Chandler
Local planning range (2026)
$4,200 – $5,900/month
Full Chandler guide →2026 Data
Updated September 2026
East Valley assisted living cost report
How much should you budget for assisted living? Compare East Valley planning ranges below, then ask communities for written quotes based on the care needed. Advertised starting prices and survey medians measure different things; we explain the sources so you can understand what each figure includes.
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2026 planning ranges at a glance
Our placement service maintains these local estimates to help you start a budget. They are not a census of providers or guaranteed prices. Your quote will depend on the apartment, care assessment, recurring extras, and move-in terms.
Gilbert
Local planning range (2026)
$4,300 – $6,000/month
Full Gilbert guide →Mesa
Local planning range (2026)
$3,900 – $5,600/month
Full Mesa guide →Phoenix
Local planning range (2026)
$3,800 – $6,000/month
Full Phoenix guide →Queen Creek
Local planning range (2026)
$4,300 – $6,000/month
Full Queen Creek guide →Scottsdale
Local planning range (2026)
$4,800 – $7,000/month
Full Scottsdale guide →Tempe
Local planning range (2026)
$4,000 – $5,700/month
Full Tempe guide →| City | Local planning range (2026) | Full guide |
|---|---|---|
| Chandler | $4,200 – $5,900/month | Chandler guide → |
| Gilbert | $4,300 – $6,000/month | Gilbert guide → |
| Mesa | $3,900 – $5,600/month | Mesa guide → |
| Phoenix | $3,800 – $6,000/month | Phoenix guide → |
| Queen Creek | $4,300 – $6,000/month | Queen Creek guide → |
| Scottsdale | $4,800 – $7,000/month | Scottsdale guide → |
| Tempe | $4,000 – $5,700/month | Tempe guide → |
Where the numbers come from
Areas covered: the report covers Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, Queen Creek, and Phoenix. Statewide and national survey figures are clearly labeled and should not be read as a city quote.
Published starting rates: a listing site figure may summarize starting prices from the providers it tracks. It may omit assessed care, apartment upgrades, medication services, community fees, or other charges. Check how the source gathered its prices; listing sites do not all measure the same thing.
Survey medians: Genworth and CareScout's 2024 Arizona release reports an Arizona assisted living median of $6,371 per month. It is a statewide median for the survey period, not a Phoenix-area quote and not a promise that all fees are included for a particular resident.
Local planning ranges: the ranges in the summary are estimates maintained by this local placement service. They are not based on a randomly selected survey and do not cover every licensed provider. Rates and openings change. Before committing, get a dated, written quote for the care the resident needs.
Time period: this page was substantively reviewed on September 18, 2026. Each source may describe a different collection or publication period; the year in a table is not evidence that a provider's current quote is unchanged.
Chandler
Full Chandler guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,786/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Chandler listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$4,200 – $5,900/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Chandler communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,786/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Chandler listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $4,200 – $5,900/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Chandler communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Gilbert
Full Gilbert guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,825/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Gilbert listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$4,300 – $6,000/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Gilbert communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,825/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Gilbert listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $4,300 – $6,000/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Gilbert communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,892/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Mesa listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$3,900 – $5,600/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Mesa communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,892/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Mesa listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $3,900 – $5,600/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Mesa communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Phoenix
Full Phoenix guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,845/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Phoenix listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$3,800 – $6,000/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Phoenix communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,845/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Phoenix listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $3,800 – $6,000/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Phoenix communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Queen Creek
Full Queen Creek guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,576/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Queen Creek listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$4,300 – $6,000/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Queen Creek communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,576/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Queen Creek listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $4,300 – $6,000/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Queen Creek communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Scottsdale
Full Scottsdale guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,945/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Scottsdale listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$4,800 – $7,000/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Scottsdale communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,945/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Scottsdale listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $4,800 – $7,000/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Scottsdale communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
Tempe
Full Tempe guide →Source
A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026)
Published figure
$3,804/mo
What it measures
Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Tempe listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees.
Source
Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median)
Published figure
$6,371/mo
What it measures
Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote.
Source
Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026)
Published figure
$4,000 – $5,700/mo
What it measures
Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Tempe communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote.
| Source | Figure | What it measures |
|---|---|---|
| A Place for Mom listing average (advertised base rent, 2026) | $3,804/mo | Average advertised starting rate on A Place for Mom's Tempe listings (2026 pricing data). Excludes resident-specific care fees and one-time fees. |
| Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024 Arizona median) | $6,371/mo | Arizona's statewide all-in assisted living median from the Genworth/CareScout 2024 survey; it is not a city-specific quote. |
| Our local advisor estimate (all-in, 2026) | $4,000 – $5,700/mo | Observed all-in monthly range including a typical care level at Tempe communities; obtain a resident-specific written quote. |
What these figures cannot tell you
These tables cannot tell you whether a room is available, which care setting is appropriate, what help someone needs, or what the final price will be. A lower starting price can produce a higher total after care and add-ons, while an inclusive quote can appear higher at first.
The local planning ranges are not independently audited and should not be used for a legal, tax, benefits, or investment decision. ALTCS, VA, Medicare, and insurance eligibility are determined under their own rules. See the Arizona payment guide for official program links and when to seek professional advice.
How to use these numbers
- Build a budget from an itemized written quote, not an advertised rate or planning range. Ask every community to include the base rent, assessed care, recurring add-ons, and one-time fees.
- Ask what triggers a rate increase and request each care level or service charge in writing. Do not rely on an industry rule of thumb.
- Confirm the facility's exact licensed entity and authorized service level in AZ Care Check.
- If funds are limited, read our guides to ALTCS and paying for assisted living in Arizona.
Primary sources and further reading
- Genworth/CareScout 2024 Arizona Cost of Care results — statewide survey result and publication context.
- CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey results — national medians and survey release.
- Medicare: long-term care — official explanation of services Medicare does not cover.
- AHCCCS: Arizona Long Term Care System — official eligibility and application information.
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