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The cost of independent living in Independence is about $3,493 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 235 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 Beverly, Milton and Pittsfield.

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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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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.
At Adams Pointe, our focus is on you. Our person-centered approach to care puts residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Our newly built community offers the best of assisted living.Whether it's help with medications, assistance with bathing or just a shoulder to lean on -...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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: 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.
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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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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lincoln-Douglas Apartments are located in Quincy, IL, near the Mississippi River. Residents find the location convenient for shopping and recreation. They also enjoy spending time in the nearby historic district. The 59 one-bedroom apartments are designed to meet the needs of senior...
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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I would tell them to wait the two or two and a half years, it is worth wait. The value I pay is beyond what you can afford at other places. We have bingo, arm chair travel (travel series) there was even...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Twin Oaks at Stone RidgeTwin Oaks at Stone Ridge is affordable senior housing for seniors 55 and older located in the western suburbs of St. Louis in the small town of Wentzville, St. Charles County, Missouri. Twin Oaks is perfectly located, just walking distance from St. Joseph Health...

Cost of independent living in Independence, IL

The average cost of senior living in Independence is $3,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hamburg, IL with an average of $2,892 per month.

Independent living costs in Independence, IL, vs. nearby cities

Independence, IL
$3,493/mo
$3,491/mo

Independent living costs in Independence, IL, vs. state and national averages

Independence, IL
$3,493/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Independence, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,350/mo
Independent Living
$3,493/mo

Independent living costs in Independence, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,125/mo
Studio
$5,145/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,950/mo

Senior living costs in Independence 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: Independence, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndependence, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,493/mo$4,454/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,350/mo$5,372/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,350/mo$5,392/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Independence, IL:$3,493/mo
Illinois:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Independence, IL:$4,350/mo
Illinois:$5,372/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Independence, IL:$4,350/mo
Illinois:$5,392/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Independence, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Independence 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 Independence, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Independence 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Independence, IL$2,341/mo$2,397/mo-2.4%
Illinois$2,980/mo$2,873/mo+3.7%
National$3,044/mo$2,927/mo+4.0%
Independence, IL
2024 average cost:$2,341/mo
2023 average cost:$2,397/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,980/mo
2023 average cost:$2,873/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,927/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Independence

Recent reviews for independent living in Independence

Bristol Manor of Wentzville

5.0
We love it and mom loves it, it's more homey than she is used to. We love Suzy and hate that she's leaving. It's perfect because of how small it is. She has found a rummy partner, so she stays busy. I liked that she is eating meals with someone rather than alone. She likes the food, and has ...
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Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

The Pointe at Jacksonville

5.0
I was very pleased with the entire experience. I would tell them to encourage their loved ones to move there. Not only were the employees kind and helpful but the residents were friendly. Staff members are very caring.

Independence independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Independence independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Independence, 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 Independence 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 Independence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Independence, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Independence 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 Independence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Independence, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Independence 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 Independence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
13.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.8%
46.4%
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