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10 Best Nursing Homes in Marion County, IA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Marion County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Marion County, IA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Marion County or another care type is right for you. Browse 165 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Marion County.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Marion County, IA

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Cost of nursing homes in Marion County, IA

The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $4,841 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milo, IA with an average of $4,146 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Marion County, IA, vs. nearby counties

Marion County, IA
$4,841/mo
$4,848/mo
$5,867/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marion County, IA, vs. state and national averages

Marion County, IA
$4,841/mo
$4,394/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marion County, IA, vs. other senior living options

$4,837/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,841/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marion County, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,060/mo
Studio
$5,616/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,470/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,318/mo

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

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Marion County, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion County, IAIowaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,841/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,811/mo$4,392/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,837/mo$4,394/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,302/mo$3,220/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Marion County, IA:$4,841/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Marion County, IA:$4,811/mo
Iowa:$4,392/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Marion County, IA:$4,837/mo
Iowa:$4,394/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Marion County, IA:$3,302/mo
Iowa:$3,220/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Marion County, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Marion 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.

Marion County, IAIA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Marion County, IA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Marion 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
Marion County, IA$5,933/mo$5,745/mo+3.3%
Iowa$5,445/mo$5,406/mo+0.7%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Marion County, IA
2024 average cost:$5,933/mo
2023 average cost:$5,745/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$5,445/mo
2023 average cost:$5,406/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Marion County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Marion County

The Bridges at Ankeny

4.8
My mom stayed at The Bridges for her rehab after her shoulder surgery. The therapy team was amazing and always took the time with her. She is grateful to have recovered and is back home. But, if we need to go somewhere in the future THE BRIDGES IS WHERE WE WOULD GO!!

Copper Shores Village in Pleasant Hill, IA

4.9
Both the staff and residents are top notch. This place may not have all the, what I call fluffy stuff (theater room…but there is one across the street; balcony… but there is a very nice lake side view patio…and ducks…and birds … and a very nice portico with shade and comfortable seating; no ...
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Bishop Drumm Retirement Center in Johnston, IA

5.0
My dad is doing really good after picking this community from the list we got from A Place For Mom. He is enjoying the meals they make. He has tried some activities and he knows some people who live here. The staff has been great. I cant tell he is happy and when he calls he tells me good ...
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Marion County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion 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 Marion County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Marion County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marion County, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.6%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.8%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.5%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.5%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marion County nursing homes

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 Marion County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marion County, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.7%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.5%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.9%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marion County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marion County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion County, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
19.8%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.8%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Marion County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion County, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.8%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion County, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.6%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.6%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.7%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
36.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
21.8%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.6%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village of Pella, Homestead of Knoxville Assisted Living and Independence Village of Waukee are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Marion County, Iowa. See full list of communities.
There are 165 nursing homes facilities near Marion County, Iowa. See the full list.
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