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Murfreesboro, Tennessee is a beautiful city located in Rutherford County. According to the U.S. census, it has an estimated population of 146,900, of which 9.1% are senior citizens. The city has hot and muggy summers, with winters being cold and wet. Murfreesboro is known for having a rich history and is the home of the Stones River National Battlefield and the carefully restored Oaklands Mansion.
Assisted living communities provide housing and nonmedical assistance for older adults who want to maintain their independence, but prefer to live in a community with their peers. These communities provide services according to individual needs, such as help with bathing, dressing, housekeeping and meal prep. The cost in Murfreesboro is around $4,100 per month.
This guide offers details on costs in Murfreesboro compared to state and national averages as well as the fee schedule for other cities in the state. It also includes information on ways to pay for care and a list of helpful 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 Tennessee. 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.
Seniors in Murfreesboro pay $4,100 per month for assisted living services.
The average cost of assisted living in Murfreesboro is $4,100 per month, according to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey. The state average is just $5 more, while the national average is $400 more at $4,500.
The city of Knoxville has lower assisted living costs than Murfreesboro, at $3,823 per month. Johnson City and Nashville seniors pay approximately the same monthly costs for room, board and care as those in Murfreesboro. In Memphis, the cost is $100 more and in Chattanooga, care is $120 more. Cleveland seniors pay some of the highest fees in the state, at $4,835 per month.
Note: Data for Murfreesboro was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Nashville, 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 Tennessee.
| Contact | Description | |
| St. Clair Street Senior Center | (615) 848-2550 | This senior center has been helping local residents live active lives since 1980. Services include educational classes, exercise programs, congregate nutrition, health screenings and volunteer opportunities. |
| Nashville Vet Center | (615) 366-1220 | Veterans and their family members can contact their local Veterans Center or for advice and assistance with financial aid, medical support and other state and federal services. Vet Center advisors can perform eligibility assessments for pensions and benefits such as the VA Aid and Attendance program, help with applications and also offer signposting to local support agencies. |
| Tennessee Technology Access Program | (800) 732-5059 | The TTAP program helps seniors stay connected with the outside world by issuing those in need with accessible technology devices as a long-term loan. Seniors can use these devices as they see fit, promoting independence and allowing them to be productive members of the community. Devices are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and the application must be supported with proof of need from a physician. |
| Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee | (800) 238-1442 | Low-income seniors and their loved ones can access pro-bono civil law services and seek free limited advice from volunteers at the Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee. Services include housing issues, family law, tax law, health and benefits-related cases and other similar civil issues. |
| Council on Aging of Middle Tennessee | (615) 353-4235 | The council supports older adults through advocacy, outreach and education services. It also performs community assessments and develops resources on caregiving, retirement, elder abuse and other subjects that may be of interest to seniors and their loved ones. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Murfreesboro 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.
