
$3,975
PROMOTION!
10790 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32086
4.4
(32 reviews)
"I liked Brookdale Mandarin, but it was a little bit more than we were sure my friend could handle. They were a little bit more money because it is assisted living. I liked the atmosphere that they were throwing off. I felt like that's what my frien..."
$3,310
7620 Timberlin Park, Jacksonville, FL 32256
4.3
(31 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Sodalis Jacksonville. I like the fact it is a small community, and I like its interior. The staff has been there for the long term. Those are the biggest reasons why we chose them. I have tried their food. It is assisted liv..."
$2,600
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4870 Belfort Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256
4.2
(36 reviews)
"I liked Sunrise of Jacksonville. I liked the openness of it. The place was very clean and it didn't smell like a nursing home or a hospital. It was very pleasant and everything was tiptop, as far as I could see. The rooms were good-sized, and the bat..."
$4,864
PROMOTION!
4455 Merrimac Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32210
4.2
(25 reviews)
"Brookdale Avondale was very, very clean. When I walked in, I didn't smell anything. The staff showed us the entire place, and it was very nice. I love the way it was set up because it felt like an apartment setting as opposed to a nursing home. All t..."
$4,440
CARING STARS WINNER
9601 Southbrook Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32256
4.1
(61 reviews)
"I will move into Brookdale Southside. It was very well designed and kept up. People were busy. They weren't just sitting and watching television. There was quite a bit of activity going on. One day, we were there, and people were having a yard sale. ..."
$2,800
PROMOTION!
3270 Tamaya Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246
4.4
(13 reviews)
"Grand Living at Tamaya is very pretty but very expensive. It had the exact same layout as the other Grand Living place, using the same cabinetry and everything. The common areas and the library looked exactly the same. They had the same piano, too. I..."
$4,640
1700 The Greens Way, Jacksonville, FL 32250
4.2
(22 reviews)
"My friend has moved into The Cove at Marsh Landing. They're clean, well-maintained, and very friendly. The day that we brought her in, they made her feel special, so I was ecstatic about that. The staff is very friendly, very cooperative, and very he..."
$4,200
9960 Atrium Way, Jacksonville, FL 32225
4.0
(55 reviews)
"My husband will move into Fountains at Mill Cove. We liked it because it was unlike a regular nursing home, where everyone was in a bed and not functioning. It's more oriented toward getting people out and doing things. They have a lot of activities...."
$2,300
CARING STARS WINNER
4000 San Pablo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32224
4.3
(15 reviews)
"The Windsor at San Pablo was a beautiful place. The room and everything they showed us looked beautiful. They just couldn't take my mother in. She needed too much care, but everybody I talked to seemed very friendly and very helpful...."
$5,940
CARING STARS WINNER
14199 WM Davis Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32224
4.5
(8 reviews)
"My mom will stay where she is at, which is here. We just worked some other financial things out to make it more affordable. It's a wonderful place, and we don't want her to leave. The food is good, it is not 100% like home, but they do a nice job. Th..."
$3,795
2317 Gilmore St., Jacksonville, FL 32204
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I toured Better Days Senior Living. The outside was very inviting, and things were very clean and neat. It looked like someone's home when I walked there. The air was refreshing, and the residents talked to us as they came out. They were talking and ..."
$4,000
12350 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32223
4.2
(7 reviews)
"HarborChase of Mandarin was clean, light, airy, and spacious. They had lots of activities and amenities. The salesperson was very patient, very understanding, and answered a lot of our questions. The apartments were clean, also airy, and had lots of ..."
$4,795
CARING STARS WINNER
3455 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32224
4.3
(3 reviews)
"It was a very nice facility with lovely rooms, lots of activities, and nice common areas. The staff was very attentive. The food service looked wonderful. The only reason I ruled this one out was that the other facility I looked at was so much closer..."
$3,995
PROMOTION!
