Cost of Personal Care Homes in Metro Atlanta (2026)

Last updated: January 2026

Personal Care Homes (PCHs) in Metro Atlanta typically cost $3,000–$7,000 per month in 2026. In Georgia, a Personal Care Home is a state-licensed residential setting serving 2–24 residents — smaller and more home-like than a traditional Assisted Living Community. Many PCHs operate out of converted single-family homes, which lowers overhead and often lowers cost, though small size means fewer amenities and less clinical infrastructure.

Personal Care Homes Cost by City in Metro Atlanta (2026)

Personal Care Homes average monthly cost by Metro Atlanta city, 2026
City	County	Monthly Cost	Communities
Sandy Springs	Fulton County	$3,500–$5,500/mo	12+
Buckhead	Fulton County	$4,500–$7,000/mo	15+
Alpharetta	Fulton County	$3,500–$5,200/mo	10+
Roswell	Fulton County	$3,200–$5,000/mo	8+
Marietta	Cobb County	$3,000–$4,800/mo	20+
Dunwoody	DeKalb County	$3,500–$5,500/mo	6+
Johns Creek	Fulton County	$3,800–$5,500/mo	8+
Smyrna	Cobb County	$3,000–$4,800/mo	7+
East Cobb	Cobb County	$3,500–$5,200/mo	10+
Brookhaven	DeKalb County	$4,000–$6,000/mo	6+
Vinings	Cobb County	$4,000–$6,000/mo	4+
Decatur	DeKalb County	$3,500–$5,200/mo	8+
Peachtree City	Fayette County	$3,200–$5,000/mo	6+
Kennesaw	Cobb County	$3,000–$4,800/mo	7+

What's Included in Personal Care Homes Pricing

Private or shared bedroom in a residential home
Three home-cooked meals per day
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
Medication assistance (Georgia licensing rules limit administration in PCHs)
Housekeeping and laundry
Higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities
Family-style environment with fewer residents

What Drives Personal Care Homes Costs Up or Down

Home size — a 4-bed PCH offers more attention than a 24-bed PCH but often costs more per resident
Location — Buckhead and Vinings PCHs run $4,500–$7,000; Kennesaw and Marietta start at $3,000
Private vs. shared room — shared rooms save $700–$1,500/mo
Level of care — bed-bound or two-person-transfer residents cost more
Licensing category — Memory Care Endorsed PCHs cost more than standard PCHs

Personal Care Homes Cost FAQs

Is a Personal Care Home cheaper than assisted living?

Usually yes — a PCH typically costs 10–20% less than a comparable Assisted Living Community in the same city, mostly because of lower overhead. But smaller size means fewer amenities and less on-site clinical staffing.

Are Georgia Personal Care Homes safe?

State-licensed PCHs are regulated and inspected by the Georgia Department of Community Health. Unlicensed 'boarding' homes are illegal. Altuvo only refers to licensed PCHs with clean inspection records — we verify licensure before we recommend a home.

Can Medicaid pay for a Personal Care Home in Georgia?

Yes — Georgia's CCSP and SOURCE waivers can pay for personal care services delivered inside a licensed PCH, though the resident still pays room and board out of pocket or through other benefits (Social Security, VA Aid & Attendance, long-term care insurance).

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