Senior Care Costs in Baltimore, MD (2025)
Baltimore offers more affordable senior care than the DC suburbs while still having access to world-class health systems like Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland Medical Center. Maryland as a whole is an expensive care state, and the Baltimore metro sits at the state median. The city proper offers lower-cost options while Baltimore County suburbs command higher prices.
2025 Senior Care Cost Ranges — Baltimore vs. Maryland Median
| Care Type | Metro Low | Metro Median | Metro High | Maryland Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $4,300 | $5,500 | $7,000 | $5,500 |
| Home Health Aide | $5,000 | $5,900 | $7,200 | $5,900 |
| Skilled Nursing (Semi) | $9,500 | $11,500 | $14,000 | $11,500 |
| Memory Care | $5,600 | $7,000 | $9,000 | — |
About the Data: All figures are median monthly costs sourced from the CareScout (formerly Genworth) 2025 Cost of Care Survey, the most widely cited source for senior care pricing in the U.S.
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What Drives Senior Care Costs in Baltimore?
- Proximity to DC healthcare market raises wages
- Johns Hopkins and UMMC attract skilled care staff
- Baltimore County suburbs more expensive than city
- Maryland's Certificate of Need limits facility supply