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The cost of independent living in Hilltop is about $3,914 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 48 options. Read 758 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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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.
The Plaza at Highlands Crossing is in the beautiful Ozark mountains of northwest Arkansas in Bella Vista. Bella Vista is 33 miles north of Fayetteville Arkansas, home of the Razorbacks and 10 miles north of Bentonville, home of Walmart and the world-renowned Crystal Bridges Museum. Opened in...
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My loved one is staying here until a cottage opens up at one of the two facilities she is on the wait list for. Overall the experience has been pretty good. She is in a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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If you are looking for an Assisted Living or Independent Living Community for your loved one, The Oaks Retirement Community is the perfect choice! [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and all of...
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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.
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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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.
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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Country Assisted Living is located in Huntsville, AR and is a local owned and operated assist living facility. We pride ourselves in making the transition from home to our facility as easy and peaceful as it can be for our residents and their loved ones. Our residents have the freedom to furnish...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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I have lived in this place for 8 years! I would bring my friends and family in any time!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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, Independent 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.
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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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.
Senior Living in Fayetteville, ARYou may be asking, “where is the best place to retire in Arkansas?” We believe that question stops here. Find luxury senior living in Fayetteville AR at the Grand Village. Residents will find no shortage of experiences to enjoy. In fact, we boast a unique offering...
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The Baptist Home community had over a year wait list because it was so good, we called them explaining our loved ones situation at her previous community which was so bad and they moved us in within a month....
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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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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I have family who have lived at Autumn Place since January 2016, including my mother, father and step-mother. I have found the staff to be exceptionally friendly and helpful at all times. My parents adjusted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Hilltop, MO

The average cost of senior living in Hilltop is $3,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stark City, MO with an average of $3,005 per month.

Independent living costs in Hilltop, MO, vs. nearby cities

Hilltop, MO
$3,914/mo
$3,914/mo
$3,893/mo

Independent living costs in Hilltop, MO, vs. state and national averages

Hilltop, MO
$3,914/mo
U.S. national average
$4,177/mo

Independent living costs in Hilltop, MO, vs. other senior living options

$5,067/mo
Independent Living
$3,914/mo

Independent living costs in Hilltop, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,833/mo
Studio
$4,375/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,141/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,403/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,233/mo

Senior living costs in Hilltop 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: Hilltop, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHilltop, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,914/mo$3,721/mo$4,177/mo
Assisted Living$3,996/mo$4,020/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$5,067/mo$5,501/mo$5,536/mo
Independent Living
Hilltop, MO:$3,914/mo
Missouri:$3,721/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
Assisted Living
Hilltop, MO:$3,996/mo
Missouri:$4,020/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Hilltop, MO:$5,067/mo
Missouri:$5,501/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
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Independent living costs in Hilltop, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hilltop 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
Hilltop, MO$2,931/mo$2,793/mo+5.0%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hilltop, MO
2024 average cost:$2,931/mo
2023 average cost:$2,793/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,057/mo
2023 average cost:$3,016/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
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 Hilltop

Recent reviews for independent living in Hilltop

The Township Senior Living in Battlefield, MO

4.1
Friendly, helpful staff. Nice facility. Visit twice weekly and consistent care and experience. I would recommend them to others looking.

Village On The Park Bentonville

5.0
Village on the Park Bentonville was the absolute Best Place for My Mom. We visited every assisted living place in Rogers and Bentonville . Village on the Park was heads above every place else. We first visited places unannounced to get the Real picture. Village on the Park was clean, had ...
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Chapters Living of Joplin

5.0
I love it here. The staff is extremely helpful. It's very clean. Meals are good and plenty. Lots if activities. Expensive but affordable. I would highly recommend independent living and assisted living here at Spring River Christian Village.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at various communities like The Waterford at Ironbridge, making new residents feel at home and encouraging socialization.
Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents at communities such as The Waterford at Ironbridge enjoy a wide range of activities, from bingo and card games to gardening, hiking, and cultural outings, keeping them engaged and active.
Delicious meals and accommodating dining experiences. Quality food and accommodating dining options are mentioned frequently in reviews, with communities like Wildwood Senior Living going above and beyond to cater to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences.
Thoughtful and responsive staff. Reviews for communities like The Cambridge Senior Living praise staff for their kindness, helpfulness, and responsiveness, creating a sense of security and support for residents and their families.
Safe and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and safety are major concerns for seniors, and communities like The Waterford at Ironbridge meet these expectations, ensuring proper upkeep of both interior spaces and outdoor areas.
Engaging social environment with opportunities for connection. Communities such as The Preston Luxury Living provide opportunities for residents to build friendships and engage in meaningful social interactions, contributing to overall happiness and well-being
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Hilltop independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hilltop independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hilltop, 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 Hilltop 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 Hilltop partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hilltop, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.9%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.5%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hilltop 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 Hilltop communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hilltop, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hilltop 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 Hilltop offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hilltop, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
51.2%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.2%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.5%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.2%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mission Ridge, The Waterford at Ironbridge and The Gardens Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hilltop, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Hilltop, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hilltop, Missouri are Mission Ridge, The Waterford at Ironbridge and Concordia of Bella Vista. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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