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Assisted Living Communities in Rapid City, SD
Located at the eastern edge of Black Hills, Rapid City provides access to assisted living...
facilities among forestland and plains. According to a 2024 survey, local seniors pay around $5,565 per month for residential care, which exceeds the national and state norms by approximately $200.
On average, assisted living facilities in the Rapid City region receive a consumer satisfaction score of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars. Learn more about this rating by reading through the 57 reviews reviews below.
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Lonny
4.0
Review of Arrowhead Lodge Senior Living
I visited the assisted living facility of Arrowhead Lodge Senior Living. I think what I liked best about it is that it would have been a great arena for my dad socially. It also had the room and...
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Darrell
4.0
Review of Edgewood Rapid City
My wife moved to the assisted living community of Edgewood Rapid City, and I like the community. They seemed very friendly, and everybody there seemed happy. They had an opening pretty much right...
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Rosie
5.0
Review of The Village at Skyline Pines
My mom has been at Villages at Skyline Pines for several years and we love this place. I can’t say enough good things. The staff is amazing and so kind to my mom. The administration has always...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Rapid City come in near $5,565 per month. This rate aligns with the respective statewide and national baseline rates of $5,341 and $5,350 and norms throughout the region. Rates run higher in Sioux Falls, where seniors pay about $6,150, but facilities in Bismarck, ND, charge about $1,200 less.
Rapid City
$5,565
South Dakota
$5,341
United States
$5,350
Sioux Falls
$6,150
Casper, WY
$5,630
Bismarck, ND
$4,386
Billings, MT
$6,204
Paying for Assisted Living in Rapid City
Assisted living costs in Rapid City will vary depending on the types of services offered and where a community is located within the city. The average cost based on 2021 data is $3,914 a month.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rapid City
There are limited resources when it comes to financial assistance for assisted living care in the state of South Dakota; however, the South Dakota Medicaid Home and Community-Based Options and Person Centered Excellence Waiver does provide assistance to eligible seniors for care within an assisted living facility. This is not an entitlement program which means that there is a cap to the number of people who may be helped. Eligible seniors may spend time on a wait list before they receive financial assistance.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in South Dakota page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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 South Dakota page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
With monthly costs of around $5,565, assisted living ranks among the most budget-friendly senior care solutions in Rapid City. By comparison, seniors spend about $8,008 per month on home health care, and nursing homes charge close to $8,380 for shared housing units, highlighting the affordability of nonmedical care in this region.
Home Health Care
$8,008
Assisted Living Facility
$5,565
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,380
Free Assisted Living Resources in Rapid City
Rapid City has a number of resources available for seniors to help them enjoy their retirement years. These supports are available for little to no cost, using local, state and federal resources to assist older adults within the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (866) 854-5465 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program assists residents of assisted living communities with advocating for and protecting their rights. The ombudsman also ensures that all facilities follow the state rules and regulations regarding senior care, and the program helps lawmakers pass laws that provide adequate protection to residents of these types of facilities. |
| Pennington County Veterans Service Office | (605) 394-2266 | The Pennington County Veterans Service Office helps Rapid City veterans access the programs they qualify to receive, including disability claims, survivors' benefits and health care coverage. Some area veterans also qualify to receive pensions. Appointments are available for veterans to learn about these services and get help applying for them. |
| RapidRide Senior Discount Program | (605) 394-6631 | RapidRide is Rapid City’s fixed-route public transportation system. It offers a senior discount program that provides rides for just 75 cents, half the normal adult fare. Seniors who need to get around town and can't use the transportation service available through their assisted living community can take advantage of this service. |
| Dakota at Home | (833) 663-9673 | Dakota at Home is the Aging and Disability Resource Center that serves the entire state of South Dakota. Rather than operating individual offices, this ADRC offers a free telephone counseling service for information, referrals and assistance. Dakota at Home also oversees the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. |
| Minneluzahan Senior Center | (605) 394-1887 | The Minneluzahan Senior Citizens Center offers a social setting for seniors in Rapid City. Residents of assisted living communities can visit the community center for activities and classes. It also operates a thrift store. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rapid City
Rapid City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in South Dakota are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in South Dakota page for more information about these laws.
