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The cost of independent living in Mill Creek is about $4,788 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 59 options. Read 1244 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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 Mill Creek, WA

The average cost of senior living in Mill Creek is $4,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Stevens, WA with an average of $4,331 per month.

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, WA, vs. nearby cities

Mill Creek, WA
$4,788/mo
$4,763/mo

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, WA, vs. state and national averages

Mill Creek, WA
$4,788/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,681/mo
Independent Living
$4,788/mo

Independent living costs in Mill Creek, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,085/mo
Studio
$4,572/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,347/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,081/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,822/mo

Senior living costs in Mill Creek 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: Mill Creek, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMill Creek, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,788/mo$4,148/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$5,561/mo$5,292/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,681/mo$5,141/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Mill Creek, WA:$4,788/mo
Washington:$4,148/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Mill Creek, WA:$5,561/mo
Washington:$5,292/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Mill Creek, WA:$5,681/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Mill Creek, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mill Creek 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Mill Creek, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mill Creek 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
Mill Creek, WA$4,282/mo$4,000/mo+7.1%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Mill Creek, WA
2024 average cost:$4,282/mo
2023 average cost:$4,000/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mill Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Mill Creek

Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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South Pointe Assisted Living in Everett, WA

5.0
My mom was here for several years and really enjoyed the other residents and the staff. It's a really small community, the smallest I've ever seen, and it's all on one level so it was easy for her to get around with her walker. Great for someone looking for a warm, family-like environment.

Regency Newcastle

5.0
Finding Regency Newcastle was a dream come true for my very independent grandmother. The staff and facilities are absolutely wonderful - you can tell how much they care for their residents. My grandmother calls me everyday beaming about all of the activities and how she finally feels "at home". ...
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Mill Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mill Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mill Creek, 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 Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mill Creek, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.9%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mill Creek, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
54.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mill Creek, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.8%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
45.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.1%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.8%
46.4%
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Vintage at Mill Creek, Cogir of Mill Creek and North Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mill Creek, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Mill Creek, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mill Creek, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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