Families looking for assisted living in Madison, Wisconsin can review 131 assisted living communities in our directory. The same city also lists 3 nursing homes and 4 continuing care communities if care needs change. Most of these listings sit in Dane County. Published starting prices center around $3,500/mo. Census ACS 2024 estimates for Madison: about 285,318 residents, 13.7% age 65 or older, median household income around $79,254. If openings in Madison do not fit the timeline, compare Verona, Stoughton, Middleton next. FindRetireHome is a free licensed advisor service for families. An advisor shortlists communities that can admit around care level, budget, and who will visit. Families do not pay.
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Families researching assisted living in Madison, WI usually compare care level fit, monthly cost, location near relatives, and recent inspection history. In our directory, the median published starting price for assisted living here is $3,500/mo. Ask each community for an all-in estimate that includes care fees and community fees. When a community has inspection records in our database, we publish a deficiencies page with Class 1–4 detail so you can review compliance history before touring. Wisconsin licenses community-based residential facilitys through Wisconsin DHS. Ask how the community handles a later increase in care needs, and whether memory care is on campus or via a preferred partner. FindRetireHome advisors help families in Madison and across Wisconsin shortlist communities at no cost.
FindRetireHome currently lists 131 assisted living communities in Madison, WI. Counts update as new facilities are verified.
Based on published starting prices in our directory, the median is From $3,500/mo. Actual costs vary by care level, room type, and services. See our Florida cost guide for metro comparisons.
About 100% of listed communities currently show availability.
Listed communities in Madison average about 4.5 out of 5 based on published ratings in our directory. Always review recent inspection history and tour in person.
Yes. Licensed senior living advisors help families compare options in Madison and across Wisconsin at no cost to you.
In Madison, the directory currently supports a shortlist across 131 assisted living communities, 3 nursing homes, and 4 continuing care communities. The advisor checks care level, budget, and who will visit, then confirms which communities can admit. The shortlist is free to your family.
When Madison does not have an opening that fits, families often add Verona (4 photo-backed listings), Stoughton (3 photo-backed listings), Middleton (2 photo-backed listings), Sun Prairie (2 photo-backed listings). Those city hubs are separate markets. An advisor can check the same care level in each one.
Talk with a licensed senior living advisor at no cost. We match families to communities that fit care needs, budget, and timeline.