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Residential Care in Arkansas

Compare 311 residential care and related senior living options across Arkansas — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.

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Arkansas at a glance
311
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$4,000
median / month
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avg rating
311
Residential Care communities
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$4,000
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Overview

Residential Care 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 residential care costs in Arkansas

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

Arkansas median$4,000/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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Arkansas senior living communities

We're showing senior living communities across Arkansas that may offer residential care or related care — call to confirm the specific services your family needs.

Page 3 of 7 — 311 communities in Arkansas.

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Residential Care by Arkansas city

Explore communities in Arkansas's cities and towns.

Little Rock21 Hot Springs13 Rogers10 Springdale9 Fayetteville9 Conway8 Fort Smith7 Jonesboro7 Benton6 El Dorado5 North Little Rock5 Russellville5

What residential care offers

Residential Care provides small, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents.

  • 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
How to pay for senior care
Questions

Arkansas residential care 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.
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Other care types in Arkansas

Assisted Living in ArkansasHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life Memory Care in ArkansasSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff Nursing Homes in Arkansas24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs Independent Living in ArkansasMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors CCRCs in ArkansasA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus All Arkansas senior livingBrowse every community by city

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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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