At Eminence Senior Care of Arizona, I want families in Phoenix and nearby cities like Mesa, Tempe, Gilbert, Chandler, and Glendale to understand what goes into the cost of in-home senior care. Knowing what to expect helps you plan with confidence, avoid surprises, and choose the right level of care for your loved one.
What Are Current Rates in Phoenix
In Phoenix, the cost of in-home care depends on what services are needed and how often. According to recent data, starting rates for basic home care in Phoenix are about $23.96 per hour. For more skilled home health care with greater medical or personal care needs, rates can be higher.
If your loved one needs regular care many hours per week, monthly and weekly totals add up. For example, a 40-hour week at that starting rate is approximately $958 per week, which can become about $3,100 per month (for 130 hours) if care is needed regularly.
What Drives the Cost
Several factors influence the cost of in-home senior care in Phoenix:
- Level of care needed: Basic companion or light housekeeping is less expensive than personal care such as bathing, dressing, and mobility assistance.
- Frequency of visits: Fewer hours a week means lower cost; 24/7 support is much more expensive.
- Skill of caregiver: Higher rates apply for caregivers with special training or medical skills.
- Geographic factors: Costs are often higher in or near Phoenix compared to smaller towns in Arizona because of higher wages and transportation expenses.
- Agency vs private caregiver: Agencies often cost more but provide benefits like background checks, insurance, and supervision.
Comparing to Arizona State Averages
Statewide, the median cost for nonmedical in-home care in Arizona in 2025 is around $35 to $36 per hour when more intensive care or high frequency is required. For seniors needing care about 44 hours per week, the monthly cost can reach $6,800 or more in Phoenix and Tucson regions.
Sample Cost Scenarios
To help you estimate possible expenses, here are three example situations:
- Light help a few days per week: about 10 to 15 hours at roughly $24 to $30 per hour, totaling around $1,000 to $1,800 per month.
- Moderate care with daily visits: about 30 hours each week at roughly $25 to $30 per hour, totaling around $3,000 to $4,000 per month.
- Extensive personal care with many daily activities: about 44 hours each week at roughly $30 to $35 per hour, totaling around $6,800 or more per month.
These numbers are estimates. Your actual costs will depend on an assessment of needs, location, agency, and caregiver qualifications.
How to Plan and Save for In-Home Senior Care
Here are tips for families planning for the cost of in-home senior care in Phoenix:
- Request a detailed service plan and cost estimate before hiring.
- Compare multiple providers to find the best fit.
- Check whether long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, or state programs like ALTCS can help with expenses.
- Start with essential services and increase as needed.
- Consider combining companion care with personal care to balance cost and support.
Why Choose Eminence Senior Care of Arizona?
We are located at 3707 E Southern Avenue, Mesa, Arizona 85206, serving Phoenix and surrounding areas. We work with you to create care plans that match your loved one’s needs and your budget. Our services include personal care, companionship, incontinence care, transfers, housekeeping, respite care, medication reminders, transportation, meal preparation, assisted living placement, and veterans care. You can review our services, explore helpful resources, or check our FAQs to learn more.
