The Best Assisted Living Facilities in Molalla, OR for 2023

The average cost of assisted living in Molalla is $4,160 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 6 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Molalla. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Molalla 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Molalla, which is named for the Molalla tribe, has about 9,200 residents and a senior community that makes up 11% of the population. The city has a rich history, which residents can learn about at the Molalla Museum Complex. This complex consists of a farming and logging machinery shed, the Dibble House, the Vonder Ahe house and the Ivor Davies Hall. Seniors are eligible to purchase a membership to the site for a reduced price.  

In Molalla, assisted living facilities are divided into two categories depending on the level of care they provide. Assisted living residences or residential care homes are licensed by the Oregon Department of Human Services. Molalla seniors can choose from three local facilities. 

• The Molalla area has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Silverton. 
  
  
• Oregon does not impose state income tax on Social Security benefits, and seniors may claim tax credits to minimize how much they pay in taxes on pension income. Withdrawals from retirement accounts are taxed like regular income. This may affect how much money seniors can put toward assisted living expenses in Molalla. 
  
  
• Molalla is an expensive place to live, even when compared to other Oregon cities. On a 100-point index based on the national average, Molalla's cost of living is rated 130.9, which is several points higher than the statewide median of 124.4. This may result in higher assisted living costs.   
  
  
• While Molalla's property crime rate is a little higher than the national median, its violent crime rate is notably lower, which may provide peace of mind for seniors who are researching local assisted living options. 
  
  
• Molalla's weather is comfortable throughout the year. Summer highs are in the range of 72 to 81 degrees, and winter highs are from 46 to 56 degrees. The area only receives an inch of annual snowfall, which may appeal to seniors who do their own driving.  
  
  
• The level of harmful air pollutants is a little lower in Molalla than in the nation as a whole, which may make it a good option for seniors who have conditions like heart disease or asthma. Molalla's air quality is rated 63 out of 100, compared to the national average of 58. 

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

Assisted Living costs in Molalla start around $4,160 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 Molalla 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.