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The cost of independent living in Merrillville is about $3,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 197 options.

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Cost of independent living in Merrillville, IN

The average cost of senior living in Merrillville is $3,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rensselaer, IN with an average of $3,044 per month.

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, vs. state and national averages

Merrillville, IN

$3,412/mo

Indiana state

$2,906/mo

U.S. national average

$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$6,704/mo

Memory Care

$8,084/mo

Independent Living

$3,412/mo

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, by floor plan type

Studio

$2,838/mo

1 Bedroom

$4,039/mo

2 Bedroom

$5,133/mo

Senior living costs in Merrillville 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: Merrillville, IN

Column state: Indiana

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Merrillville, IN	Indiana	U.S.
Independent Living	$3,412/mo	$2,906/mo	$3,532/mo
Assisted Living	$6,704/mo	$4,966/mo	$5,909/mo
Memory Care	$8,084/mo	$6,723/mo	$7,121/mo

Independent Living

Merrillville, IN:$3,412/mo

Indiana:$2,906/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Assisted Living

Merrillville, IN:$6,704/mo

Indiana:$4,966/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Memory Care

Merrillville, IN:$8,084/mo

Indiana:$6,723/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

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Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, over time

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

Merrillville, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Merrillville, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Merrillville 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 average 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
Merrillville, IN	$3,249/mo	$3,092/mo	+5.1%
Indiana	$2,786/mo	$2,768/mo	+0.6%
National	$3,416/mo	$3,319/mo	+2.9%

Merrillville, IN

2024 average cost:$3,249/mo

2023 average cost:$3,092/mo

Percent change:+5.1%

Indiana

2024 average cost:$2,786/mo

2023 average cost:$2,768/mo

Percent change:+0.6%

National

2024 average cost:$3,416/mo

2023 average cost:$3,319/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

Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.

Your Guide to VA Benefits

The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.

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What families are saying about independent living in Merrillville

Recent reviews for independent living in Merrillville

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 ...

Mather Place in Wilmette, IL

5.0

I like Mather Place because everyone is my friend: the people who live here and the people who work here. I can be alone if I choose but I can also always find an activity or a friend to spend time with. We care for each other, we help each other, we have fun together, and we respect each ...

Merrillville independent living services and amenities

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

Merrillville, INNational

Nutritionist / dietician

24.4%

21.2%

Low / no sodium

33.5%

35.8%

No sugar

29.9%

32%

Vegetarian

35%

34.8%

Pureed meals

12.7%

11.7%

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

Merrillville, INNational

Professional chef

37.1%

37.6%

Restaurant style dining

42.6%

44.8%

Room service

37.1%

38.2%

Anytime dining

16.2%

17.8%

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

Merrillville, INNational

Activity director

45.7%

46.6%

Pet-focused programs

31.5%

29.3%

Community service programs

35%

34.2%

Devotional activities on-site

45.7%

48.3%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

47.7%

50.1%

Outings / off-site activities

54.3%

54.9%

Piano or organ

39.6%

44.2%

Arts and crafts center

37.6%

39.7%

Educational speakers / life long learning

44.2%

43.1%

Clubs / games / karaoke

46.7%

48.4%

Live performances

44.2%

48.1%

Dances

31%

34.4%

Fitness center

41.6%

40.8%

Fitness classes

45.7%

47.7%

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Cost of independent living in Merrillville, IN

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, vs. state and national averages

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, vs. other senior living options

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in Merrillville vs. state and national costs

Independent living costs in Merrillville, IN, over time

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