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Cost of independent living in Whitaker, IL

The average cost of senior living in Whitaker is $6,527 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Limestone, IL with an average of $4,231 per month.

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

Whitaker, IL

$6,527/mo

Grant Park, IL

$8,966/mo

Manteno, IL

$10,287/mo

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

Whitaker, IL

$6,527/mo

Illinois state

$5,192/mo

U.S. national average

$4,247/mo

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

Assisted Living

$7,722/mo

Memory Care

$7,791/mo

Independent Living

$6,527/mo

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

Studio

$15,935/mo

1 Bedroom

$3,890/mo

2 Bedroom

$5,567/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$4,214/mo

Senior living costs in Whitaker 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: Whitaker, IL

Column state: Illinois

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Whitaker, IL	Illinois	U.S.
Independent Living	$6,527/mo	$5,192/mo	$4,247/mo
Assisted Living	$7,722/mo	$6,307/mo	$4,784/mo
Memory Care	$7,791/mo	$6,342/mo	$5,056/mo

Independent Living

Whitaker, IL:$6,527/mo

Illinois:$5,192/mo

U.S.:$4,247/mo

Assisted Living

Whitaker, IL:$7,722/mo

Illinois:$6,307/mo

U.S.:$4,784/mo

Memory Care

Whitaker, IL:$7,791/mo

Illinois:$6,342/mo

U.S.:$5,056/mo

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Independent living costs in Whitaker, IL, over time

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

Whitaker, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Whitaker, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whitaker 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Whitaker, IL	$2,963/mo	$2,974/mo	-0.4%
Illinois	$3,106/mo	$3,068/mo	+1.3%
National	$3,257/mo	$3,166/mo	+2.9%

Whitaker, IL

2024 average cost:$2,963/mo

2023 average cost:$2,974/mo

Percent change:-0.4%

Illinois

2024 average cost:$3,106/mo

2023 average cost:$3,068/mo

Percent change:+1.3%

National

2024 average cost:$3,257/mo

2023 average cost:$3,166/mo

Percent change:+2.9%

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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.

Your Guide to Paying for Care

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What families are saying about independent living in Whitaker

Recent reviews for independent living in Whitaker

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0

I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7

I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

High Point Residence Tinley Park

4.3

My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...

Whitaker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitaker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitaker, 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 Whitaker 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 Whitaker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Whitaker, ILNational

Nutritionist / dietician

32.3%

20.9%

Low / no sodium

35.5%

35.2%

No sugar

32.3%

31.6%

Vegetarian

34%

34.3%

Pureed meals

10.5%

11.1%

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Availability of select dining options in Whitaker 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 Whitaker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Whitaker, ILNational

Professional chef

34.6%

37.1%

Restaurant style dining

43.9%

44.3%

Room service

32.6%

37.7%

Anytime dining

18.3%

17.5%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitaker 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 Whitaker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Whitaker, ILNational

Activity director

47.1%

46%

Pet-focused programs

31.1%

28.9%

Community service programs

34.3%

33.8%

Devotional activities on-site

49.7%

48.1%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

50.9%

49.6%

Outings / off-site activities

55.8%

54.7%

Piano or organ

38.4%

43.8%

Arts and crafts center

38.7%

39.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

40.7%

42.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

48.5%

47.9%

Live performances

47.1%

47.5%

Dances

32.8%

33.8%

Fitness center

35.2%

40.3%

Fitness classes

46.8%

47.2%

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Cost of independent living in Whitaker, IL

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