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Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Compare 172 nursing homes communities across Arkansas — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.

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Arkansas at a glance
172
Nursing Homes communities
12+
cities covered
$6,600
median / month
4.0★
avg rating
172
Nursing Homes communities
12+
Arkansas cities & towns
$6,600
Median monthly cost
4.0
Average rating
Overview

Nursing Homes in Arkansas

Assisted living in Arkansas averages about $4,637 a month, which is below the national average. Rates tend to be lower in smaller towns and higher around Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville.

Compare Arkansas communities by city below, review services and amenities, and connect with a local advisor for free guidance on finding the right fit.

Costs

What nursing homes costs in Arkansas

Arkansas assisted living averages about $4,637 per month (roughly $55,644 a year), below the national median.

Arkansas median$6,600/mo
U.S. assisted living median$6,200/mo

What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.

Ways families pay

Private pay Arkansas Medicaid VA Aid & Attendance Long-term care insurance
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Nursing Homes communities in Arkansas

Browse communities in our Arkansas directory — call for current pricing and availability.

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By city

Nursing Homes by Arkansas city

Explore communities in Arkansas's cities and towns.

What nursing homes offers

Nursing Homes provides 24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs.

  • Help with daily activities & medication management
  • Meals, housekeeping & laundry
  • Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
  • Activities, wellness & social connection
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Arkansas rules & paying for care

Assisted living facilities in Arkansas are licensed by the Arkansas Department of Human Services, Office of Long-Term Care (OLTC).

  • Arkansas offers the Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver, which covers 24-hour personal care, medication oversight, nursing evaluations, and activities in a licensed Level II assisted living facility; residents pay room and board privately
  • Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
  • Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
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Questions

Arkansas nursing homes FAQs

How much does assisted living cost in Arkansas?
The statewide average is about $4,637 per month. Memory care typically runs higher (around $5,500), while independent living is lower. Northwest Arkansas (Fayetteville, Bentonville) tends to be pricier than rural areas.
Does Arkansas Medicaid pay for assisted living?
Yes — the Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver covers personal care and support services in a licensed Level II facility for those who medically and financially qualify. Room and board is paid privately.

Free help finding nursing homes in Arkansas

Our senior living advisors know Arkansas communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.

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