Nursing Home in Houston, TX
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Find nursing home providers in Houston, TX. Compare published listings, available reviews, quality signals, costs, photos, and contact details.
Cost of senior care in Houston, TX
Assisted living in Houston, TX has a median cost of $5,666 per month — about 9% below the national median. Non-medical in-home care runs about $30 per hour (TX median, CareScout 2025), or roughly $4,800 per month for full-time help. 16 care providers serve the area, and many accept Medicaid to help families cover the cost.
| Care type | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-medical in-home care | $30/hour | ~$4,800/mo full-time |
| Assisted living | $5,666/month | private one-bedroom |
| Nursing home | $7,604/month | ~$91,250/yr, private room |
Source: CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025).
Compare local prices on the senior care costs page for Houston, TX.
Reviewing Houston nursing facilities
Match the search to the resident's medical, nursing, and rehabilitation needs. The listing count on this page is a directory total. Ask whether the facility can accept the resident now, which clinicians are available, and how therapy and discharge planning work.
CareScout (2025) reports a Texas private-room nursing-home median around $7,604 per month. That is a statewide benchmark, not a Houston facility quote. See the Houston cost page, then ask the facility to separate Medicare-covered skilled days from longer-term private-pay costs.
- Read recent inspection and complaint findings, including each facility's response.
- Ask how registered-nurse coverage and on-call medical support work overnight.
- Confirm rehabilitation frequency and who owns discharge planning.
- Obtain a written private-pay estimate and ask which items are billed separately.
Official checks
Texas HHSC licenses nursing facilities. Medicare Care Compare is a separate federal view for participating homes. Review both, because they answer different questions. Texas HHSC Long-term Care Provider Search and Medicare Care Compare.
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Cost and funding starting points in Houston, TX
Before choosing nursing home, compare private-pay rates with public programs that may reduce out-of-pocket costs. Confirm eligibility and covered services directly with the program or provider.
- Nursing Home cost benchmark: The TX median for a private nursing-home room is $91,250/year (CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2025). Final rates depend on care level, room size, and individual care needs.
- Medicaid long-term care: Families in Texas may encounter STAR+PLUS Waiver. Confirm the current program name, eligibility rules, and covered services with the state Medicaid agency.
- VA and long-term care insurance: Veterans benefits and private long-term care insurance can help with care costs when policy or service rules are met.
- Provider quote check: Ask each provider what is included in the quoted rate, which services are extra, and whether Medicaid or veterans benefits are accepted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing home providers are in Houston, TX?
families.care currently has 16 published nursing home listings in Houston, TX, with profile links, care categories, and available contact details to compare.
How do I choose a nursing home provider in Houston, TX?
Start by matching the level of care, budget, location, and family preferences. Then compare published profile details, credentials and government ratings where available, reviews where present, and contact options on families.care. Confirm important details directly with each provider.
What payment options should families ask about for nursing home in Houston, TX?
Ask about private monthly rates, Medicaid long-term care coverage such as STAR+PLUS Waiver, VA benefits, long-term care insurance, deposits, and which services are billed separately. Confirm current Medicaid program details with the state agency.
How much does assisted living cost in Houston, TX?
Assisted living in Houston, TX has a median cost of $5,666 per month, about 9% below the national median of $6,200 (CareScout 2025). Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.
How much does in-home care cost in Houston, TX?
Non-medical in-home care in Houston, TX runs about $30 per hour (TX median, CareScout 2025). Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $4,800 per month.
Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in TX?
Yes. TX's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.
How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources.
- Cost of Care Survey (2025)Publisher: CareScout. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Skilled nursing facility coveragePublisher: Medicare.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.
- Medicaid coverage and eligibilityPublisher: Medicaid.gov. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- Long-term-care guidance for familiesPublisher: National Institute on Aging. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-07-10.
- VA pension rates (Aid & Attendance)Publisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information.. Last checked: 2026-08-15.