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OVERALL STATE RANK
State scorecard
How we determine rankings
Our 2023 state ranking for assisted living uses A Place for Mom’s proprietary data collected from our community partners. First, we sorted through our metrics and grouped them into three pillars that are key in a quality assisted living experience. We weighted these pillars differently based on insights from our senior living experts. Then, we used these categories and their weighting to determine how each state ranks.
Top ranked Michigan cities for assisted living overall
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State highlights
Michigan boasts a number of assisted living facilities that offer luxury amenities. According to A Place for Mom’s internal data on partner communities in the area, 81% of assisted living communities in Michigan offer full medication management and over 60% employ an activities director.
Top ranked Michigan cities - Services & Amenities
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Michigan vs. the national monthly median cost of assisted living
Top ranked Michigan cities - Affordability
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Top ranked Michigan cities - Ratings
This was the first place that my aunt felt comfortable and at home. Yes I would recommend to others. My uncle chose this place because it was homey, they treated [Name Removed] with dignity and made her...
Vicky’s place took incredible care my Grandmother for many years. She was treated with diligent compassion, dignity and love. My family and I are so fortunate to have found [names removed] and their...
The staff is very friendly and very accommodating! I enjoy the guests I come into contact with. I also enjoy the activities! My favorite activity is bingo! I love winning the candy. It always smells good and...
They were very good with my mother-in-law. She really enjoyed it for respite care. She is moving in to assisted living in 2 weeks there. Food was good activities were great. Room is nice and clean.
Now my dad was there for hospice care but even with that this is not checking in every few mins or a hospital setting by any means.. my dad was worst of than most.. so I will say if you were going to move...
Couldn't be happier having my dad at Story Point! He gets great care & attention & everyone knows his name! He loves it here! I don't have to worry as I know they are always looking out for my dad. I would...
My loved one is independent. He does not require skilled care although that service is available should he need it. He prepares his own meals but should he want meal service it is available. He does his own...
5+. Graceland Residential is truly a blessing. They are very professional, loving, patient, and respectful, and they take give one one care for your loved one. They treat them with love, dignity, and...
Beginning [Date Removed], my mom had a Heart attack and my family need to find a place for her finally days due to hospice status. Hutcheson Manor was a God sent. It stood out for its compassion, care and...
The care that my mom gets is excellent and better than any other facility we've been at. The issue is the language barrier, most of the aides know limited english. However, you can't beat the care so the...
Staff is attentive, facilities are always clean, fun and entertaining activities, private rooms are spacious, food portions could be smaller to prevent unnecessary weight gain.
The attentiveness from all staff members including front office was what I remember the most. The nurse on duty the night that my sister passed away was an absolute Angel. She was so kind and compassionate.
5!!!!!!! A whole hearted 5. The community is EXACTLY what my mom needed. Thank you for helping us find this place it has changed my mom life and so much for the better!!! The overall experience is one of...
Administrative staff were very friendly with excellent communication to both residents and family. Nursing staff were knowledgeable and responsive to questions and concerns. Aides were attentive and kind....
All of the staff at Brookdale were excellent and gave us such a warm welcome we felt that we were part of their family right away. Everything was extremely high quality from the friendliness to the...
The average cost of assisted living in Michigan is $4,271 per month or $51,252 per year according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. That’s just below the national average of $4,740 per month. These costs reflect the room and board rates in our partner communities. Care services and some amenities are typically billed separately.
Assisted living costs vary depending on several factors, such as apartment floor plan size, quality of amenities, and a senior’s care needs. Typically, costs increase as floor plans become more spacious, amenities become more luxurious, and care needs intensify.
The cost of assisted living in Michigan is comparable to that in other Midwestern states, but nearby Indiana offers seniors and their families some savings. Throughout the state, costs vary, with communities in Detroit costing slightly more and those Grand Rapids charging about $100 per month less than the state average.
Independent living, for seniors who are able to live alone, is a little under $500 less per month.
Read more:Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference?
Average monthly costs
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US National average
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| Community type | Michigan | U.S. | Cost difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $4,310/mo | $4,784/mo | 9.9% below national median |
| Memory Care | $4,696/mo | $5,056/mo | 7.1% below national median |
| Independent Living | $3,821/mo | $4,247/mo | 10.0% below national median |
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Most families use a combination of private funds and public assistance programs to pay for assisted living in Michigan. 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. Read more about each payment option below, and see our complete guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay options include personal savings accounts, home equity, and insurance benefits. Another option is a health savings account (HSA), which can help with medical expenses, but not room and board in assisted living.
Read more: Social Security Benefits Can Be Used to Pay for Assisted Living
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides several benefit programs that eligible veterans and their surviving spouses may use to offset the cost of assisted living. Because navigating veterans benefits and the application process can be complicated, it’s a good idea to seek benefits counseling from an accredited benefits counselor before applying. Find a county based veterans service officer (VSO), call 800-642-4838 or send an email to MVAAResourceCenter@michigan.gov.
Medicaid is a health insurance program for people who have low or limited incomes. Michigan Medicaid is administered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Eligible residents can use Medicaid to cover some health and personal care services, but not room and board in an assisted living community.
Michigan’s regular Medicaid plan and the state’s MI Choice Waiver both cover many home- and community-based services (HCBS), including but not limited to:
If you or your loved one has questions about Michigan’s Medicaid programs, contact a local office of the Department of Health and Human Services or call one of the many Area Agencies on Aging throughout the state.
Medicare is a federal health insurance program created for individuals aged 65 or older and people with disabilities. It won’t cover the cost of room and board in Michigan assisted living but can typically be used to cover medically necessary expenses.
Michigan’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provides counselors who can help your loved one understand Medicare benefits. They can be reached at 800-803-7174.
In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for ensuring that the state’s assisted living facilities are licensed and in compliance with state regulations. There are two types of facilities that provide assisted living services:
Both types of communities must be inspected at licensure and annually thereafter. This and other regulations ensure that Michigan’s assisted living residents receive safe, high-quality care by specifying minimum standards for facility operations, staff training, and resident care.
Michigan’s Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs provides the Statewide Search for Adult Foster Care / Homes for the Aged Facilities lookup tool, which includes communities’ license type, standing, and inspection reports.
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.
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A Place for Mom. (2026). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Medicaid.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. MI Choice Waiver Program.
U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.
U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.
Michigan Bureau of Community and Health Systems. Adult foster care small group homes.
Michigan Bureau of Community and Health Systems. (2004, Aug. 1). Adult foster care large group homes.
Overview of assisted living in MI
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