Adult Foster Home · Marion County

Adult Foster Homes in Salem, Oregon

Salem has 119 licensed adult foster homes, ranging from 1 to 30 beds. 8 of them are licensed for memory care. Every home here is verified against Oregon Department of Human Services records for Marion County.

Families in Oregon typically pay $4,000 to $6,500 per month for a shared room and $5,200 to $8,000 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how adult foster homes work.

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Common questions about care homes in Salem

How many adult foster homes are in Salem, Oregon?
Salem has 119 licensed adult foster homes in Marion County. Statewide, Oregon licenses 1,669 small residential care homes.
How much does a adult foster home in Salem cost?
Across Oregon, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $4,000 to $6,500 per month and a private room $5,200 to $8,000, 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 adult foster homes in Salem?
Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities licenses and inspects every adult foster home in Salem. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
Do any care homes in Salem offer memory care?
Yes. 8 of the 119 licensed homes in Salem are licensed for memory care. Use the care level filter above to see them.
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