How much does assisted living cost in Texas in 2026?

In 2026, the statewide median cost of assisted living in Texas is $4,350 per month ($52,200 per year). Memory care facilities average $5,400 per month.

Does Texas Medicaid pay for assisted living?

Yes, Texas's STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) program helps cover personal care and service costs in approved facilities for seniors with monthly incomes under $2,829.

What agency licenses senior care facilities in Texas?

Assisted living communities in Texas are licensed and inspected by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).

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Assisted Living Costs in Texas (2026 Guide & Calculator)

Direct 2026 Texas Pricing Takeaway

In 2026, the statewide median cost of assisted living in Texas is $4,350 per month ($52,200 annually). Memory care facilities average $5,400 per month. State Medicaid waivers through STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) offset clinical care fees for eligible seniors with monthly income under $2,829.

Texas City & Metro Area Cost Breakdown

Metro Area	Monthly Median	Annual Median	Licensed Facilities	City Directory
Dallas-Fort Worth	$4,450/mo	$53,400/yr	310 Communities	View City Guide →
Houston	$4,300/mo	$51,600/yr	295 Communities	View City Guide →
Austin	$4,850/mo	$58,200/yr	145 Communities	View City Guide →
San Antonio	$3,950/mo	$47,400/yr	170 Communities	View City Guide →

Official State Licensing Registry

Texas Licensed Assisted Living & Memory Care Directory

Primary state records licensed under Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) (Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 247). Instant client-side search and filtering across verified communities.

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Community & State License	Licensing Tier & Endorsement	Verified Base Quote	Entrance Fee & Date	Official Registry
The Tradition-Lovers Lane 5801 E Lovers Ln, Dallas • 182 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-030219	Type A Assisted Living, Memory Care Certified Alzheimer's Facility	$4,850/mo Private Assisted Suite	Fee: $2,500 Verified: 2026-08-14	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,000/mo Private Assisted Suite: $4,850/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $5,700/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $2,500 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $245/day Quoting Authority: Admissions Fee Schedule (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-14 • State License: HHSC-030219
Belmont Village Turtle Creek 3535 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas • 135 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-030114	Type B Assisted Living, Circle of Friends Memory Care Certified Alzheimer Unit Endorsement	$5,200/mo Uptown Private Studio	Fee: $3,500 Verified: 2026-07-26	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,250/mo Uptown Private Studio: $5,200/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,150/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $3,500 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $260/day Quoting Authority: Belmont Pricing Log (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-07-26 • State License: HHSC-030114
Ventana by Buckner 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas • 160 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-106540	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Support Comprehensive Evacuation Assistance Certified	$5,600/mo Luxury High-Rise Assisted Suite	Fee: $4,000 Verified: 2026-08-11	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,600/mo Luxury High-Rise Assisted Suite: $5,600/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,600/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $4,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $280/day Quoting Authority: Buckner Intake Agreement (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-11 • State License: HHSC-106540
The Village of Tanglewood 1600 Tanglewood Rd, Houston • 150 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-000842	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Care Full Evacuation Assistance Endorsement	$4,900/mo One-Bedroom Assisted Apartment	Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-07-29	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,000/mo One-Bedroom Assisted Apartment: $4,900/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $5,800/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $3,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $245/day Quoting Authority: Community Residency Agreement (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-07-29 • State License: HHSC-000842
Belmont Village West University 2929 W Holcombe Blvd, Houston • 142 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-030055	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Care Medical Center Proximity Care Unit	$5,100/mo Private Studio Apartment	Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-09	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,200/mo Private Studio Apartment: $5,100/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,000/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $3,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $255/day Quoting Authority: Facility Admissions Rate Table (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-09 • State License: HHSC-030055
The Abbey at Westminster Plaza 2855 Westminster Plaza Dr, Houston • 120 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-000912	Type A Assisted Living Standard HHSC Type A License	$4,250/mo Private Courtyard Suite	Fee: $2,000 Verified: 2026-07-17	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $3,500/mo Private Courtyard Suite: $4,250/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $5,000/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $2,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $215/day Quoting Authority: Abbey Rate Disclosure (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-07-17 • State License: HHSC-000912
Belmont Village West Lake Hills 4310 Bee Cave Rd, West Lake Hills • 140 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-010455	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Care Certified Dementia Unit	$5,350/mo Private Hill Country Suite	Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-08-04	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,400/mo Private Hill Country Suite: $5,350/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,300/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $3,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $270/day Quoting Authority: Rate Verification Card (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-04 • State License: HHSC-010455
The Village at The Triangle 4517 Triangle Ave, Austin • 158 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-104920	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Care Central Austin Urban Care Unit	$5,100/mo Urban One-Bedroom Suite	Fee: $3,000 Verified: 2026-07-25	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,200/mo Urban One-Bedroom Suite: $5,100/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,000/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $3,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $255/day Quoting Authority: Triangle Care Disclosure (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-07-25 • State License: HHSC-104920
Querencia at Barton Creek 2500 Barton Creek Blvd, Austin • 110 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-102840	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Support Continuing Care Accreditation	$5,800/mo Deluxe Barton Creek Studio	Fee: $4,500 Verified: 2026-08-14	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $4,750/mo Deluxe Barton Creek Studio: $5,800/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $6,850/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $4,500 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $290/day Quoting Authority: Querencia Pricing Registry (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-14 • State License: HHSC-102840
The Forum at Lincoln Heights 311 W Nottingham, San Antonio • 115 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-002140	Type A Assisted Living Standard Licensing	$4,150/mo Private Studio Suite	Fee: $2,000 Verified: 2026-07-20	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $3,400/mo Private Studio Suite: $4,150/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $4,900/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $2,000 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $210/day Quoting Authority: Admissions Intake Sheet (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-07-20 • State License: HHSC-002140
Franklin Park Alamo Heights 230 W Sunset Rd, San Antonio • 125 Licensed Beds License: HHSC-104310	Type B Assisted Living, Memory Care Alzheimer's Certified Facility	$4,450/mo Alamo Heights Deluxe Suite	Fee: $2,500 Verified: 2026-08-01	Verify License ↗
🛏️ Accommodation Tiers Semi-Private Companion Suite: $3,650/mo Alamo Heights Deluxe Suite: $4,450/mo Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment: $5,250/mo 🩺 Level of Care Surcharges Level 1: Minimal ADL (Bathing Reminders, Escorts): +$450/mo Level 2: Moderate Care (Dressing & Grooming Assist): +$950/mo Level 3: Comprehensive (2-Person Transfers, Incontinence): +$1,650/mo Dedicated Memory Care Surcharge (Secured Programming): +$1,450/mo 📋 Ancillary & Move-In Fees Medication Management: $450/mo Community Move-In Fee: $2,500 (1-time) Second Resident Fee: $1,250/mo Respite Day Rate: $225/day Quoting Authority: Franklin Park Fee Schedule (Dated & Verified for 2026) Verification Date: 2026-08-01 • State License: HHSC-104310

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Official State Inspection & Safety Oversight: Texas

All licensed assisted living and memory care facilities in Texas are monitored and inspected by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).

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Care Level in Texas:

Senior Monthly Income / Social Security ($):

Veteran or Surviving Spouse (VA Aid & Attendance up to $2,431/mo)

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$2,150 / mo

✓ Income under $2,829/mo: Eligible for STAR+PLUS Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

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