6895 Belfort Oaks Place, Jacksonville, FL 32216
3.2
(18 reviews)
"Brookdale Southpoint was a one floor facility, which was something that I was interested in. There was not a huge number of total beds. Their memory care unit was secure. They have a shared living suite or a room for two, but that's not what I wanted..."
$3,839
417 Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32222
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The Addison of Oakleaf was very nice and very homey. It didn't seem scary for the people going into memory care. However, the staff members were not knowledgeable, and they appeared very confused. They didn't know anything. They couldn't provide a pr..."
$4,295
9075 San Jose Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32257
4.7
(12 reviews)
"We went to Starling of San Jose. It was a very possible place. It was a nice clean facility. It seemed very, very nice. The staff were very nice. The rooms were adequate. It was a bigger facility; it had 66 apartments. However, we're looking for a sm..."
$4,926
Assisted Living
Bonnie
5.0
Review of Fountains at Mill Cove
My husband will move into Fountains at Mill Cove. We liked it because it was unlike a regular nursing home, where everyone was in a bed and not functioning. It's more oriented toward getting people...
Assisted Living
Earline
5.0
Review of Brookdale Mandarin
I liked Brookdale Mandarin, but it was a little bit more than we were sure my friend could handle. They were a little bit more money because it is assisted living. I liked the atmosphere that...
Assisted Living
Julie
5.0
Review of Brookdale Mandarin
There wasn't anything I didn't like at Brookdale Mandarin. Everything was great. My father would have his own little apartment. In every room there were pull cords. There was a doctor and a medical...
Per Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, Jacksonville's assisted living communities charge about $5,350 monthly. This cost aligns with the national norm, but seniors will find lower prices in nearby areas. Ocala represents one of the cheapest alternatives, with local communities charging about $3,969. Meanwhile, Orlando is cost-effective at $3,823. Nonetheless, some locations feature higher prices. Gainesville's communities charge about $2,705 more than Jacksonville's, highlighting Florida's diverse price range.
Jacksonville
$5,350
Florida
$4,750
United States
$5,350
Gainesville
$8,055
Deltona
$4,000
Ocala
$3,969
Orlando
$3,823
Many seniors in Jacksonville use various strategies for covering assisted living expenses, including health insurance, benefits from the Veterans' Administration, money from retirement accounts or monthly income. Understanding the payment options their community accepts and finding out what programs they qualify for helps seniors determine the long-term financial viability of assisted living.
Florida has a number of programs that can help seniors afford assisted living in Jacksonville. One is the Optional State Supplement (OSS) provided by the Florida Department of Children and Families. Eligible seniors may also find assistance through Florida Medicaid.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Florida page.
Inflation has impacted many aspects of life in Jacksonville, including the cost of assisted living. While seniors paid an average of $4,180 per month for care in 2022, that pricing has increased by over 9.5% to $4,580 in 2023. Costs are expected to be even higher in 2024 ($4,932). Despite being a little higher than the state median ($4,067), Jacksonville's costs are in line with national averages ($4,459). However, nearby cities, such as Gainesville ($4,296) and Tallahassee ($3,784), offer more affordable assisted living.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $4,180 | $4,580 | $4,932 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Florida | $3,727 | $4,067 | $4,438 |
| Gainesville | $3,921 | $4,296 | $4,626 |
| Tallahassee | $3,454 | $3,784 | $4,075 |
| Tampa | $3,259 | $3,571 | $3,846 |
In Jacksonville, assisted living communities charge moderate rates compared to other senior care options. In-home care providers charge about $84 more, while home health care costs roughly $202 less. On the other hand, seniors in nursing home facilities incur notably higher fees of about $11,710 per month, while those receiving adult day health care pay much less at around $3,088.
In-Home Care
$5,434
Home Health Care
$5,148
Adult Day Health Care
$3,088
Assisted Living Facility
$5,350
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,710
Assisted Living Room Accommodation Types and Availability
According to our proprietary database, assisted living facilities in Jacksonville offer 28 studio apartments, 20 one-bedroom apartments, and 15 two-bedroom apartments.
