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The cost of independent living in Lawrence County is about $3,528 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 616 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 Clever, Monett and Marionville.

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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: 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
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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, 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, 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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Cost of independent living in Lawrence County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Lawrence County is $3,528 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Reeds, MO with an average of $3,417 per month.

Independent living costs in Lawrence County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Lawrence County, MO
$3,528/mo
$3,435/mo

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

Lawrence County, MO
$3,528/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Lawrence County, MO, vs. other senior living options

$4,940/mo
Independent Living
$3,528/mo

Independent living costs in Lawrence County, MO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,574/mo
Studio
$4,122/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,763/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,988/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,789/mo

Senior living costs in Lawrence 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: Lawrence County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLawrence County, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,528/mo$3,715/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$3,720/mo$4,008/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$4,940/mo$5,473/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Lawrence County, MO:$3,528/mo
Missouri:$3,715/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Lawrence County, MO:$3,720/mo
Missouri:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Lawrence County, MO:$4,940/mo
Missouri:$5,473/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Lawrence County, MO, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lawrence 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lawrence County, MO$2,879/mo$2,779/mo+3.6%
Missouri$3,057/mo$3,016/mo+1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lawrence County, MO
2024 average cost:$2,879/mo
2023 average cost:$2,779/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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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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.

What families are saying about independent living in Lawrence County

Recent reviews for independent living in Lawrence County

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.

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.

Wildwood Senior Living in Joplin, MO

5.0
I absolutely love Wildwood and so does dad. All the staff are very friendly. Really Care about the people who live here. The facility is not like a nursing facility. It feels like a home. It is beautiful. And kept completely clean

Lawrence County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lawrence County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lawrence 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lawrence County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lawrence 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 Lawrence County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lawrence 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 Lawrence County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
48.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.4%
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Turners Rock Senior Living Community, Mission Ridge and The Waterford at Ironbridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lawrence County, Missouri. See full list of communities.
There are 36 independent living facilities near Lawrence County, Missouri. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lawrence County, 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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