Assisted Living Communities in Bandon, Oregon

Assisted Living costs in Bandon start around $3,500 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 Bandon 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 Oregon page.

Beautiful Bandon, Oregon, hugs the Pacific Ocean, with plenty to offer for those who enjoy the outdoors, from swimming to fishing to walks along the beach. The community itself is small, with a population of just 3,000. Of that number, 29% are seniors aged 65 and older. These individuals may need accommodations in an assisted living home as they grow older, with staff on hand to give light medical care, reminders and redirection, and help with daily living needs. 

In Oregon, assisted living facilities are licensed and regulated through the Oregon Department of Human Services. There are two of these group homes in Bandon. 

• The cost of living in Bandon is right on par with the national average, 102.4 compared to the U.S. average of 100. Housing costs are higher, at 128.1, while healthcare is lower, at 90.9. The higher cost of housing may affect the operating costs for assisted living, resulting in increased fees for seniors. 
  
  
• Crime rates in Bandon are notably lower than the national average, rated on a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being the safest. Violent crime rates here are 6.8, while property crimes are 27.6. To compare, the U.S. average for these are 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. 
  
  
• The climate in Bandon is temperate, with winter lows dropping to the 40s and summer highs in the high 60s. For seniors who are especially sensitive to extreme temperatures, Bandon may be very hospitable. 
  
  
• Seniors in Bandon have access to the Coos County Area Transport (CCAT) public transportation system. This service has fixed bus lines, and dial-a-ride services for those that are eligible. Veterans are offered a special shuttle service, with limited routes. 
  
  
• The Bandon area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the Southern Coos Hospital and Health Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
  
• Bandon has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Coos Elderly Services Department, an organization that provides financial management for Coos County seniors and other wellness programs as well as a few senior centers.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures.