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Senior Care in North Dakota
Explore licensed senior care options across 99 cities in North Dakota. Compare 484 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.
North Dakota Senior Care Cost Report
Median assisted living: $4,729/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.
Key Takeaways: Senior Care in North Dakota
Verified across 99 cities as of September 2026
CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey
Home health aide hourly rate
Private room annual baseline
North Dakota Senior Care Cost Benchmarks
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)
| Care Type | North Dakota Median | Annualized Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Facility | $4,729/mo | $56,748/yr |
| Memory Care (Estimated) | $5,911/mo | $70,935/yr |
| In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) | $34/hr | $77,792/yr (44 hrs/wk) |
| Homemaker Services | No data available | No data available |
| Nursing Home (Private Room) | $12,304/mo | $147,648/yr |
| Adult Day Health Care | $255/day | $63,750/yr (5 days/wk) |
North Dakota Medicaid & State Regulation
Check North Dakota Medicaid Eligibility →Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across North Dakota.
State Licensing Agency
Senior care facilities and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the North Dakota Department of Health.
Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the HCBS Waiver.
Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.
Cities in North Dakota
Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026
Fargo
91 licensed providers
Bismarck
61 licensed providers
Minot
32 licensed providers
Grand Forks
22 licensed providers
Dickinson
21 licensed providers
Jamestown
17 licensed providers
Mandan
16 licensed providers
West Fargo
13 licensed providers
Devils Lake
11 licensed providers
Williston
11 licensed providers
Valley City
9 licensed providers
Wahpeton
6 licensed providers
Rugby
5 licensed providers
Crosby
4 licensed providers
Garrison
4 licensed providers
Grafton
4 licensed providers
Hazen
4 licensed providers
Hettinger
4 licensed providers
Lisbon
4 licensed providers
New Town
4 licensed providers
Oakes
4 licensed providers
Beach
3 licensed providers
Belcourt
3 licensed providers
Bottineau
3 licensed providers
Cando
3 licensed providers
Carrington
3 licensed providers
Cavalier
3 licensed providers
Cooperstown
3 licensed providers
Elgin
3 licensed providers
Ellendale
3 licensed providers
Far9o
3 licensed providers
Fort Yates,
3 licensed providers
Hillsboro
3 licensed providers
Killdeer
3 licensed providers
Langdon
3 licensed providers
Mcville
3 licensed providers
Napoleon
3 licensed providers
New Rockford
3 licensed providers
Northwood
3 licensed providers
Park River
3 licensed providers
Rolla
3 licensed providers
Wishek
3 licensed providers
Aneta
2 licensed providers
Bowman
2 licensed providers
Dickinson South
2 licensed providers
Forman
2 licensed providers
Gackle
2 licensed providers
Glen Ullin
2 licensed providers
Hatton
2 licensed providers
Horace
2 licensed providers
Lakota
2 licensed providers
Lamoure
2 licensed providers
Larimore
2 licensed providers
Linton
2 licensed providers
Mayville
2 licensed providers
Osnabrock
2 licensed providers
Riverside
2 licensed providers
Stanley
2 licensed providers
Velva
2 licensed providers
Arthur
1 licensed provider
Ashley
1 licensed provider
Beulah
1 licensed provider
Carson
1 licensed provider
Casselton
1 licensed provider
Dickinson North
1 licensed provider
Dicklnson
1 licensed provider
Drayton
1 licensed provider
Dunseith
1 licensed provider
Edgeley
1 licensed provider
Edmore
1 licensed provider
Enderlin
1 licensed provider
Finely
1 licensed provider
Fort Totten
1 licensed provider
Gwinner
1 licensed provider
Hankinson
1 licensed provider
Harvey
1 licensed provider
Kenmare
1 licensed provider
Lidgerwood
1 licensed provider
Maddock
1 licensed provider
Manley
1 licensed provider
Mc Clusky
1 licensed provider
Mohall
1 licensed provider
Mott
1 licensed provider
Mountain
1 licensed provider
Pineville
1 licensed provider
Richardton
1 licensed provider
Rolette
1 licensed provider
Steele
1 licensed provider
Strasburg
1 licensed provider
Tioga
1 licensed provider
Towner
1 licensed provider
Turtle Lake
1 licensed provider
Underwood
1 licensed provider
Valtey Why
1 licensed provider
Walhalla
1 licensed provider
Watford Gity
1 licensed provider
Watford City
1 licensed provider
Westhope
1 licensed provider
Wilton
1 licensed provider
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed senior care facilities operate in North Dakota?
The families.care verified directory tracks 484 licensed senior care providers across 99 cities in North Dakota as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.
What is the cost of senior living in North Dakota?
The CareScout 2025 survey reports median assisted living in North Dakota is $4,729 per month. In-home care aides average $34 per hour, and nursing homes average $147,648 annually for private rooms.
Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in North Dakota?
Senior living facilities in North Dakota are regulated and inspected by the North Dakota Department of Health. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.
Can North Dakota Medicaid help pay for senior care?
Yes. In North Dakota, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors seeking home or community care, North Dakota provides Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the HCBS Waiver. These programs help cover personal care and supportive services.
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How we research and verify this information
Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.
Editorial review by John Richie, Senior Care Research Editor.
- 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 Aid and Attendance eligibilityPublisher: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Supports: General senior-care planning information. Last checked: 2026-08-15.