How many adult family homes are in Mercer Island, Washington?

Mercer Island has 6 licensed adult family homes in King County. Statewide, Washington licenses 7,672 small residential care homes.

How much does a adult family home in Mercer Island cost?

Across Washington, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $4,500 to $7,500 per month and a private room $5,500 to $9,000, 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 family homes in Mercer Island?

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Aging and Long-Term Support Administration licenses and inspects every adult family home in Mercer Island. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.

Do any care homes in Mercer Island offer memory care?

Yes. 6 of the 6 licensed homes in Mercer Island are licensed for memory care. Use the care level filter above to see them.

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Adult Family Homes in Mercer Island, Washington

Mercer Island has 6 licensed adult family homes, ranging from 3 to 6 beds. All of them are licensed for memory care. Every home here is verified against Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) records for King County.

Families in Washington typically pay $4,500 to $7,500 per month for a shared room and $5,500 to $9,000 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how adult family homes work.

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Common questions about care homes in Mercer Island

How many adult family homes are in Mercer Island, Washington?: Mercer Island has 6 licensed adult family homes in King County. Statewide, Washington licenses 7,672 small residential care homes.
How much does a adult family home in Mercer Island cost?: Across Washington, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $4,500 to $7,500 per month and a private room $5,500 to $9,000, 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 family homes in Mercer Island?: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Aging and Long-Term Support Administration licenses and inspects every adult family home in Mercer Island. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
Do any care homes in Mercer Island offer memory care?: Yes. 6 of the 6 licensed homes in Mercer Island are licensed for memory care. Use the care level filter above to see them.

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