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Best known for its sandy ocean beaches, expansive marinas and iconic ocean pier, Pompano Beach is a compact coastal city located just north of Fort Lauderdale along the Atlantic Ocean. Just over 112,000 people live in Pompano Beach year-round, and as with the rest of the state, about one in five residents in the city are aged 65 or older. There’s plenty for seniors to do in this vibrant city, including visiting Pompano Park, a harness racing track and casino, and Butterfly World, home to 20,000 live butterflies. The weather in Pompano Beach is hot and humid throughout the summer, and mild and wet during the short winters.
Assisted living facilities offer personal care and services to help seniors age with grace. Trained caregivers are on-site 24/7 to offer assistance with tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication management. Many communities offer daily meals, chore services and recreational programming. Seniors in Pompano Beach can expect to pay $4,85 per month for these services, which is a little higher than the state median of $4,000.
In this guide, we’ve included information about the cost of assisted living in Pompano Beach, along with options for financial assistance, organizations offering free local resources and an overview of facility regulations.
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 Florida. 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 Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Pompano Beach is $4,835 per month.
While assisted living in Pompano Beach costs $385 more per month than the state average, it’s still an affordable option compared to the average American city. Monthly costs are over $100 lower than the national average.
Budget-conscious seniors may look to Gainesville, whose rates are the lowest in the state and over $2,000 less expensive than in Pompano Beach. Other affordable options include Orlando and North Port, both of which are closer to the state average. The Pensacola area has similar costs to Pompano Beach. Other more northern cities, such as Tallahassee and Jacksonville, are about $270 more expensive per month. Rates in Naples, the state’s most expensive city, are $900 higher than in Pompano Beach.
Note: Data for Pompano Beach was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Miami, 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 Florida.
| Contact | Description | |
| Areawide Agency on Aging of Broward County | (954) 745-9779 | Florida’s Department of Elder Affairs oversees programs and services for seniors aged 60 and older through a statewide network of 11 Area Agencies on Aging. Seniors can contact their regional AAA to learn about local resources and services in Pompano Beach, such as Medicaid counseling, adult day health programs, advocacy and assistance with long-term care planning. |
| Broward County Veterans Services | (954) 357-6765 | Broward County Veterans Services provides free assistance to veterans, their spouses and survivors. Certified Veteran Services Officers help with VA benefit claims and appeals, offer information on county, state and federal programs for vets, and assist with transportation to VA medical clinics. |
| Center for Active Aging | (954) 480-4449 | Seniors in Pompano Beach can participate in social, recreational and educational classes, workshops and special events at the Center for Active Aging in neighboring Deerfield Beach. The Center is open to all seniors in Broward County, and programming includes an adult day services center for frail and functionally-impaired seniors. |
| Broward County Transit/Paratransit | (954) 357-8400 | Broward County Transit provides fixed route, ADA-compliant bus service throughout Pompano Beach and all other areas in Broward County. Seniors age 65 and older qualify for half-price fares, and those who are unable to use the regular bus system due to disability can sign up for the door-to-door paratransit service. |
| Meals on Wheels – South Florida | (954) 731-8770 | Meals on Wheels South Florida operates a number of programs to help support the nutritional needs of seniors in Pompano Beach. The organization operates a number of congregate dining sites throughout Broward County, provides home meal delivery for seniors and their companion animals, and operates a grocery shopping assistance program. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Pompano Beach 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.
