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Memory Care Costs in Utah and Overview of Regional Providers

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Utah’s statewide average monthly memory care cost sits at $4,375. That figure tracks well below the national average of $5,625 per month, making the state a relatively affordable option for families seeking specialized dementia care.

Regional variations across the state depend heavily on local housing costs, labor availability, and the density of medical facilities. Logan ranks among the more affordable areas in the state at $4,125 per month, while Provo and Ogden trend higher at $4,619 and $4,579 respectively. Layton matches the statewide average of $4,375 per month.

City Approximate Monthly Cost
Logan $4,125
Salt Lake City $4,137
West Valley City $4,200
West Jordan $4,300
Statewide Average $4,375
Layton $4,375
Sandy $4,400
Orem $4,450
St. George $4,500
Ogden $4,579
Provo $4,619

Pricing shifts dramatically when examining specific zip codes. The most expensive pockets for memory care feature rates near affluent communities. Park City’s zip code 84098 records an average monthly cost of $8,200, followed by Cottonwood Hts at $7,800 in zip code 84121. Other high-cost areas include Park City’s 84060 at $7,750, Holladay’s 84124 at $7,500, and Salt Lake City’s 84108 at $7,400.

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Conversely, families find lower monthly rates in areas such as Ogden’s zip code 84401 at $4,000, and Provo’s zip code 84604 at $4,200. Additional budget-friendly locations include Richfield’s 84701 at $4,300, Spanish Fork’s 84660 at $4,400, and Ogden (South)’s 84403 at $4,500. Neighboring states present a mixed comparison, with Denver averaging roughly $6,000 monthly, Boise at $4,600, and Las Vegas tracking closer to Utah at $4,750.

For families looking specifically at regional providers, Beehive Homes Of Payson operates a medium-sized senior living community located at 661 East 700 South. The facility offers assisted living and memory care services, including round-the-clock supervision, a 24-hour call system, and medication management. Residents also receive assistance with bathing, dressing, transfers, and daily living activities.

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The facility’s location places residents within 0.8 miles of Utah Valley Pediatrics for medical needs. Smith’s Food & Drug sits less than a mile away for pharmacy services, while the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is located 1.7 miles from the community.

Beyond medical and retail access, residents can visit Taco Time, located less than a mile away, or travel 8 miles for coffee at Starbucks. The community grounds feature gardens, walking paths, a library, and a barber/salon, with social programming including movie nights and resident-run events.

While regional data provides a framework for costs, the exact financial burden for a specific family remains unclear until individual facility assessments are completed.

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