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Senior Care in Salinas, California

Every licensed senior community in the Salinas, CA area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.

14
Communities evaluated
5
Cities covered
3
5-star rated
3.7
Avg CMS rating

Cost of senior care in Salinas

Local Salinas-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for Salinas prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.

Assisted Living
$7,240/mo median
typical range $5,790–$9,050
Memory Care
$6,750/mo median
typical range $5,400–$8,440
Skilled Nursing
$13,240/mo median
typical range $10,940–$16,450
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$7,240/mo median
typical range $3,110–$7,430
Residential Care Home
$6,520/mo median
typical range $5,220–$8,150

2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to Salinas using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Salinas.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

All 14 communities in Salinas, ranked

Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety.

Canterbury Woods in Pacific Grove
1

Pacific Grove, CA · 24 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Very limited availability

One of Pacific Grove's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Westland House in Monterey
2

Monterey, CA · 28 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

One of Monterey's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Windsor the Ridge Rehabilitation Center in Salinas
3

Salinas, CA · 103 beds

5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

One of Salinas's top-rated skilled nursing communities.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Oceanview Post Acute in Pacific Grove
4

Pacific Grove, CA · 51 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Pacific Grove.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Coastal Post Acute in Salinas
5

Salinas, CA · 80 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Salinas.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Cypress Ridge Care Center in Monterey
6

Monterey, CA · 99 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Monterey.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Pacific Coast Post Acute in Salinas
7

Salinas, CA · 149 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Salinas.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Forest Hill Manor Health Center in Pacific Grove
8

Pacific Grove, CA · 26 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Pacific Grove.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Eden Valley Care Center in Soledad
9

Soledad, CA · 59 beds

4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Soledad.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Katherine Healthcare in Salinas
10

Salinas, CA · 51 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Salinas.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Carmel Hills Care Center in Monterey
11

Monterey, CA · 99 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Monterey.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Monterey Post Acute in Monterey
12

Monterey, CA · 78 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Monterey.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Salinas Valley Post Acute in Salinas
13

Salinas, CA · 99 beds

3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingVery limited availability

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Salinas.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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George L Mee Memorial Hospital D/P SNF in King City
14

King City, CA · 48 beds

2.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingFills quickly

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in King City.

Est. $10,940$16,450/mo
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Frequently asked questions

How much does senior living cost in Salinas, CA?

In the Salinas, CA area, assisted living typically runs $5,790–$9,050/month (median $7,240), memory care $5,400–$8,440/month (median $6,750), and skilled nursing $10,940–$16,450/month (median $13,240) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.

How are the 14 communities on this page rated?

Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.

Is Haven really free for families?

Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.

What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?

Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.