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Cost of independent living in Belmar, NJ

The average cost of senior living in Belmar is $5,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elizabeth, NJ with an average of $3,654 per month.

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Belmar, NJ

$5,336/mo

New Jersey state

$4,332/mo

U.S. national average

$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$7,978/mo

Memory Care

$9,547/mo

Independent Living

$5,336/mo

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, by floor plan type

Semi-Private

$3,008/mo

Studio

$4,297/mo

1 Bedroom

$5,235/mo

2 Bedroom

$7,201/mo

Senior living costs in Belmar vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: Belmar, NJ

Column state: New Jersey

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Belmar, NJ	New Jersey	U.S.
Independent Living	$5,336/mo	$4,332/mo	$3,532/mo
Assisted Living	$7,978/mo	$7,822/mo	$5,909/mo
Memory Care	$9,547/mo	$9,554/mo	$7,121/mo

Independent Living

Belmar, NJ:$5,336/mo

New Jersey:$4,332/mo

U.S.:$3,532/mo

Assisted Living

Belmar, NJ:$7,978/mo

New Jersey:$7,822/mo

U.S.:$5,909/mo

Memory Care

Belmar, NJ:$9,547/mo

New Jersey:$9,554/mo

U.S.:$7,121/mo

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Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Belmar and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Belmar, NJNJ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Belmar, NJ

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Belmar have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column location: Location

Column cost2024: 2024 average cost

Column cost2023: 2023 average cost

Column percentChange: Percent change

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Belmar, NJ	$4,618/mo	$4,495/mo	+2.7%
New Jersey	$4,201/mo	$4,491/mo	-6.5%
National	$3,416/mo	$3,319/mo	+2.9%

Belmar, NJ

2024 average cost:$4,618/mo

2023 average cost:$4,495/mo

Percent change:+2.7%

New Jersey

2024 average cost:$4,201/mo

2023 average cost:$4,491/mo

Percent change:-6.5%

National

2024 average cost:$3,416/mo

2023 average cost:$3,319/mo

Percent change:+2.9%

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Belmar

Recent reviews for independent living in Belmar

Springpoint Living at Manalapan

5.0

5 across the board for Springpoint Living at Manalapan. My Mom loved it there. We will definitely have her stay there for respite again and would consider it for long term care. Based on the experience we have had so far with the community, we would absolutely recommend this community to other ...

Spring Oak of Toms River

4.8

Everyone is friendly and helpful. For the food, I do think that they could maybe have a few more choices for the residents to choose from each day. I would absolutely recommend Spring Oak of Toms River.

Mattison Crossing in Freehold, NJ

5.0

[name removed] and the Team have done a fantastic job caring for our dad with dementia. Another level of care like we had not previously seen. The staff truly shows care for the patient. The facility is resort-like. Highly recommended.

Belmar independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Belmar independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Belmar, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Belmar independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Belmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Belmar, NJNational

Nutritionist / dietician

24.9%

18.1%

Low / no sodium

37.5%

30.5%

No sugar

33.3%

27.4%

Vegetarian

32.9%

29.8%

Pureed meals

9.6%

9.9%

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Availability of select dining options in Belmar independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Belmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Belmar, NJNational

Professional chef

34.3%

32.2%

Restaurant style dining

40.5%

38.3%

Room service

31%

32.7%

Anytime dining

15.2%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Belmar independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Belmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Belmar, NJNational

Activity director

38.3%

39.8%

Pet-focused programs

28.9%

25.1%

Community service programs

31.4%

29.2%

Devotional activities on-site

43.9%

41.6%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

40.7%

43.3%

Outings / off-site activities

50.6%

47.4%

Piano or organ

37.7%

37.8%

Arts and crafts center

36.6%

34.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

39.1%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

42.1%

41.6%

Live performances

39.2%

41.3%

Dances

29.6%

29.4%

Fitness center

33.9%

35.2%

Fitness classes

41.5%

40.9%

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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Belmar, NJ

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Cost of independent living in Belmar, NJ

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, vs. state and national averages

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, vs. other senior living options

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in Belmar vs. state and national costs

Independent living costs in Belmar, NJ, over time

Independent living cost trends in Belmar, NJ

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What families are saying about independent living in Belmar

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Belmar independent living services and amenities

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Availability of select dining options in Belmar independent living

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