While a single national average monthly charge for a nursing home can vary significantly and is not provided as a sole figure in available data, median monthly costs for a semi-private room in 2023 offer a clear picture of expenses in various states. These costs reflect typical charges for essential long-term care services.
Understanding these costs is crucial for financial planning related to long-term care. The price of nursing home care is influenced by several factors, including geographic location, which often correlates with the general cost of living in that area, and the specific type of room (e.g., semi-private vs. private).
2023 Median Monthly Nursing Home Costs (Semi-Private Room)
The following table details the median monthly costs for a semi-private room in a nursing home for 2023, along with each state's cost of living index for the 3rd quarter of 2024, highlighting the regional variations in expenses:
| State | Cost of Living Index (3rd Quarter 2024) | 2023 Median Monthly Nursing Home Cost (Semi-Private Room) |
|---|---|---|
| California | 144.7 | $11,406 |
| Colorado | 102.7 | $9,475 |
| Connecticut | 111.7 | $15,056 |
| Delaware | 100.2 | $11,133 |
Source: A Place for Mom
As illustrated, states with a higher cost of living index, such as California and Connecticut, tend to have significantly higher nursing home costs compared to states with a lower index like Colorado or Delaware. For instance:
- Connecticut has the highest listed median cost among these states at $15,056 per month.
- Colorado presents a comparatively lower median cost at $9,475 per month among the listed states.
These figures represent median costs, meaning half of the nursing homes in that state would charge more, and half would charge less, for a semi-private room. When considering nursing home care, it's important to look at costs specific to your desired location and the level of care required.
