No Wilmington-specific nursing home cost figure is published, so the best available benchmark is Delaware statewide survey data: a nursing home semi-private room is $10,205 per month and a private room is $11,711 per month, according to cost-of-care survey data at the state-level for Delaware.
A nursing home in Wilmington, DE is generally for an older adult who needs around-the-clock nursing oversight, help with most activities of daily living, medication management, rehabilitation support, or supervision that cannot safely be provided in assisted living or at home. Families searching for nursing homes in Wilmington, Delaware are often comparing safety, medical complexity, location, and affordability at the same time.
Ultimate Senior Resource currently lists 2 nursing home communities in Wilmington. You can review Wilmington options at our Wilmington senior living page, compare statewide choices at our Delaware senior living page, or learn more about this care type at our nursing home guide.
Cost Comparison
| Care type | Monthly cost | Annual cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted living | $6,490 per month | $77,880 per year | Cost-of-care survey data, state-level, Delaware |
| Nursing home, semi-private room | $10,205 per month | $122,460 per year | Cost-of-care survey data, state-level, Delaware |
| Nursing home, private room | $11,711 per month | $140,532 per year | Cost-of-care survey data, state-level, Delaware |
| Home health aide | $6,875 per month | $82,500 per year | Cost-of-care survey data, state-level, Delaware |
| Adult day care | $2,200 per month | $26,400 per year | Cost-of-care survey data, state-level, Delaware |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Choosing a nursing home in Wilmington, DE is a care decision, a financial decision, and an emotional decision. Use the Delaware statewide nursing home figures of $10,205 per month for a semi-private room and $11,711 per month for a private room, according to cost-of-care survey data at the state-level for Delaware, as starting benchmarks while you compare fit, safety, and payer rules.
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