Assisted living in Kansas supports older adults who need help with activities of daily living while encouraging independence and engagement. Communities offer services such as medication management, housekeeping, chef-prepared meals, and social programming tailored to residents’ interests. Seniors can find options in cities like Wichita and Overland Park, as well as near the cultural attractions of Kansas City. Known as the Sunflower State, Kansas features wide-open landscapes, friendly neighborhoods, and a relaxed pace of life that many retirees appreciate. In 2026, the average cost of assisted living in Kansas is just under $5,100 per month, or about $61,000 per year, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.
The staff is awesome at managing my dad. He can be quite difficult and they have been wonderful!! It's clean and doesn't smell like institutional cleaners. Dad has his own bathroom and his suite is nice...
What we like the most about the Sedwick Plaza community is that the staff are super friendly and caring. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
With no family nearby and urgency to move from Independent Living, we were so fortunate to be able to move my sister into Brookdale Tallgrass. First, we learned of their exceptional reputation, and it...
The staff is excellent. The staff always knows the tenants names and are polite anytime our family visits. The quality of care is top notch. There is never a question they cannot answer. Activities get just...
The small size and cleanliness. Yes would recommend. We still like it. The pricing is good. No buy in and cheaper monthly which is a plus
We would give 5 stars for sure. The staff has been amazing to work with and our Father-in-Law loves the staff and the food there. He actually raves about the staff. Everyone has been the best. We couldn't be...
Overall the staff has been very kind and helpful. The dining experience is occasionally challenging. There is a long wait for food. Family and friends were impressed with the cleanliness. One of the washers...
I can't say enough good things about the community. I'm compelled to stop people when they are visiting with the Sales Director. I want to personally share how wonderful the Garden Villas have been for my...
The staff are attentive. They have an activities director that has regular activities for the residents. The food cooking is supervised by a chef so good meals. The rooms are well sized. The feel of the...
Overall the staff has been very kind and helpful. The dining experience is occasionally challenging. There is a long wait for food. Family and friends were impressed with the cleanliness. One of the washers...
Staff really gets to know and care for residents. There is always signs as well as papers to residents for daily activities. We really love that dad is getting 3 meals a day with a variety to choose from....
The staff seems to be very nice and caring even when the patients are having a bad day. I have eaten there, and I found the food to be very good. The manager and supervising nurse ([name removed]) are very...
We would give 5 stars for sure. The staff has been amazing to work with and our Father-in-Law loves the staff and the food there. He actually raves about the staff. Everyone has been the best. We couldn't be...
I used the services from A Place for Mom to find senior living facilities to tour for my parents. We selected Silvercrest at Deercreek. They moved in [date removed]. We have been pleased with their living...
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In 2026, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Kansas is $5,080 or $60,960 per year. This cost is $330 more than the national average of $4,750 per month. This reflects the base rent at A Place for Mom’s partner assisted living communities. There are several factors that affect the total cost of a community, including location, services and amenities offered, and a resident’s care needs.
Assisted living in Kansas is generally more expensive than in surrounding states. Costs in Nebraska, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Iowa are all lower than the national average. Throughout the state, communities in larger cities such as Kansas City, Overland Park, and Wichita cost more than those in Topeka and Oberlin.
According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, assisted living is the most expensive senior living option in Kansas. Memory care communities, for seniors living with dementia, cost about $4,997 per month.
Read more:Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 5 Key Differences
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| Community type | Kansas | U.S. | Cost difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $5,106/mo | $4,783/mo | 6.7% above national median |
| Memory Care | $5,029/mo | $5,056/mo | 0.5% below national median |
| Independent Living | $3,903/mo | $4,247/mo | 8.1% below national median |
It’s common for families to blend various payment sources, including public assistance, long-term care insurance, and personal funds to cover the cost of assisted living. Because costs and eligibility can vary widely, it’s best to plan early to understand which payment options apply to your loved one’s situation. The most common payment methods and resources are outlined in this section. For more insights and suggestions, check out our complete guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay is the most common way that families in Kansas pay for assisted living. Private pay options include personal savings, pension, investments, and retirement accounts. Additional sources may include Social Security retirement benefits, proceeds from the sale of a house, a health savings account (HSA), or long-term care insurance.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers several benefit programs for eligible veterans and their surviving spouses. These benefits can provide monthly income to help pay for room and board at an assisted living community, in addition to long-term care services.
To ensure your loved one’s application for VA benefits is complete, consider working with an accredited benefits counselor. The Kansas Office of Veterans Services (KVOS) provides counselors who can help. Find a local veterans service representative on the KVOS website or call the main office in Topeka at 785-296-3976.
Medicaid is a health insurance program for people who have low incomes. KanCare is Kansas’ Medicaid program and while it doesn’t pay for room and board in an assisted living community, it does cover some health and personal care services.
In addition to the regular Medicaid plan, which may cover the cost of these services, KanCare also offers one home- and community-based services (HCBS) waiver program. The Frail Elderly (FE) waiver helps Kansas residents pay for a variety of services, including personal care, household tasks, and health services. Unlike the state’s regular Medicaid plan, which is an entitlement, the FE waiver is not an entitlement, meaning that availability may be limited and your loved one may be placed on a waiting list.
Medicare is a health insurance program for people 65 and older and younger people who have certain conditions. Medicare won’t cover the cost of room and board for assisted living communities in Kansas. However, it may cover the cost of medically necessary products and services in an assisted living community.[04]
Free Medicare counseling services are offered by trained counselors through the Senior Health Insurance Counseling For Kansas (SHICK) program. These counselors provide free and unbiased information about Medicare and its benefits.
Kansas’ Department of Aging and Disability Services regulates assisted living communities, which are considered “adult care homes,” a category that also includes nursing homes, adult day care facilities, and behavioral health centers.[05] The state’s Survey Certification and Credentialing Commission inspects and licenses adult care homes annually and in response to complaints.
All assisted living communities in Kansas are required to be licensed and are permitted to care for 6 or more people who may need personal care and nursing care. Assisted living communities are required to provide apartments with kitchens, as well as services that are available 24/7.[05] These and other regulations for assisted living address additional standards for resident care, facilities operations, and staff training, and are designed to ensure that residents receive safe, high-quality care.
Use the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services’ Facilities Directory to understand a community’s license status and performance on surveys and inspections.
State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.
Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in inspection reports and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.
A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Frail and elderly waiver program.
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Long term services & supports.
U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.
Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services. (2021, April 14). Statutes and regulations for the licensure and operation of assisted living/residential health care facilities.
Overview of Assisted Living in KS
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