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The cost of independent living in Hercules is about $5,515 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 364 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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 independent living in Hercules, CA

The average cost of senior living in Hercules is $5,515 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include American Canyon, CA with an average of $5,400 per month.

Independent living costs in Hercules, CA, vs. nearby cities

Hercules, CA
$5,515/mo
$5,542/mo

Independent living costs in Hercules, CA, vs. state and national averages

Hercules, CA
$5,515/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Hercules, CA, vs. other senior living options

$6,204/mo
Independent Living
$5,515/mo

Independent living costs in Hercules, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,411/mo
Studio
$6,471/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,363/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,690/mo

Senior living costs in Hercules 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: Hercules, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHercules, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$5,515/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,801/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,204/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Hercules, CA:$5,515/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Hercules, CA:$4,801/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Hercules, CA:$6,204/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Hercules, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Hercules 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Hercules, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hercules 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
Hercules, CA$3,369/mo$3,070/mo+9.7%
California$3,707/mo$3,631/mo+2.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Hercules, CA
2024 average cost:$3,369/mo
2023 average cost:$3,070/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
California
2024 average cost:$3,707/mo
2023 average cost:$3,631/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Hercules

Recent reviews for independent living in Hercules

Carlton Senior Living Concord

5.0
The facility is very nice, close to stores, shops, parks & movie theatre. Lots of good restaurants near by. However, food is provided here, sometimes people like to go out to a restaurant. They have a lot of activities to do, a nice variety.

Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff across different communities, such as Truewood by Merrill and Cogir of Vallejo Hills. Residents express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers and staff.
Varied activities for socializing. Reviews highlight the diverse range of activities offered in senior living communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and sing-alongs. Residents enjoy the opportunity to stay engaged and active with their peers.
Thoughtfully maintained living areas. Numerous reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas and private living spaces in senior communities, such as Cogir Vallejo Hills and The Heritage. Residents value the attention to detail in ensuring a pleasant living environment.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Reviews consistently praise the quality of meals and accommodating approach to dietary restrictions in senior living communities, including Truewood by Merrill and Cogir Vallejo Hills. Residents look forward to mealtimes and enjoy the personalized attention to their preferences.
Helpful and responsive staff communication. Reviews contain many mentions of clear and open communication between families and staff at various senior living communities, such as Cogir of North Bay and Heritage Downtown. Staff members are attentive to the needs of residents and their families.
Peaceful and serene community atmosphere. Reviews often highlight the peaceful and tranquil environment found in senior living communities, such as Truewood by Merrill and The Heritage. Residents appreciate the quiet surroundings and the sense of calm that comes with living in a community designed for seniors.
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Hercules independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hercules independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hercules partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hercules, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hercules independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hercules communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hercules independent 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 independent living communities in Hercules offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hercules, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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