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Calculate the cost of long-term care near you
We're proud to provide one of the most trusted resources for understanding long-term care costs, and to support families wherever they are in their aging journey.
Why conduct a cost of care survey?
We've conducted this survey for 20+ years to help give more families the information they need to talk about and plan for long-term care needs. The American population is aging faster than ever before, and people are living longer. Every day until 2030, 10,000 Baby Boomers will turn 65a and 7 out of 10 people will require long-term care in their lifetimeb.
The cost for any particular provider may differ significantly from the median cost of care for similar providers in your location. Also, the cost of care can vary widely depending on where care is delivered, the type of services needed, and the level of support required. The Cost of Care Survey tool helps you and your family explore median long-term care costs across the U.S., today and in the future — providing a clearer starting point for planning ahead.
Cost of Care Trends and Insights
Care costs have changed significantly since we began the Cost of Care Survey in 2004. Below, explore how costs have changed for different long-term care options.
Our research in hundreds of metropolitan regions across all 50 states has not only helped individuals plan for their own care but helped policymakers with forecasting and legislative reform.
| Type Of Service And Rate Type | 2025 National Median Values | 2024 National Median Values | Year-Over-Year Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Medical Caregiver Hourly | $35 | $34 | 3% |
| Skilled Nursing In The Home Hourly | $90 | N/A | N/A |
| Adult Day Health Care Daily | $95 | $100 | -5% |
| Assisted Living Community Monthly | $6,200 | $5,900 | 5% |
| Nursing Home Semi-Private Room Monthly | $9,581 | $9,277 | 3% |
| Nursing Home Private Room Monthly | $10,798 | $10,646 | 1% |
Cost of Long-Term Care
2022 - 2025
In-Home Care Costs (Non-Medical Caregiver)
based on 44 hours per week by 52 weeks
$35
National hourly cost for a non-medical caregiver in 2025 as reported hourly.
The national median hourly rate for non-medical caregiver services increased to $35 per hour, reflecting a 3% year-over-year increase.
At this rate, the annual cost of care totals $80,080, assuming 44 hours of care per week over 52 weeks.
Note: Due to price convergence, CareScout has streamlined its reporting; homemaker and home health aide services are now collectively classified as "non-medical caregiver."
Private Room Nursing Home costs
$129,575
Annual National Median cost for a nursing home private room in 2025 based on 365 days of care.
The national median daily rate for a private room in a nursing home rose 1% to $355 per day, bringing the annual cost to $129,575.
The national median daily rate for a semi-private room in a nursing home increased 2% to $315 per day, or $114,975 annually.
Assisted Living Community costs
$74,400
Annual National Median cost for assisted living facility care services in 2025 based on the monthly fee multiplied by 12 months.
(Referred to residential care facility in California)
The national median monthly cost for assisted living communities increased 5% to $6,200 per month, or $74,400 annually.
Source: Cost of Care Survey, July through November 2025
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Frequently asked questions
"2020 Census Will Help Policymakers Prepare for the Incoming Wave of Aging Boomers"
census.gov. Site accessed 02/09/26.2024 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Site accessed 02/09/26.
https://acl.gov/ltc/basic-needs/how-much-care-will-you-need.