Health and Personal Care Service Levels and Availability
Jacksonville has 21 facilities offering respite care services, 6 offering bathing assistance, 5 offering skilled nursing, and 3 offering memory care.
Pet Policies and Popular Amenities
Pets are allowed in 31 facilities in Jacksonville, with 2 that restrict cats, 4 that do not allow large dogs (only small dogs allowed), and 12 others with a strict 'no-pet' policy. In terms of recreation and wellness amenities, Jacksonville offers 13 facilities with a pool or spa, 1 with a golf course, and 2 with a patio.
Non-English Languages Spoken
There are 19 Jacksonville facilities that support non-English languages, including:
These statistics are current as of December 2024 using Caring's proprietary database of Assisted Living facilities across the United States, sourced largely from the facilities or from our team's research. We strive to maintain the largest database of senior living facilities and senior care resources online. Though we may not have full coverage, we will continue to update and validate this data for care seekers. These data points describe the facility's location offerings, which may include more types of care than Assisted Living.
There are many resources in Jacksonville,FL that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Florida state page.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ElderSource | 888-242-4464 7-1-1 (TTY) | ElderSource operates the Elder Helpline, which has live representatives who provide referrals for options counseling, financial assistance and direct care. It also administers several services for seniors, including the health insurance options counseling program, the ElderSource Institute and Suppers for Seniors. |
| Feeding Northeast Florida | 904-513-1333 | Through this nonprofit organization, seniors can locate food banks throughout the Jacksonville region. |
| Paxon Revival Center Food Pantry | 904-781-0348 | The Paxon Revival Center hosts an open food pantry on Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. for those who preregister. It has a pop-up food program on the second and fifth Wednesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. |
| Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program | 800-963-5337 | This benefit provides funds to help seniors supplement their monthly food budget. Seniors receive assistance on an EBT card, which they can use at many local grocery stores and farmer's markets. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program | 904-398-7472 | The Weatherization Assistance Program helps seniors lower their utility costs by repairing or replacing components in their homes. Services the program pays for include improving HVAC equipment, installing insulation and testing air filtration. |
| Catholic Charities | 904-632-0600 | Catholic Charities houses the Emergency Financial Assistance Program, which provides money for housing and food. It operates a food pantry on Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. |
| Aging True Community Senior Services | 904-807-1203 | Aging True provides recreational programming, nutrition services and health care for seniors. It also helps older adults live independently by providing meal delivery services, financial education and basic chore services. |
| Jacksonville Social Security Offices | 800-772-1213 800-325-0778 (TTY) | Jacksonville has three Social Security offices where seniors can obtain replacement Social Security cards and apply for Medicare and disability and retirement benefits. |
| Homestead Exemption | 904-255-5900 | Jacksonville homeowners aged 65 and over can apply for an additional homestead exemption of up to $50,000. This reduces the assessed value of their homes, bringing down their property tax bill. |
| Connexion Paratransit Services | 904-265-6001 | This program offers destination-to-destination shared public transportation services for those whose disabilities prevent them from using the city's fixed-route service. It also operates the Connexion Plus program for individuals who need private door-to-door services. |
| Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program | 904-362-8052 | LIHEAP assists eligible seniors in preventing utility shutoffs by making direct payments to utility companies on their behalf. |
| Jacksonville, FL, Vet Center | 904-399-8351 | Jacksonville's vet center provides confidential mental health care services for veterans and their families. Services include in-person and telehealth counseling for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and grief. |
Jacksonville-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Florida page for more information about these laws.
An assisted living community's services and amenities promote a comfortable, engaging lifestyle for residents, helping them remain active. From convenience to activities that cater to residents' interests, these features enhance the quality of life and foster a sense of community. They can also help residents get the support they need to age in place.
Talk to a Caring.com Family Advisor for personalized assistance with comparing assisted living amenities.
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