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Alpharetta has a population of just over 67,000 people, with approximately 9% aged 65 and older. It is listed as one of the top 100 best places to retire in 2017 based on access to quality health care, the number of attractions and amenities, climate and crime rate. Summers are hot and humid, and winters are mild with only around two inches of snow per year. Crime is ranked on a scale from 1 to 100 with violent crime ranked 7.6 in the city, which is much lower than the national average of 22.7.
Assisted living communities are one option for seniors who want to live independently while still receiving help with daily activities. These activities may include showering, mobility assistance, grooming, toileting and hygiene. In Alpharetta, the cost of these communities is around $3,845 per month, which includes both care, and room and board.
This guide compares the cost of assisted living in the city with state and national averages as well as cities throughout the state. It also includes a list of resources and information on what agency regulates these communities.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Georgia. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living communities in Alpharetta have an average monthly cost of $3,845. The Georgia state average is $310 less at $3,535 per month. The national average is $655 more at $4,500.
One of the highest assisted living costs in the state is in Brunswick at $5,300 per month. Savannah offers some of the lowest prices in the state at $3,513 per month. Other cities with higher costs than Alpharetta include Rome at $4,293 per month and Athens at $4,184. On the western border of the state in Columbus, seniors pay an estimated $4,223 per month.
NOTE: Data for Alpharetta was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Georgia.
| Contact | Description | |
| Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Agency | (800) 759-2963 | The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging connects seniors with available local programs and services to help improve their quality of life. The main focus of the agency is the health and well-being of older adults in the community. They provide hot meals, transportation, Medicare counseling and community education and outreach. |
| Georgia Department of Veterans Service | (404) 656-2300 | Available to veterans and all servicemen and women as well as their families, the Georgia Department of Veteran’s Service helps those who have served to obtain health care services and benefits. It also provides access to national cemeteries. |
| Adult Activity Center | (678) 297-6000 | The Adult Activity Center offers a variety of activities for seniors, including exercise classes and regular AARP meetings. The Golden Age Club focuses on friendships and community events, including free Alpharetta city band concerts and volunteer opportunities for Breakfast with Santa. Other activities for seniors include aerobics, art classes, stained glass classes and card games. |
| Crabapple Senior Center | (770) 751-9397 | Crabapple Senior Center helps keep seniors active through socialization and fun. The center hosts games, chair yoga and pickleball. The center also plans specialty outings and birthday parties, and it holds educational seminars. |
| Long-Term Ombudsman | (888) 552-4464 | Georgia’s long-term ombudsman program receives and helps solve issues that arise with members in assisted living. Representatives provide information and assistance to families and the public, and they work to improve the lives of seniors in long-term care facilities. This program is provided by the Georgia Department of Human Services’ Division of Aging Services. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Alpharetta area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
