Located on the Mississippi River, Minneapolis and St. Paul make up the Twin Cities. Minneapolis is Minnesota’s most-populated city, featuring 429,954 people, 10% of whom are seniors ages 65 and up. A member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, Minneapolis is considered one of the most senior-friendly cities in the country.
Assisted living facilities are permanent residences for seniors that offer hands-on assistance with daily living activities such as personal care and housekeeping. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who can’t live on their own yet don’t need the advanced level of care provided by nursing homes. On average, seniors living in Minneapolis pay $5,163 per month for assisted living care, roughly 15% more than Minnesota’s statewide average.
This guide discusses the basics of assisted living in Minneapolis. It covers local resources available to seniors, features an in-depth breakdown of assisted living costs and discusses the benefits and drawbacks of living here.
11350 Martin Street Northwest, Minneapolis, MN, 55433
4.6
(9 reviews)
"Select Senior Living had a nice dining area and a nice apartment. The lobby was nice and clean. The lady didn't know we were coming, but she took care of us and showed us around, so that was very nice. She had the other people in front, so we just..."
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428 S. 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55401
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My wife stayed at Abiitan Mill City. They helped with all sorts of services, like getting her dressed, going to the bathroom, and bringing food. They have all sorts of other things that you could do and other programs. They're pretty much complete..."
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3733 23rd Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, 55407
3.3
(8 reviews)
"Our tour at Minnehaha Senior Living was very nice. It was very informative. I thought the actual facility was very homey, nice, and clean. They had a lot to offer, which was nice. The staff was very nice. She was exceptional."
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6449 Edgemont Blvd N, Minneapolis, MN, 55428
"Operated and owned by an experienced RN; We offer24 hour of personalized, family-like care for our residents. We make it our mission to thor..."
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3541 Aquila Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55426
"Let Our Family Take Care of Yours H&H GROUP HOME LLC We currently have openings in our licensed Assisted Living Facilty. We are locat..."
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8240 Newton Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, 55444
"Blessing Residential Care (BRC), LLC is a veteran-owned 5-bedroom licensed assisted Living facility for 55+ located in Brooklyn Park, MN. W..."
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1819 S 6th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55454
"Our house is located in the heart of the city on a quiet corner, where there are parks for our residents to walk to. Each resident has their..."
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2540 Kenzie Terrace, Minneapolis, MN, 55418
4.5
(18 reviews)
"The Legacy of St. Anthony was beautiful. It had a chapel which my mother really liked, and the person who took us around had been a church cantor. Mom could connect with that because she had also been a cantor leading the singing at church. I thin..."
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825 Summit Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55403
4.8
(11 reviews)
"What makes The Kenwood such a unique and welcoming place are the people, many of whom have worked there for 10–22 years. It says a lot about the leadership of an organization to sustain that level of dedication. My mom lived at The Kenwood for 7..."
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3701 Chandler Drive, Minneapolis, MN, 55421
3.9
(13 reviews)
"My mom was in Chandler Place before. The people working there were very nice and very helpful. The rooms were spacious and well-mmaintained. They had lots of activities. They had lots of choice of food. They could choose what they wanted to eat. I..."
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2533 FIRST AVENUE SOUTH, Minneapolis, MN, 55404
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Signe Burckhardt Manor is a good place. Actually it's great. It's one of those places which actually give information of the activities and programs that are going on. Right now, I can't actually say much about the place because renovation is goin..."
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5501 American Blvd W, Minneapolis, MN, 55437
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Amira Choice Bloomington empowers seniors to live optimistically, confidently and with a sense of purpose. We provide supportive services an..."
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3737 BRYANT AVENUE SOUTH, Minneapolis, MN, 55409
3.4
(16 reviews)
"Our grandmother choose this as the place she wanted to live in, after selling her home of 60 years. It was decorated well, there was new carpet and appliances in her apartment, and it was so convenient for her to either have her meals downstairs ..."
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3115 Aldrich Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55408
4.5
(2 reviews)
"We looked at the Bryant Square Apartments, near the park of the same name in South Minneapolis, because of its convenient location. Most of my great grandmother's family lives near the area, so it would be easy to visit her. We have always loved visi"
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5101 Minnehaha Av. S, Minneapolis, MN, 55417
4.3
(3 reviews)
"It is a very good place. I find that the staff is caring and well trained. The facility is clean and well maintained. The food is well cooked, but there is not enough variety in it. They could definitely use a salad bar. The best part about livin"
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3610 Phillips Parkway South, Minneapolis, MN, 55426
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother is in Roitenberg Family Assisted Living. It seems like a really good place. The people are friendly and caring. They are able to establish a rapport. The rate is comparable, and the food is good."
