The statewide median cost for assisted living in Illinois is $5,836 per month (Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2024). That statewide figure is a starting point: actual monthly prices vary by metro area, building age, unit size and the level of personal care or medical oversight a resident needs. Some Illinois metros run higher than the statewide median and others lower, and memory care or higher-acuity services may be priced separately; the survey does not publish a statewide memory care median.
Families should compare the assisted living median to other care settings when planning. For reference, statewide medians for a nursing home semi-private room and for a home health aide are published by the same source, and you can explore community listings and pricing for Illinois on our directory. Use a local visit and a written contract to confirm exactly which services are included in a community’s base rate and what triggers extra charges.
| Care type | Statewide monthly cost | Annual cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted living | $5,836 per month | $70,032 per year | Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2024 (Illinois state median) |
| Nursing home, semi-private | $7,908 per month | $94,900 per year | Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2024 (Illinois state median) |
| Home health aide | $6,673 per month | $80,080 per year | Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2024 (Illinois state median) |
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If you want specific local price comparisons or contract reviews, our Illinois team can help you interpret fee schedules and care agreements.
