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The cost of independent living in Bowler is about $3,972 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 208 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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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 Bowler, MT

The average cost of senior living in Bowler is $3,972 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Lodge, MT with an average of $2,979 per month.

Independent living costs in Bowler, MT, vs. nearby cities

Bowler, MT
$3,972/mo
$4,047/mo
$4,047/mo

Independent living costs in Bowler, MT, vs. state and national averages

Bowler, MT
$3,972/mo
$3,696/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Bowler, MT, vs. other senior living options

$4,614/mo
Independent Living
$3,972/mo

Independent living costs in Bowler, MT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,070/mo
Studio
$4,431/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,107/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,900/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,982/mo

Senior living costs in Bowler 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: Bowler, MT
Column state: Montana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBowler, MTMontanaU.S.
Independent Living$3,972/mo$3,696/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,455/mo$4,121/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,614/mo$4,266/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Bowler, MT:$3,972/mo
Montana:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Bowler, MT:$4,455/mo
Montana:$4,121/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Bowler, MT:$4,614/mo
Montana:$4,266/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Bowler, MT, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bowler 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
Bowler, MT$2,833/mo$2,916/mo-2.8%
Montana$2,830/mo$3,082/mo-8.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bowler, MT
2024 average cost:$2,833/mo
2023 average cost:$2,916/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
Montana
2024 average cost:$2,830/mo
2023 average cost:$3,082/mo
Percent change:-8.2%
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 Bowler

Recent reviews for independent living in Bowler

Billings Highgate Senior Living

5.0
Highgate Senior Living has exceeded my expectations. I love that the residents have their pets with them! I love the abundance of activities offered for entertainment! The dining hours works for everyone's individual wants and needs. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Well done!

Edgewood Vista-Billings

5.0
They have done extremely well helping to get my sister in there and helping her to get oriented. There are a couple of things where they could improve. For one, there are a couple of family members which I had it in writing would not be allowed to visit her until after she had been there ...
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MorningStar of Billings

4.6
This was a major move for me but staff has been very helpful and other residents are friendly and welcoming. The estate is beautiful, grounds maintained to perfection. Lots of lovely walking areas. Various helpers I have hired tell me this is their favorite senior living place to work

Bowler independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bowler independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bowler, 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 Bowler 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 Bowler partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bowler, MTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bowler 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 Bowler communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bowler, MTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bowler 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 Bowler offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bowler, MTNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Aspen View Senior Living, Westpark Village and MorningStar of Billings are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bowler, Montana. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Bowler, Montana. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bowler, Montana is Holiday Aspen View Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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