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155 5th Ave South, Minneapolis, MN, 55401
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My Mother in Law has been here for about 4 months and really likes it. The rooms are spacious, and she always has things to do. We were worried that she would have a hard time being away from her home that she lived in for years, but after a small..."
READ MORE3700 Cedar Lake Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55416
3.6
(9 reviews)
"I visited Jones Harrison for my mom for assisted living. It’s in an attractive setting that feels elegant and welcoming. The rooms are very attractive, and the people who lived there are active, friendly, and engaged with each other. It seemed like a"
READ MORE1510 11Th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55404
3.8
(6 reviews)
"Augustana Apartments is a really nice place. The staff and residents are very nice, caring, friendly, and open. It’s just really wonderful. I just moved in last Saturday. I think it is a good atmosphere. They are accommodating if you’re struggling..."
READ MORE8000 - 8008 Bass Lake Rd., Minneapolis, MN, 55428
3.1
(14 reviews)
"I've been to St Therese, it's a very nice community, and they have plenty of help. They have a place for assisted living, long-term care, and independent living. They have a chapel, they have a nice eating area for visitors, they serve breakfast, ..."
READ MOREAssisted Living Licensure, a department of the Minnesota Department of Health’s Health Regulation Division, supervises and regulates assisted living facilities in Minneapolis. In addition to awarding licenses to assisted living providers, Assisted Living Licensure conducts on-site surveys, enforces rules and regulations and communicates issues regarding assisted living laws with providers and the public.
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living providers in Minneapolis charge an average of $5,163 per month. This rate is higher than Minnesota’s statewide average of $4,508 per month, which is practically identical to the national monthly average of $4,500.
After Minneapolis, Duluth has the next-most expensive assisted living costs at an average of $5,000 per month. Next up is Rochester, where seniors pay an average of $4,180 per month for assisted living care; St. Cloud costs more or less the same, averaging $4,100 in monthly assisted living costs. Mankato rounds out the list as the most affordable city in the Gopher State, costing just $3,135 per month.
Minneapolis
$5,163
Minnesota
$4,508
The United States
$4,500
Duluth
$5,000
Rochester
$4,180
St. Cloud
$4,100
Mankato
$3,135
Assisted living is one of the more affordable types of senior care in Minneapolis. Adult day care, which is ideal for seniors who only need supervision during weekdays, averages just $2,102 per month. Home care and home health care, intended for seniors who want to age in place, each cost $7,055 per month. Seniors in need of the advanced care offered by nursing homes pay between $11,708 per month for semiprivate rooms and $13,055 for private rooms.
Home Care
$7,055
Home Health Care
$7,055
Adult Day Care
$2,102
Assisted Living
$5,163
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,708
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$13,055
Seniors opting for housing with services (HWS) establishments with assisted living status in Minneapolis may qualify for the Elderly Waiver (EW) for those who are eligible for medical assistance or the Alternative Care (AC) Program of Minnesota’s Department of Health.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Minnesota 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 Minnesota page.
Minneapolis is rich with resources for seniors who live in assisted living communities, including local nonprofit organizations that run senior centers and government agencies that advocate for the fair treatment of assisted living facility residents.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Sabathani Community Center | (612) 821-2300 | Located in Central, a quiet residential neighborhood of Minneapolis, the Sabathani Community Center is a nonprofit organization that supports 30,000 local residents a year. It runs the Senior Independent Living Center, which helps adults ages 50 and up receive helpful services and interact with their peers. The Center also hosts weekly events such as group exercise, line dances, senior-oriented educational seminars and health clinics. |
| Trellis | (651) 641-8612 | Minnesota is home to seven Area Agencies on Aging — six are regional, one represents Minnesota's Indian Tribes. Trellis represents the seven-county Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. In addition to funding local organizations that serve seniors, Trellis provides direct services to older adults. The organization maintains the Senior LinkAge Line, which answers aging-related questions and links seniors with helpful resources. It also runs Trellis Pension and Retirement Rights, which informs seniors about retirement rights and helps seniors recover lost retirement funds. |
| Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care | (651) 431-2555 | The Office of Ombudsman for Long-Term Care is a Minnesota Department of Human Services subagency that assigns one or more long-term care ombudsmen to each of the six regions throughout Minnesota. Long-term care ombudsmen education assisted living residents regarding consumer rights, facility regulations and service options. They investigate and resolve complaints, identify issues and advocate for change, and promote resident-directed living at assisted living facilities. |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Division | (800) 657-3663 | The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services Division, a part of the MInnesota Department of Human Services, educates seniors and their family members about hearing loss. In addition to connecting participants with advice, resources and mental health services, the DHS subagency helps seniors obtain assistive technology. |
| AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP | (612) 704-6114 | The Twin Cities chapter of AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP connects local older adults ages 55 and up with volunteering opportunities. |
Minneapolis Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Minnesota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Minnesota page for more information about these laws.
