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The cost of independent living in Riverside County is about $4,010 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 813 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Palm Desert, La Quinta and Indian Wells.

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Last Updated: 12/4/25
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They are fantastic! I know that they do bingo and I saw them do some excersises but I'm not there on a regualr basis so I can't speak to the activities. I don't know how they can improve. They're loving and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Mountain View ManorOur facility offers. 24hr. on staff Caregivers, 3 Nutritious meals a day, Snacks available between meals, Housekeeping, Laundry, Interactive programs, On site salon, And much more.Millie Newsom has been in the field of assistant living, Alzheimer's, Memory Loss, and Dementia...
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This is a very nice community. I highly recommend it for the great staff and the excellent meals that they give my mom. They offer a variety of activities to choose from. They show that they care about the...
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.
Hallmark Assisted Living of Palm SpringsHallmark Assisted Living of Palm Springs is the kind of assisted living communities that allows its residents to enjoy the kind of freedom that they deserve. Located in the beautiful desert resort city of Palm Springs, CA, this community is just a mile from...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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, Memory Care
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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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spectrum Care, a full service residential care facility dedicated to the dignity, comfort and well-being of our elderly patrons. We also cater to residents with special needs in varying stages. Our logic includes individual security while allowing each individual to express their independence and...
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Cost of independent living in Riverside County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Riverside County is $4,010 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calipatria, CA with an average of $1,138 per month.

Independent living costs in Riverside County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Riverside County, CA
$4,010/mo
$4,481/mo
$4,418/mo

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

Riverside County, CA
$4,010/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Riverside County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$4,610/mo
Independent Living
$4,010/mo

Independent living costs in Riverside County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,926/mo
Studio
$5,006/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,418/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,788/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,898/mo

Senior living costs in Riverside County 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: Riverside County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverside County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Independent Living$4,010/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,424/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,610/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Riverside County, CA:$4,010/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Riverside County, CA:$4,424/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Riverside County, CA:$4,610/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Riverside County, CA, over time

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

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Independent living cost trends in Riverside County, CA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Riverside 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
Riverside County, CA$4,676/mo$4,594/mo+1.8%
California$3,660/mo$3,425/mo+6.9%
National$3,191/mo$3,044/mo+4.8%
Riverside County, CA
2024 average cost:$4,676/mo
2023 average cost:$4,594/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
California
2024 average cost:$3,660/mo
2023 average cost:$3,425/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,044/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Riverside County

Recent reviews for independent living in Riverside County

The Palms at La Quinta

3.7
The facility is clean. They have an ambassador program for new residents. However, my ambassador has yet to show up. Their Handbook is sparse and does not give a new person needed information. Only about half of the residents are interactive with new residents. The weekly menus could use more ...
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Desert Skys Board and Care in Indio, CA

4.5
I feel really good about the service of Desert Sky's Board and Care, inc. for facility Desert Sky's Board and Care. They have great service, the administrator Nenita Koch and staff are taking such great care of my grandmother. My grandmother is non-ambulatory from a stroke and after her rehab ...
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Windsor Court Assisted Living in Palm Springs, CA

5.0
I am impressed by the different activities held by the community. They staff is super friendly and always says hello to everyone when passing and they know everyone by name.

Riverside County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverside County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverside County, 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 Riverside County 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 Riverside County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverside County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverside County 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 Riverside County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverside County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
48.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverside County 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 Riverside County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverside County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.2%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
48.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.3%
46.4%
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