How many assisted living facilities are in Fairfax, Virginia?

Fairfax has 3 licensed assisted living facilities in Fairfax City County. Statewide, Virginia licenses 108 small residential care homes.

How much does a assisted living facility in Fairfax cost?

Across Virginia, 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 assisted living facilities in Fairfax?

Virginia Department of Social Services (DSS) licenses and inspects every assisted living facility in Fairfax. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.

What size are the care homes in Fairfax?

Homes in Fairfax are licensed for 8 to 8 residents, with a median of 8 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.

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Assisted Living Facilitys in Fairfax, Virginia

Fairfax has 3 licensed assisted living facilities, ranging from 8 to 8 beds. Every home here is verified against Virginia Department of Social Services (DSS) records for Fairfax City County.

Families in Virginia 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 assisted living facilities work.

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Common questions about care homes in Fairfax

How many assisted living facilities are in Fairfax, Virginia?: Fairfax has 3 licensed assisted living facilities in Fairfax City County. Statewide, Virginia licenses 108 small residential care homes.
How much does a assisted living facility in Fairfax cost?: Across Virginia, 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 assisted living facilities in Fairfax?: Virginia Department of Social Services (DSS) licenses and inspects every assisted living facility in Fairfax. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Fairfax?: Homes in Fairfax are licensed for 8 to 8 residents, with a median of 8 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.

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