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The cost of independent living in Newark is about $4,442 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 27 options. Read 283 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
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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.
Weston Senior Living Center at Highfiels has been caring for 55+ adults since 1912. Weston has managed the campus since 2011 and purchased the campus from The Masons in 2012. Since then Weston Senior Living has made many upgrades to the Rest Residential and Skilled neighborhoods.Additionally, we...
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Cost of independent living in Newark, DE

The average cost of senior living in Newark is $4,442 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Smyrna, DE with an average of $3,901 per month.

Independent living costs in Newark, DE, vs. nearby cities

Newark, DE
$4,442/mo
$4,839/mo
$4,804/mo

Independent living costs in Newark, DE, vs. state and national averages

Newark, DE
$4,442/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Newark, DE, vs. other senior living options

$5,547/mo
Independent Living
$4,442/mo

Independent living costs in Newark, DE, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,709/mo
Studio
$6,221/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,486/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,072/mo

Senior living costs in Newark 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: Newark, DE
Column state: Delaware
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNewark, DEDelawareU.S.
Independent Living$4,442/mo$5,185/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,524/mo$6,207/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,547/mo$6,266/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Newark, DE:$4,442/mo
Delaware:$5,185/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Newark, DE:$5,524/mo
Delaware:$6,207/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Newark, DE:$5,547/mo
Delaware:$6,266/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Newark, DE, over time

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

Newark, DEDE stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Newark, DE

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Newark 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
Newark, DE$5,512/mo$3,074/mo+79.3%
Delaware$4,104/mo$4,081/mo+0.6%
National$3,029/mo$2,857/mo+6.0%
Newark, DE
2024 average cost:$5,512/mo
2023 average cost:$3,074/mo
Percent change:+79.3%
Delaware
2024 average cost:$4,104/mo
2023 average cost:$4,081/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,029/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Newark

Recent reviews for independent living in Newark

Harrison House Chester County in Coatesville, PA

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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Meadowcrest at Middletown

3.5
They have to work out some growing pains in the business still. What is said that will get done and what gets done, doesn't always happen. They don't always think of the residents versus the comfort of the workers, for example: it's so cold there, they've got it down to 72. They are a company ...
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HarborChase of Wilmington

4.8
I'd say that while we expected a challenging transition from independent city life to assisted living, my uncle has been very happy there and that he's made a real home for himself there. We picked this community because it was a combination of the services they offered and the respect he was ...
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Newark independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newark independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newark, 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 Newark 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 Newark partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newark, DENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Newark 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 Newark communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newark, DENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newark 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 Newark offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newark, DENational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46.4%
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The Vero at Newark, Millcroft Living and Paramount Senior Living at Newark are the top-rated independent living facilities near Newark, Delaware. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Newark, Delaware. See the full list.
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