5 facilities with pricing in the middle of the pack for LA County. Safety scores trail most neighboring cities, so look closely at individual facilities.
A mix of large communities and smaller homes. Monterey has 5 licensed facilities. 4 are larger communities with 50+ beds, which typically offer more structured programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing. The remaining 1 fall in between.
Expect to pay around $5,320/mo. That's right around the county average of $5,311/mo. Prices range from $4,395 up to $5,983 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. 4 of 5 facilities publish pricing, which is better transparency than most areas.
Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in Monterey is 6.7 out of 9.9. That's below the county average of 8.3, so take extra time reviewing individual facility scores before visiting. Some places here have rougher inspection histories than others. Our scores come from real California state inspection data, not self-reported reviews.
A few things that might narrow your search. None of the facilities here currently accept Medi-Cal, so you'll need to look at neighboring cities if that's a factor. If you need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia, know that only 1 facility here offers it.
It's about average for LA County. Expect to pay around $5,320/mo, though prices vary widely depending on the facility size, room type, and how much care is needed.
Carmelo Park currently has the highest safety score in Monterey at 8.2 out of 9.9. These scores are based on real state inspection data, not online reviews. We'd recommend checking individual scores for any facility you're considering, since they can vary a lot even within the same city.
Among our top-rated facilities, Merrill Gardens at Monterey starts at $4,395/mo, and it has a safety score of 8.0. Across all 5 facilities in the area, published prices range from $4,395 to $5,983/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.
Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in Monterey currently participate in the ALW program. That can change, so it's worth calling facilities directly. You might also look at neighboring cities where Medi-Cal acceptance is more common.
Yes, 1 facility in Monterey offers specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Carmelo Park. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.
