10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hays County, TX

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The cost of independent living in Hays County is about $4,461 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 245 options. Read 6806 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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Cost of independent living in Hays County, TX

The average cost of senior living in Hays County is $4,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wimberley, TX with an average of $4,388 per month.

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. nearby counties

Hays County, TX

$4,461/mo

Woodcreek, TX

$4,960/mo

Wimberley, TX

$4,388/mo

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. state and national averages

Hays County, TX

$4,461/mo

Texas state

$4,327/mo

U.S. national average

$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$4,929/mo

Memory Care

$5,307/mo

Independent Living

$4,461/mo

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private

$2,430/mo

Studio

$3,405/mo

1 Bedroom

$4,045/mo

2 Bedroom

$5,343/mo

Detached Cottage/Bungalow

$5,313/mo

Senior living costs in Hays 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: Hays County, TX

Column state: Texas

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Hays County, TX	Texas	U.S.
Independent Living	$4,461/mo	$4,327/mo	$4,211/mo
Assisted Living	$4,929/mo	$4,844/mo	$4,752/mo
Memory Care	$5,307/mo	$5,020/mo	$5,014/mo

Independent Living

Hays County, TX:$4,461/mo

Texas:$4,327/mo

U.S.:$4,211/mo

Assisted Living

Hays County, TX:$4,929/mo

Texas:$4,844/mo

U.S.:$4,752/mo

Memory Care

Hays County, TX:$5,307/mo

Texas:$5,020/mo

U.S.:$5,014/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Hays County

Recent reviews for independent living in Hays County

The William in San Antonio, TX

4.5

[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the ...

Arbor House of Marble Falls

4.8

It's great - my family member loves it there. They've been very nice and treat her respectfully. She likes the people that she's met. We love the apartment - it's perfect for her. Really the only issue is her water pressure, which she's having a hard time getting them to fix.

Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Antonio, TX

5.0

Visited several senior communities about 2 years ago with a "Senior" friend (88 YO). When we visited Adante, we both were quite impressed and loved it immediately. The price for a one bedroom apartement was the least expensive of all we visited. Our friend decided to go into Adante ...

Hays County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hays County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hays 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 Hays 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 Hays County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Hays County, TXNational

Nutritionist / dietician

25.7%

20.6%

Low / no sodium

53.1%

34.8%

No sugar

50.4%

31.2%

Vegetarian

43.8%

33.9%

Pureed meals

23.9%

10.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Hays 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 Hays County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Hays County, TXNational

Professional chef

51.3%

36.9%

Restaurant style dining

55.8%

43.8%

Room service

56.6%

37.3%

Anytime dining

25.7%

17.3%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Hays 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 Hays County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Hays County, TXNational

Activity director

62.4%

45.6%

Pet-focused programs

47.3%

28.5%

Community service programs

48.2%

33.4%

Devotional activities on-site

61.9%

47.8%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

72.6%

49.2%

Outings / off-site activities

68.6%

54.3%

Piano or organ

59.3%

43.4%

Arts and crafts center

56.2%

38.6%

Educational speakers / life long learning

57.5%

42.2%

Clubs / games / karaoke

68.6%

47.5%

Live performances

66.8%

47.2%

Dances

50%

33.3%

Fitness center

50.9%

39.8%

Fitness classes

69%

46.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living, Ledgestone Senior Living and Sage Plum Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hays County, Texas. See full list of communities.

There are 245 independent living facilities near Hays County, Texas. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hays County, Texas are The Waterford at Thousand Oaks, The Gardens of Buda Assisted Living and Village on the Park Onion Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hays County, TX

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Cost of independent living in Hays County, TX

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Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. state and national averages

Independent living costs in Hays County, TX, vs. other senior living options

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Senior living costs in Hays County vs. state and national costs

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