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Assisted Living in Murfreesboro by the Numbers
Murfreesboro Assisted Living Communities We Work With
Each of these Murfreesboro communities provide daily personal care and work with Patriot Angels to help veteran families with the Aid & Attendance claim.
What Assisted Living Costs in Murfreesboro
No separate Murfreesboro figure is published, so the best benchmark is the Tennessee median of $5,845 a month (CareScout 2025), $355 under the U.S. median of $6,200. For current rates and rules in one place, see the Aid & Attendance fact sheet. In Murfreesboro, as elsewhere, the care level written into the plan moves the price more than the apartment does.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee assisted living median | $5,845 | $2,000 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Tennessee in-home care | $5,911 | $2,066 |
Find Out What a Murfreesboro Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Murfreesboro veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. Veterans rated 100% service-connected may also qualify; see how 100% service-connected veterans can qualify.
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How Many Veterans Live in Murfreesboro
About 7,220 veterans live in Murfreesboro, and 2,759 of them are 65 or older. Across Rutherford County, there are 17,068 veterans, 6,519 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Murfreesboro Communities
Dementia down the road
3 of the 4 Murfreesboro partners also run memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Staffing at night
Ask Murfreesboro communities how many caregivers are on duty overnight and how fast they answer a call button.
Visiting distance
A Murfreesboro community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Read the contract
Ask a Murfreesboro community for its residency agreement early, including notice periods and what triggers a move-out.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Murfreesboro
Widen the search beyond Murfreesboro with these nearby Tennessee cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Murfreesboro Assisted Living Questions
Can a Murfreesboro veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro?
No Murfreesboro-only figure is published. The Tennessee median is $5,845 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Murfreesboro?
4 in Murfreesboro, plus 51 across Tennessee.
Which Murfreesboro communities also offer memory care?
3 of our 4 Murfreesboro partners do. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Can we apply after moving into a Murfreesboro community?
Yes. Many Murfreesboro families file after move-in, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
More Care Options in Murfreesboro
Memory care in Murfreesboro
Secure dementia care in Murfreesboro, offered by 3 of our partners here.
In-home care in Murfreesboro
Help at home in Murfreesboro; the state median is $5,911 a month.
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Murfreesboro? See Assisted Living in Tennessee or the national guide.
