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Located in Wake County, Knightdale lies around 14 miles east of the state capital of Raleigh. The town is home to approximately 19,400 people, with almost 9% of the population made up of seniors aged 65 or older. Wake County is a member of the AARP network, and the town offers easy access to health care services, including Duke Raleigh Hospital and several WakeMed facilities.
Assisted living may be a good choice for older adults who can’t live alone but don’t need the constant care and supervision provided by nursing homes. Assisted living communities help seniors with everyday tasks, such as housekeeping, personal care, meal preparation and transportation. Seniors in Knightdale pay an average of $5,388 per month, which is more than the North Carolina median monthly cost of $4,010.
This guide provides an overview of assisted living in Knightdale. It compares average rates for assisted living throughout the state and contains a table of free and affordable aging-related resources.
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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 North Carolina. 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.
Assisted living costs an average of $5,388 per month in Knightdale, although this can vary depending on individual communities and their services and amenities.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Knightdale ($5,388) is pricier than both statewide and national figures, with median monthly costs of $4,010 and $4,500, respectively.
Assisted living costs in other North Carolina cities vary significantly. At $5,388 per month, Knightdale has some of the state’s highest prices for assisted living. Costing $5,254 per month, Wilmington is a little more affordable. Approximately 40 miles northwest, in Durham, the median rate is $4,800. Further west in Burlington, prices drop to around $3,325 per month. Seniors can expect to pay an average of $4,400 each month for assisted living in the state’s largest city of Charlotte. Southwest of Knightdale, in Fayetteville, average monthly rates run around $3,000. Goldsboro has some of the state’s lowest prices for assisted living, with a median cost of $2,700 per month.
Note: Data for Knightdale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Raleigh, 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 North Carolina.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
| Wake Tech | (919) 866-5000 | Wake Tech’s Plus 50 program offers a range of enrichment opportunities across a county-wide network of campuses and learning centers. Courses include languages, arts, gardening, history and crafts, or you can join practical classes on topics such as retirement planning, healthy aging and maximizing Social Security. |
| AARP | (866) 389-5650 | AARP is a national nonprofit membership organization for seniors. The website offers a wealth of aging-related information, and the Wake County agency organizes a range of in-person and online activities, including social events, driver safety classes, benefits advice sessions and educational workshops. Members can take advantage of discounts on a variety of products and services. |
| Triangle J Area Agency on Aging | (919) 549-0551 | Triangle J Agency on Aging provides programs to help seniors live safely and comfortably. Free services include nutrition and fitness programs, benefits advice, health insurance counseling and transportation. |
| Veterans Services of Wake County | (919) 268-7456 | Senior men and women who served in the U.S. military can obtain support and assistance from Veterans Services of Wake County. Officers can check if you’re receiving all your entitled benefits and help with claims and appeals. You can also contact Veterans Services if you need copies of your discharge papers. |
| Resources for Seniors | (919) 872-7933 | Resources for Seniors provides pertinent information for seniors, disabled individuals and caregivers throughout Wake County. Advisors also signpost and refer people to other relevant agencies. |
| Senior Law Project | (877) 579-7562 | Provided by Legal Aid of North Carolina, the Senior Law Project provides free legal advice and representation to people aged 60 and older. Civil law areas of assistance include elder abuse and neglect, wills, probate and powers of attorney, consumer affairs and public benefits. You can contact the toll-free Senior Legal Helpline between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and keep up to date by signing up for the organization’s quarterly newsletter. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Knightdale 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.
