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The cost of independent living in Union County is about $7,057 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 62 options. Read 1003 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: 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: 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: Senior Apartments
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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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Cost of independent living in Union County, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Union County is $7,057 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Metuchen, NJ with an average of $6,399 per month.

Independent living costs in Union County, NJ, vs. nearby counties

Union County, NJ
$7,057/mo
$6,979/mo

Independent living costs in Union County, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Union County, NJ
$7,057/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Union County, NJ, vs. other senior living options

$7,731/mo
Independent Living
$7,057/mo

Independent living costs in Union County, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,350/mo
Studio
$7,489/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,218/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,707/mo

Senior living costs in Union 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: Union County, NJ
Column state: New Jersey
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUnion County, NJNew JerseyU.S.
Independent Living$7,057/mo$6,327/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$7,679/mo$7,287/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,731/mo$7,351/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Union County, NJ:$7,057/mo
New Jersey:$6,327/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Union County, NJ:$7,679/mo
New Jersey:$7,287/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Union County, NJ:$7,731/mo
New Jersey:$7,351/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Union County, NJ, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Union 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
Union County, NJ$5,556/mo$2,463/mo+125.6%
New Jersey$3,220/mo$3,245/mo-0.8%
National$3,004/mo$2,847/mo+5.5%
Union County, NJ
2024 average cost:$5,556/mo
2023 average cost:$2,463/mo
Percent change:+125.6%
New Jersey
2024 average cost:$3,220/mo
2023 average cost:$3,245/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,004/mo
2023 average cost:$2,847/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Union County

Recent reviews for independent living in Union County

Arbor Terrace Mountainside

5.0
The only helpful thing would be using Touchpoint to create the shopping list when supplies run out. I often get multiple calls a day when they run out of soap supplies. Really minor because of such great care and medical coordination. Very happy with the transparency and visibility, the ...
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The Residence at St. Peter’s in River Edge, NJ

4.5
We went with The Senior Residence at Se. Peter Apostle because they offered a comparable level of service for almost $2000 less a month. The facility is smaller with only 20 rooms, it is a former convent so you have to be ok with a small room versus some other places that had large rooms. They ...
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Sunrise of Lincroft

5.0
My mother has flourished at Sunrise of Lincroft. Her health and personal needs are provided for by a caring and kind staff and she can participate in a variety of activities that interest her and the other residents. The facility has a cozy home-like atmosphere. My mother is seen regularly by ...
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Union County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union 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 Union 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 Union County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union County, NJNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Union 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 Union County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union County, NJNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union 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 Union County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union County, NJNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
46.4%
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