Assisted Living Home (ALH) · Ketchikan Gateway County

Assisted Living Homes in Ketchikan, Alaska

Ketchikan has 4 licensed assisted living homes, ranging from 1 to 12 beds. Every home here is verified against Alaska Department of Health records for Ketchikan Gateway County.

Families in Alaska typically pay $5,500 to $8,500 per month for a shared room and $7,000 to $10,500 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how assisted living homes work.

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Common questions about care homes in Ketchikan

How many assisted living homes are in Ketchikan, Alaska?
Ketchikan has 4 licensed assisted living homes in Ketchikan Gateway County. Statewide, Alaska licenses 775 small residential care homes.
How much does a assisted living home in Ketchikan cost?
Across Alaska, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $5,500 to $8,500 per month and a private room $7,000 to $10,500, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses assisted living homes in Ketchikan?
Alaska Department of Health licenses and inspects every assisted living home in Ketchikan. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Ketchikan?
Homes in Ketchikan are licensed for 1 to 12 residents, with a median of 2 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.
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