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Nursing Homes in North Carolina
Compare 28 nursing homes and related senior living options across North Carolina — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.
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North Carolina at a glance
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communities
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cities covered
$8,350
median / month
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North Carolina cities & towns
$8,350
Median monthly cost
4.3
Average rating
Overview
Nursing Homes in North Carolina
Assisted living in North Carolina averages roughly $4,400 a month. Below you can compare the communities we list in North Carolina by city, review what each offers, and get free help from a senior living advisor at no cost to your family.
Costs
What nursing homes costs in North Carolina
North Carolina assisted living averages about $4,400 a month; actual pricing varies by city, community size, and level of care.
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
North Carolina Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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North Carolina senior living communities
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Nursing Homes by North Carolina city
Explore communities in North Carolina'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
North Carolina rules & paying for care
Assisted living facilities in North Carolina are licensed by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation (DHSR).
- North Carolina helps eligible low-income residents through State-County Special Assistance and Medicaid Personal Care Services (PCS) in licensed adult care homes; standard assisted living is otherwise private pay
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
North Carolina nursing homes FAQs
How much does assisted living cost in North Carolina?
North Carolina averages about $4,400 per month for assisted living, with memory care typically higher and independent living lower. Costs vary by city and care needs — call our advisors for current pricing.
Does North Carolina Medicaid help pay for assisted living?
Partly — North Carolina's State-County Special Assistance and Medicaid Personal Care Services can help eligible residents in licensed adult care homes.
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Other care types in North Carolina
Assisted Living in North CarolinaHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life
Memory Care in North CarolinaSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Independent Living in North CarolinaMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in North CarolinaA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
Residential Care in North CarolinaSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents
All North Carolina senior livingBrowse every community by city
Free help finding nursing homes in North Carolina
Our senior living advisors know North Carolina 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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