Senior Apartments in Arizona

When people picture an ideal retirement scenario, Arizona is often what comes to mind. “The Grand Canyon State” has an abundance of warm, dry weather — which means anyone who suffers from seasonal allergies or asthma will find relief in Arizona’s desert climate — and its almost otherworldly natural landscapes provide countless opportunities for outdoor activities, exercise, and serenity. The trails throughout national parks like Saguaro and Petrified Forest capture the rugged mystique of the Southwest, and don’t worry, there’s no shortage of golf courses. Plus, considering the state doesn’t tax residents on social security income, it’s clear why so many Americans find peace of mind — and body — while retiring in Arizona.

Currently, Arizona has more than 25 home care agencies that provide home health aides for seniors who live alone at home. A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors can provide you with a list of home care services in Arizona to help you find one that fits your needs and budget.

The median monthly cost of home care in Arizona is about $4,800, according to Genworth.

Top cities in Arizona

Pima County Tucson Maricopa County Casa Grande Mesa Superior

Arizona Regulations for Senior Apartment Facilities

Each state regulates senior living care differently. Because home care providers offer similar services to assisted living, states may regulate home care within their guidelines for assisted living. You can use APFM’s guide to assisted living regulations to learn more about access to facility records in Arizona.

In Arizona, senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+, and include amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.

Cost of Living

Overall, the cost of living in Arizona is considered to be slightly more affordable than the national average. All index scores are based on a scale with the national average set at 100.

Price Indexes

Cost of Living: 98
Groceries: 97
Housing: 92
Utilities: 107
Transportation: 110

Demographics

About 18% of Arizona’s population are seniors. In the 2016 presidential election, Arizona leaned slightly conservative. However, many of its counties with larger cities, like the Tucson area, tend to be more progressive.

2016 Presidential Election

45% voted Democratic
49% voted Republican
6% voted third party or abstained

Population

Median age: 38
Over the age of 55: 30%
2018 population: 7,171,646
2020 population: 7,423,638
Estimated 2025 population: 8,093,039

Miscellaneous

34% regularly attend a religious service
38% consider themselves atheist, agnostic, or a non-believer
The state has a total of 4,673 congregations
There are 67 Masonic lodges in the state

Climate and Weather

Because of the changes in elevation across the state, Arizona has many different climate classifications. Most of Arizona gets less annual precipitation than the rest of the country and therefore is classified as having either an arid or semi-arid climate. In the southern regions of the state, where Phoenix is located, the climate classification is hot desert, which means very warm summers and mild winters. In the more mountainous northern regions of the state, however, cities like Flagstaff and Sedona have cooler climates.