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The cost of independent living in Wayne County is about $4,004 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 1637 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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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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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Wayne County, MI

The average cost of senior living in Wayne County is $4,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trenton, MI with an average of $3,053 per month.

Independent living costs in Wayne County, MI, vs. nearby counties

Wayne County, MI
$4,004/mo
$4,026/mo

Independent living costs in Wayne County, MI, vs. state and national averages

Wayne County, MI
$4,004/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Wayne County, MI, vs. other senior living options

$5,413/mo
Independent Living
$4,004/mo

Independent living costs in Wayne County, MI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,803/mo
Studio
$4,171/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,667/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,015/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,450/mo

Senior living costs in Wayne 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: Wayne County, MI
Column state: Michigan
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWayne County, MIMichiganU.S.
Independent Living$4,004/mo$3,745/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,308/mo$4,247/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,413/mo$4,618/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Wayne County, MI:$4,004/mo
Michigan:$3,745/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Wayne County, MI:$4,308/mo
Michigan:$4,247/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Wayne County, MI:$5,413/mo
Michigan:$4,618/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Wayne County, MI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wayne 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 Wayne County, MI

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wayne 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wayne County, MI$2,409/mo$2,252/mo+7.0%
Michigan$2,703/mo$2,671/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Wayne County, MI
2024 average cost:$2,409/mo
2023 average cost:$2,252/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
Michigan
2024 average cost:$2,703/mo
2023 average cost:$2,671/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Wayne County

Recent reviews for independent living in Wayne County

Novi Lakes Health Campus

4.8
My dad had a wonderful stay. I never thought I would be able to take him home again, but he's home now because of the great care the staff takes of their residents. I would recommend this place!

Thomas F Taylor Towers in Westland, MI

5.0
This is the cleanest and prettiest section 8 building I have ever seen. My mother moved from another senior tower in the area to Taylor Towers and we were amazed at the difference in amenities. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have strict rules and guidelines for resident behavior ...
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Comfort Cove Senior Living in West Bloomfield, MI

4.8
American House is a very nice facility to live at. The residents make you feel right at home after you move in. I highly recommend this for you or your loved ones. Great staff. The food is not too good, but everything else is GREAT! The staff and the facility. All are very friendly and outgoing.

Wayne County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayne County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayne 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 Wayne 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 Wayne County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wayne 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 Wayne County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayne County, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wayne 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 Wayne County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
46.4%
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Downriver Estates Senior Living, Atria Kinghaven and Ashford Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wayne County, Michigan. See full list of communities.
There are 85 independent living facilities near Wayne County, Michigan. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Wayne County, Michigan are Hutcheson Manor, Independence Village of Madison Heights and Pine Ridge of Plumbrook Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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