Palmdale is located in the heart of northern Los Angeles County and is home to more than 169,000 residents, of which 9.3% are seniors aged 65 or older. Its beautiful desert scenery provides the setting for hot, dry summers and cool, windy winters without any measurable snowfall. Outdoorsy seniors have an average of 280 sunny days a year to explore area hiking trails, parks and a PGA-class public golf course. Shopaholics have it made with a million-square-foot mall, and visiting grandkids will find plenty of family-friendly places to explore, including numerous attractions in nearby Los Angeles and Hollywood.
The city boasts 37 assisted living facilities either in or within 25 miles of Palmdale. The average cost of assisted living in Palmdale is $5,000 per month. However, actual costs can vary based on the facility’s location and overall amenities and services.
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The average cost of assisted living in Palmdale mirrors the state average at $5,000 per month, which is $700 higher than the national average. Compared to the states that are adjacent to California, Palmdale’s average cost is higher than all of them. Nevada’s average is $3,595, Arizona’s is $3,900, and Oregon’s is $4,659.
Despite being higher than surrounding states, Palmdale’s monthly assisted living costs are average for the state. In other words, it’s higher than some California cities yet lower than others. Palmdale’s cost is higher than Bakersfield’s $3,613, Riverside’s $3,900, Hanford’s $3,975 and San Diego’s $4,525. While local costs are identical to Santa Maria, the area’s lower than San Luis Obispo ($5,800), El Centro ($5,825) and Oxnard ($5,845).
Note: Data for Palmdale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Home and Community-Based Services waiver designed to help low-income seniors who need help covering the expense of assisted living. To qualify, seniors must require a nursing facility level of care and be able to safely reside in an assisted living facility within one of the 15 participating counties, which include Los Angeles County. The waiver is administered by Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program.
Learn more about the ALW, including eligibility requirements and the extensive application process, on our Assisted Living in California page.
Contact | Description | |
Workforce Development Aging & Community Services | (888) 211-0644 | WDACS’ Older and Dependent Adult Services provides a wide array of programs to help improve the quality of life for seniors throughout Los Angeles County, including those in Palmdale. Services include a legal assistance program for seniors aged 60 or older with economic and social needs, the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, New Freedom Transportation Program, Adult Protective Services and the Eldercare Locator. |
Los Angeles Aging Disability Resource Connection | (213) 482-7252 | The Los Angeles ADRC serves as the single location to find services for older adults, including options counseling and help accessing public and privately funded long-term services and supports. It also provides transition services, short-term service coordination and enhanced information and referral services. |
Legacy Commons for Active Seniors | (661) 267-5904 | Legacy Commons helps seniors aged 55 and older lead active, more independent lives with numerous recreational activities in a modern center. It features informational seminars, performing arts programs, fitness and exercise classes and special interest groups. It’s also adjacent to Legacy Park where seniors can enjoy outdoor activities like horseshoes, croquet, bocce ball and walking. |
Military Veterans Affairs County of Los Angeles | (877) 452-8387 | The Department of Military Veterans Affairs provides a wide range of programs specifically for veterans, such as housing assistance, counseling, legal assistance, comprehensive support and career development. It also helps veterans apply for and get all the benefits they’re entitled to. |
Antelope Valley Transit Authority | (661) 945-9445 | AVTA’s Dial-a-Ride program provides a curb-to-curb van service for seniors in Palmdale and throughout the Antelope Valley. It offers a special Senior Annual Pass to eligible seniors aged 62 and older. Senior passes entitle residents to free rides on local transit services for those who qualify. Seniors may also qualify for discounted rides on AVTA’s commuter lines. |
The California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division and Continuing Care Contracts Branch enforces state laws and regulations that assisted living communities in Palmdale must adhere to. Visit our Assisted Living in California page to learn more about the specific laws and regulations that must be followed.