Adult Family Home / Community-Based Residential Facility (CBRF) · Dane County

Adult Family Homes in Madison, Wisconsin

Madison has 168 licensed adult family homes, ranging from 4 to 4 beds. Every home here is verified against Wisconsin Department of Health Services records for Dane County.

Families in Wisconsin typically pay $3,800 to $6,000 per month for a shared room and $4,800 to $7,500 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how adult family homes work.

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Common questions about care homes in Madison

How many adult family homes are in Madison, Wisconsin?
Madison has 168 licensed adult family homes in Dane County. Statewide, Wisconsin licenses 3,758 small residential care homes.
How much does a adult family home in Madison cost?
Across Wisconsin, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,800 to $6,000 per month and a private room $4,800 to $7,500, 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 adult family homes in Madison?
Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance licenses and inspects every adult family home in Madison. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Madison?
Homes in Madison are licensed for 4 to 4 residents, with a median of 4 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.
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