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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Osage County, MO

The average cost of senior living in Osage County is $3,229 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gasconade, MO with an average of $2,582 per month.

Independent living costs in Osage County, MO, vs. nearby counties

Osage County, MO
$3,229/mo
$3,243/mo

Independent living costs in Osage County, MO, vs. state and national averages

Osage County, MO
$3,229/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Osage County, MO, vs. other senior living options

$4,805/mo
Independent Living
$3,229/mo

Independent living costs in Osage County, MO, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,727/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,158/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,480/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,605/mo

Senior living costs in Osage County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Osage County, MO
Column state: Missouri
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOsage County, MOMissouriU.S.
Independent Living$3,229/mo$3,211/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,673/mo$3,790/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,805/mo$5,262/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Osage County, MO:$3,229/mo
Missouri:$3,211/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Osage County, MO:$3,673/mo
Missouri:$3,790/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Osage County, MO:$4,805/mo
Missouri:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Osage County, MO, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Osage County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Osage County, MOMO stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Osage County, MO

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Osage County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Osage County, MO$2,451/mo$2,664/mo-8.0%
Missouri$3,016/mo$2,806/mo+7.5%
National$3,169/mo$3,031/mo+4.6%
Osage County, MO
2024 average cost:$2,451/mo
2023 average cost:$2,664/mo
Percent change:-8.0%
Missouri
2024 average cost:$3,016/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,169/mo
2023 average cost:$3,031/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Osage County

Recent reviews for independent living in Osage County

The Westbury Senior Living in Columbia, MO

4.8
I chose The Westbury because it was brand new in November when I moved in, I have a one bedroom apartment that was bigger than other facilities I checked into, and I just really liked the staff members. The staff is really excellent, I lived in a different facility before so I have something to ...
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The Homestead at Hickory View Retirement Community in Washington, MO

3.8
The experience for my mother has been very good. They are overpriced compared to others in a 50 mile radius. But my mother wanted to stay in that town. They are friendly and always helpful. The facility is very clean and well-kept.

Ashbury Heights of Jefferson City

5.0
We had to place my mom in an assisted living that was able to care for Alzheimer's, Ashbury Heights was a perfect fit, one because it is a very small facility and they are like family. The first week was very hard on us kids and on our mom and they were so patient and understanding and would ...
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Osage County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Osage County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Osage County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Osage County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Osage County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Osage County, MONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Osage County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Osage County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Osage County, MONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
19.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Osage County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Osage County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Osage County, MONational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
47%
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