Located in the heart of the agricultural Salinas Valley and minutes from the Pacific, this California city of 150,441 can be a retiree's dream. Before searching for a Salinas assisted living facility (ALF), come along for a quick tour.
Excellent air quality and a mild Mediterranean climate make Salinas a healthy place to live. Beautiful Monterey and Carmel are just down the road along the coast. Fort Ord Dunes State Park with its 4 miles of coastline, walking and biking paths and interpretive exhibits, is minutes outside of town.
Salinas was home to John Steinbeck who wrote about the struggles of agricultural workers in the fields surrounding the city. His legacy and those of the workers are preserved in the impressive National Steinbeck Center. Here you'll find rare Steinbeck artifacts, an agricultural museum, and changing art and cultural exhibits. Another peek into Salinas's past can be found at First Mayor's House.
Annual events include the California International Airshow, California Rodeo Salinas, and the Steinbeck Festival.
Here are a few financial facts to get you started in your search for Salinas assisted living. The overall cost of living in Salinas is 35% higher than the U.S. average. According to a Genworth Financial survey, a one-bedroom in a Salinas assisted living facility averages $4,380 a month. A private room in a nursing home averages $8,365 a month, while a semi-private averages $6,996 a day. The services of a home health aide average $3,956 a month and homemaker services average $3,956 a month.
We've made picking the right Salinas assisted living facility easier with the tips in "How to Select a Facility."
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $3,510 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $6,810 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $7,830 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $4,050 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $4,290 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $1,670 |
No memory care communities are listed directly in Salinas yet. Here are the closest options within about 60 miles.
200 Glenwood Circle
Monterey, CA 93940
Nestled on 13 ½ acres in the picturesque Iris Canyon Greenbelt, The Park Lane boasts spectacular views of the Monterey Bay. This secluded community feels like a far-away resort, but is just minutes from everything you...
160 Jewell Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
At Westwind Memory Care, you’ll find a place that is remarkable in every way. One that you’ll find easy to call HOME! Near the Pacific Ocean on the beautiful California Coast, in the vibrant town of Santa Cruz,...
800 Blossom Hill Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
When you step onto our senior living campus you’ll discover right away why The Terraces of Los Gatos is such an acclaimed California retirement community.
4463 San Felipe Rd
San Jose, CA 95135
On behalf of Regency of Evergreen Valley Senior Living management team, staff and residents, we would like to thank you for considering our beautiful community. We are dedicated to providing you with quality services...
1660 Gaton Drive
San Jose, CA 95125-4534
Atria Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like assisted living community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to...
2115 South Winchester Boulevard
Campbell, CA 95008
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer quality independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care from a family-owned company that knows...
500 S. Winchester Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95128
Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The...
22445 Cupertino Road
Cupertino, CA 95014
Nestled near the foothills of Cupertino, Sunny View is a vibrant community where you can express your passion for living life just the way you choose
1039 East El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
The community of Belmont Village of Sunnyvale is conveniently located between San Jose and San Francisco, in the heart of Silicon Valley. The facility is situated in a prime residential area, assisted living residents...
1002 W. Fremont Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
The Gardens at Idylwood is a 66-bed nursing and rehabilitation building on the Idylwood Care Center campus.
633 South Knickerbocker Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94087-1034
Located in Sunnyvale, California, Sunrise of Sunnyvale is a senior assisted living community unlike any other in the area. With exclusive amenities and superior services, our community offers a convenient and relaxing...
373 Pine Lane
Los Altos, CA 94022
It's easy to expand your view of retirement from Santa Clara County's newest senior living option.
2701 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306-1713
Sunrise of Palo Alto in Palo Alto, California, offers personalized senior living services and continuing care options that enable seniors to live life on their own terms. Our designated care managers are here to carry...
This summary also covers Blanco, Castroville, Confederate Corners, Cooper, East Garrison, Elkhorn, Gabilan Acres, Gonzales, King City, Marina, Moss Landing, Nashua, Natividad, Prunedale, Salinas, Santa Rita, Soledad, Spreckels, Spreckels Junction and all surrounding areas.