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Assisted Living in San Pedro

9 facilities with pricing in the middle of the pack for LA County. Safety scores are about average for the area.

Where we'd start looking

What to know about assisted living in San Pedro

Mostly smaller, home-like settings. San Pedro has 9 licensed assisted living facilities. The majority (7) are residential care homes with 6 beds or fewer, so if you're looking for something intimate where your parent isn't one of dozens of residents, you'll have options. There are also 2 larger communities with 50+ beds if you prefer structured activities, on-site dining, and more staff on hand.

Expect to pay around $5,662/mo. That's right around the county average of $5,290/mo. Prices range from $4,525 up to $6,069 depending on the facility, room type, and level of care. Only 4 of 9 facilities publish their pricing, so expect to make some calls.

Look at the safety scores before you visit. The average score in San Pedro is 8.1 out of 10. That's about average for LA County. Some facilities here have excellent records and others don't, so check individual scores before you visit. 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 3 facilities here offer it.

Common questions

How do I find assisted living placement in San Pedro?

Start by comparing facilities on what actually matters: safety record, pricing, care types, and size. We list all 9 licensed assisted living facilities in San Pedro with their FYI Safety Scores, drawn from California state inspection data, plus any verified pricing, so you can narrow the list before you ever pick up the phone. Many placement services are paid referral agents who only show you facilities that pay them. Here you can compare every licensed option directly.

How much does assisted living cost in San Pedro?

It's about average for California. Expect to pay around $5,662/mo, though prices vary widely depending on facility size, room type, and how much care is needed.

Are assisted living facilities in San Pedro safe?

Safety varies a lot by facility. Of the 8 facilities in San Pedro with a FYI Safety Score, 6 land in the Good or Excellent range and 1 fall into the Poor or Severe range. Across the 9 facilities with an inspection record, 78% have zero substantiated complaints. These scores come from California state inspection data, not online reviews, so they reflect what regulators actually documented.

Which facilities in San Pedro have the best safety records?

Harbor Terrace Retirement Center of San Pedro, Llc currently has the highest safety score in San Pedro at 8.8 out of 10. 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.

What's the most affordable option in San Pedro?

Among our top-rated facilities, Harbor Terrace Retirement Center of San Pedro, Llc starts at $4,525/mo, and it has a safety score of 8.8. Across all 9 facilities in the area, published prices range from $4,525 to $6,069/mo. Keep in mind that the actual cost depends on the level of care needed.

Can Medi-Cal help pay for assisted living in San Pedro?

Unfortunately, none of the facilities we track in San Pedro 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.

Are there memory care options in San Pedro?

Yes, 3 facilities in San Pedro offer specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Among the top-rated: Ocean Breeze Care Home, Llc and Ocean Vista Residential Care. Memory care units typically have additional security measures and staff trained in dementia care, so expect higher pricing than standard assisted living.