Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in El Cerrito.
Updated July 2026
El Cerrito, CA has 8 licensed assisted living homes (191 beds, averaging 23.9 per home). It sits in Contra Costa County, a moderate RAL market scoring 6.7/10, with 83,559 seniors 75+ growing 15.0%.
Licensed homes
8
El Cerrito
Licensed beds
191
total
Avg home size
23.9 beds
per home
County opportunity
6.7/10
Moderate
The El Cerrito assisted living market
El Cerrito has 8 licensed assisted living homes totaling 191 beds — an average of 23.9 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Contra Costa County, it draws on a 75+ population of 83,559 growing 15.0%, with a senior median income of $90,014. See the full Contra Costa County market or all California top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in El Cerrito, CA?
El Cerrito has 8 licensed assisted living homes with about 191 total beds.
Is El Cerrito a good place to open an assisted living home?
El Cerrito is in Contra Costa County, which scores 6.7/10 (Moderate) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 15.0%. Current local supply is 8 homes.
What county is El Cerrito in?
El Cerrito is in Contra Costa County, California.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the California licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.