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Jacksonville Assisted Living at a Glance
Patriot Angels Assisted Living Partners in Jacksonville
All 9 communities below are a Patriot Angels partner in Jacksonville, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
What Assisted Living Costs in Jacksonville
Assisted living in Jacksonville averages $5,840 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $230 above the Florida median of $5,610 (CareScout 2025). Ask each Jacksonville community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville assisted living average | $5,840 | $1,995 |
| Florida assisted living median | $5,610 | $1,765 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Florida in-home care | $6,101 | $2,256 |
Check Aid & Attendance Eligibility in Jacksonville
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Jacksonville veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month.
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How Many Veterans Live in Jacksonville
About 77,012 veterans live in Jacksonville, and 26,976 of them are 65 or older. Across Duval County, there are 80,475 veterans, 28,994 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Jacksonville Communities
Dementia down the road
7 of the 9 Jacksonville partners also run memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Room to start independent
5 Jacksonville partners also offer independent living, useful for a couple with different care needs.
Care-level pricing
Ask how a Jacksonville community decides care levels and how much the bill rises with each step.
Visiting distance
A Jacksonville community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Jacksonville
Other Florida assisted living pages within driving distance of Jacksonville.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
Families in Jacksonville and across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google (465 reviews). BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews
Jacksonville Assisted Living Questions
Can a Jacksonville veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Jacksonville who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Jacksonville?
About $5,840 a month on average for the Jacksonville area, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters.
How many assisted living partners are in Jacksonville?
9 in Jacksonville, plus 209 across Florida.
Which Jacksonville communities also offer memory care?
7 of our 9 Jacksonville partners do. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Does a Jacksonville community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Jacksonville community.
More Care Options in Jacksonville
Independent living in Jacksonville
For Jacksonville veterans who don’t need daily care yet. 5 of these partners offer it too.
Memory care in Jacksonville
Secure dementia care in Jacksonville, offered by 7 of our partners here.
In-home care in Jacksonville
Help at home in Jacksonville; the state median is $6,101 a month.
Related Patriot Angels guides
GuideAssisted Living Benefit for Veterans & Surviving SpousesRead guide →
Guide11 Signs It’s Time for Assisted LivingComing soon
GuideDo Assisted-Living Fees Count as Medical Expenses for VA Aid & Attendance?Coming soonLooking beyond Jacksonville? See Assisted Living in Florida or the national guide.