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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Wayne County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wayne County is $4,137 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Seven Springs, NC with an average of $3,450 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wayne County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Wayne County, NC
$4,137/mo
$3,972/mo

Assisted living costs in Wayne County, NC, vs. state and national averages

Wayne County, NC
$4,137/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Wayne County, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,137/mo
$4,892/mo

Assisted living costs in Wayne County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,909/mo
Studio
$5,846/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,910/mo

Senior living costs in Wayne County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Wayne County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWayne County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,137/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,892/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,147/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Wayne County, NC:$4,137/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Wayne County, NC:$4,892/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Wayne County, NC:$3,147/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wayne County, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wayne County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Wayne County, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Wayne County, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wayne County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wayne County, NC$5,603/mo$5,362/mo+4.5%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Wayne County, NC
2024 average cost:$5,603/mo
2023 average cost:$5,362/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wayne County, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Wayne County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wayne County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wayne County

The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC

4.6
I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of activities.

Spring Arbor of Raleigh

5.0
Spring Arbor is a fantastic place. I totally recommend it. Spring Arbor is a really nice place. It's small and it's a very close community. They take care of their residents. My wife's mother was there and my mother was there. That's how good it is.

Brookdale Country Day Road in Goldsboro, NC

5.0
The staff at Brookdale Country Day Road was very kind and went out of their way to make sure that everybody stayed connected. Moving in and getting set up was simple and streamlined. Any help that we needed was provided or they helped us find services to assist. There were a lot of interesting ...
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Wayne County review score based on 209 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 209 reviews of 76 Wayne County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wayne County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Wayne County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wayne County, NC76 facilities
8.3
Goldsboro, NC10 facilities
8.5
Walnut Creek, NC8 facilities

Review subcategories for Wayne County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 209 reviews of 76 Wayne County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wayne County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Wayne County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wayne County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayne County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayne County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Wayne County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Wayne County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.6%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wayne County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Wayne County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.9%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wayne County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Wayne County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wayne County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Wayne County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayne County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.2%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wayne County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Wayne County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wayne County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wayne County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Wayne County protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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