The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Roswell, NM for 2023

The average cost of assisted living in Roswell is $920 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Roswell. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Roswell 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Famed as the alleged site of an alien crash-landing in 1947, Roswell is also New Mexico's fifth largest city and home to a growing number of retirees. For seniors who are considering moving into an assisted living facility in the Roswell area, there are two facilities in the city limits from which to choose. Additional options are available in the nearby towns of Carlsbad, Alamogrodo and Hobbs.

Assisted living communities in Roswell and throughout the state assist residents with one or more activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing or dressing. The facilities are licensed and regulated by the New Mexico Department of Health's Division of Health Improvement, Health Facility Licensing. 

• Roswell's climate is sunny and dry for most of the year. The city's average summer high temperature is 94 degrees and its winter low, 24 degrees. According to Sperling's Best Places, Roswell has a comfort index of 60, which is slightly higher than the U.S. average.
  
  
• Seniors on a budget will be pleased to learn that overall living costs in Roswell are 11.8 percent lower than the country's average.
  
  
• New Mexico's sales taxes are higher than most other states. Retirement income is also taxable, although seniors with low incomes may qualify for a deduction.
  
  
• Outings organized by assisted living facilities for residents may include visits to one of the city's many parks, museums or eateries, where the dishes often fuse Spanish and Native American flavors. Seniors visiting the International UFO Museum and Research Center receive a discount, while admission to the Roswell Museum and Art Center is free.
  
  
• The Roswell area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Eastern New Mexico Medical Center and Lovelace Regional Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
  
• Public transportation is provided by Roswell's Pecos Trails Transit bus system, which offers both fixed route and paratransit services. Seniors with disabilities may qualify for reduced fares.

Assisted Living costs in Roswell start around $920 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 Roswell 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.

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 New Mexico page.