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Located 18 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta, Marietta offers all the amenities of a large city with a quiet family-friendly atmosphere. The Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park with its tree-lined paved roads and the city’s five National Historic Districts provide a safe area for seniors to enjoy nature and stay healthy and active. Marietta is also home to the Gone With the Wind Museum and the Marietta Square Farmers Market, which is held every Saturday morning in warmer weather. The city has a population of close to 61,000 with approximately 13% aged 65 and older. Summers are hot and humid with average highs around 88 degrees, but winter temperatures rarely drop below freezing and the city gets around two inches of snow each year, which is ideal for seniors who want to get away from the colder northern climates.
Assisted living facilities help seniors with daily activities while allowing them to maintain their independence. These communities usually allow residents to adjust their level of care as necessary. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living in Marietta, GA, costs an average of $3,845 per month. That’s slightly more than the Georgia average but less than the U.S. average.
This guide provides details about how the costs of assisted living in Atlanta, the closest available data area to Marietta, compare to prices in other cities, as well as helpful free or nonprofit resources for senior wellness.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Georgia. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Assisted living facilities charge an average of $3,845 in Marietta, GA. This reflects the cost of this level of care throughout the Atlanta area.
The national cost of assisted living averages $4,500 monthly. Marietta residents save about 17% compared to the U.S. cost overall. However, Marietta’s assisted living charges are slightly higher than the state average. Georgia assisted living residents pay about 9% less than their counterparts in Marietta and the rest of the Atlanta metro.
As you move further from the Atlanta area, prices for assisted living tend to fall. You’ll save almost 40% on rent in these facilities in Warner Robins and about 34% in Macon compared to the average monthly assisted living cost in Marietta. You’ll pay more as you head further north in Georgia. Residents of Gainesville, GA, pay about the same for assisted living as those in Marietta. However, costs rise by about 9% in Athens and 12% in Rome compared to the Atlanta metro rates.
Note: Data for Marietta was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Atlanta, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Georgia.
| Contact | Description | |
| Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division | (866) 552-4464 | The Atlanta Regional Commission Aging Division is part of the Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services that helps seniors live longer, safe and independent lives. This agency also helps support family members and caregivers and offers information on long-term care. |
| Cobb County Senior Wellness Center | (770) 528-5355 | The Cobb County Senior Wellness Center is recognized as one of the leading senior agencies in the state. It operates seven senior centers in the area. The goal of the wellness center is to help improve the quality of life for individuals 55 and older through transportation, recreation, in-home services, exercise and education. |
| East Cobb Senior Center | (770) 509-4900 | The East Cobb Senior Center provides a variety of services to area seniors, including planned trips and regularly scheduled activities. The center also offers health and wellness classes, elder law planning, advanced care planning and preventative care. |
| Georgia Department of Veterans Services | (770) 528-3254 | The Georgia Department of Veterans Services offers benefits assistant, support and education to veterans, their survivors and family. The organization also distributes pensions and provides information pertaining to programs and benefits that may be used towards the cost of assisted living. |
| Enrichment of Life (ELM) | (770) 429-7800 | ELM is a nonprofit organization coordinated by the First United Methodist Church of Marietta. The organization provides education, social interaction and volunteer opportunities for individuals 50 and older. Classes are also provided throughout the year on topics like fitness, writing, literature, arts and crafts and games. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Marietta area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
